PSY 255 - Forensic Psychology

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

The primary goal of this course is to investigate the psychological disorders present in both perpetrators and victims of crime as these disorders apply to the various aspects of the United States criminal justice system. Psychological underpinnings of crimes such as stalking, child abuse, murder, and sexual deviance are explored. The course also provides an overview of the role psychologists play in criminal investigations, including profiling, risk assessment, crime scene analysis, and therapeutic interventions. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: PSY 110 General Psychology

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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