PSY 252 - Forensic Psychology

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This is a one-semester course designed to explore the general principles of forensic psychology. We will discuss the legal system, law enforcement issues, criminalistics, evaluation techniques and the myriad roles the modern forensic psychologist might play in the "system". We will compare and contrast areas in which the legal system and the field psychology complement and conflict with each other. In addition we will discuss ways in which the media characterize forensic psychologists and portray them.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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