CRIM 435 - Forensic Psychology

(3 hour(s)) Prerequisites: Junior or Senior status and PSYC 110 or CRIM 210 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to introduce students to the application of psychology within the legal and criminal justice systems. Students will be introduced to the roles and responsibilities of psychologists working within the and in conjunction with these systems. Areas of focus include forensic psychological assessments, expert testimony, correctional psychology, and offender treatment. Students’ knowledge of and ability to think critically about psychology in the legal and criminal justice systems will be increased. Cross listed with Psychology. (Parent= Psychology). This course may not be challenged. Note: Offered Summer II and Spring.