PSY 301 - Psychology and the Criminal Justice System

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

This course provides a broad introduction to Forensic Psychology. Emphasis is on the role of forensic psychologists and other forensics professionals in a variety of legal matters. Students will learn about profiling, lie detection, insanity and competency, and child custody as well as several other issues related to the practice of forensic psychology. Cross-listed as FOR 301. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permission of instructor for FOR 103.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

PSY301

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2008 - 08/31/2010 

Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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