PY 3530 - Forensic Psychology

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

Forensic psychology is both a research endeavor and the professional practice of applying psychological information to legal issues. This course will discuss psychological research and practice concerning the following: the capacity to adequately parent, child custody evaluations, personal injury, and psychological disability determinations, civil commitment assessment, dangerousness/risk assessment, specific intent and diminished capacity, competency to stand trial, assessing psychological suitability for police work and psychological profiling. Prerequisites: PY2010, ECI required; PY3310 rec.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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