PSY 365 - Forensic Psychology

Institution:

D'Youville College

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Description:

This course will provide an introduction and overview to the field of forensic psychology. Attention will be given to the ways in which psychologists, either clinically or empirically, have or can influence the law in terms of issues such as assessment of competency and sanity, legal decision-making, jury composition, police psychology, eyewitness testimony, criminal behavior and profiling, and juvenile and family legal matters. Prerequisite: PSY 101 (required), PSY 205 (recommended); Offered in the fall semester of oddnumbered years

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dyc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 829-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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