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Curriculum
What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Historical Development of Forensic Psychology
- Early Contributions and Pioneers
- Evolution as a Scientific Discipline
2 Scope and Definition of Forensic Psychology
- Distinguishing Forensic Psychology from Related Fields
- Current Applications in Legal and Justice Systems
3 Ethical Considerations in Forensic Practice
- Confidentiality and Privilege
- Multiple Relationships and Conflicts of Interest
- Cultural Competence in Forensic Settings
02 Legal Frameworks and Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Legal Systems and Terminology
- Common Law vs. Civil Law
- Criminal vs. Civil Proceedings
2 Legal Standards and Forensic Assessment
- Standards of Evidence
- Daubert vs. Frye Standards
3 Expert Testimony
- Qualification as an Expert Witness
- Preparation and Presentation of Expert Testimony
- Challenges to Expert Testimony
03 Criminal Behavior: Theories and Assessment 3 topics
1 Theories of Criminal Behavior
- Biological Perspectives
- Psychological Theories
- Sociological Approaches
- Integrated Models
2 Risk Assessment
- Actuarial vs. Clinical Approaches
- Structured Professional Judgment
- Static vs. Dynamic Risk Factors
3 Violence Risk Assessment
- Domestic Violence Risk Assessment
- Sexual Violence Risk Assessment
- Stalking Risk Assessment
04 Criminal Profiling and Investigative Psychology 3 topics
1 History and Development of Criminal Profiling
- FBI Approach to Profiling
- Geographic Profiling
2 Typologies of Violent Offenders
- Serial Homicide Offenders
- Sexual Offenders
- Arsonists
3 Investigative Interviewing Techniques
- Cognitive Interview
- Statement Analysis
- Detecting Deception
05 Eyewitness Testimony and Memory 3 topics
1 Memory Processes in Eyewitness Testimony
- Encoding, Storage, and Retrieval
- Factors Affecting Eyewitness Memory
2 Eyewitness Identification Procedures
- Lineup Construction and Administration
- Show-ups and Photo Arrays
- Best Practices in Identification Procedures
3 False Memories and Suggestibility
- Source Monitoring Errors
- Interview Techniques and Suggestibility
- Children as Witnesses
06 Jury Decision Making 3 topics
1 Jury Selection Process
- Scientific Jury Selection
- Voir Dire Process
2 Factors Influencing Jury Decisions
- Pre-trial Publicity
- Jury Instructions
- Extralegal Factors
3 Deliberation Processes
- Group Dynamics in Deliberation
- Persuasion Techniques
- Hung Juries and Unanimity Requirements
07 Mental Health Law and Forensic Assessment 3 topics
1 Competency to Stand Trial
- Assessment Methods and Instruments
- Restoration of Competency
2 Criminal Responsibility and Insanity Defense
- Legal Standards (M'Naghten, ALI, etc.)
- Assessment Procedures
- Outcomes of Insanity Verdicts
3 Civil Commitment
- Involuntary Hospitalization Standards
- Risk Assessment for Civil Commitment
- Least Restrictive Alternative Principle
08 Correctional Psychology 3 topics
1 Psychological Assessment in Corrections
- Classification Systems
- Screening for Mental Health Issues
2 Treatment in Correctional Settings
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Therapeutic Communities
- Challenges to Treatment Delivery
3 Special Populations in Corrections
- Female Offenders
- Juvenile Offenders
- Offenders with Mental Illness
- Elderly Offenders
09 Victimology 3 topics
1 Psychological Impact of Victimization
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Complex Trauma
- Resilience Factors
2 Victim Services and Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Victim Advocacy
- Restorative Justice Approaches
3 Special Victim Populations
- Child Victims
- Victims of Sexual Violence
- Victims of Domestic Violence
- Victims of Human Trafficking
10 Juvenile Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Developmental Considerations in Juvenile Justice
- Adolescent Brain Development
- Decision-Making Capacity
2 Juvenile Offending
- Risk Factors for Delinquency
- Assessment of Juvenile Offenders
- Juvenile Psychopathy
3 Juvenile Justice System
- Waiver to Adult Court
- Juvenile Rehabilitation Programs
- School Violence Prevention
11 Family Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Child Custody Evaluations
- Best Interest of the Child Standard
- Assessment Procedures
- Parental Alienation
2 Divorce and Family Dissolution
- Psychological Impact on Children
- Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
3 Child Maltreatment
- Types of Child Abuse and Neglect
- Forensic Interviews with Children
- Mandatory Reporting Issues
12 Police and Public Safety Psychology 3 topics
1 Police Psychology
- Selection and Screening of Officers
- Stress and Trauma in Police Work
- Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
2 Hostage Negotiation
- Psychological Principles in Crisis Negotiation
- Stockholm Syndrome
- Suicide by Cop
3 Psychological Autopsies
- Methodology and Applications
- Equivocal Death Analysis
- Suicide vs. Homicide Determination
13 Forensic Mental Health Assessment 3 topics
1 Assessment Methodology
- Structured Interviews
- Psychological Testing
- Specialized Forensic Instruments
2 Malingering and Deception
- Detection Methods
- Response Styles
- Structured Assessment of Malingering
3 Report Writing and Testimony
- Structure of Forensic Reports
- Communicating Results to Legal Audiences
- Avoiding Common Pitfalls
14 Sexual Offending 3 topics
1 Typologies of Sexual Offenders
- Rapists
- Child Molesters
- Internet Sex Offenders
2 Assessment of Sexual Offenders
- Risk Assessment Instruments
- Phallometric Assessment
- Polygraph Testing
3 Treatment of Sexual Offenders
- Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches
- Relapse Prevention
- Good Lives Model
15 Terrorism and Extremism 3 topics
1 Psychology of Terrorism
- Radicalization Processes
- Group Dynamics in Terrorist Organizations
- Lone Actor Terrorism
2 Threat Assessment for Extremism
- Warning Behaviors
- Risk Factors for Violence
- Management Strategies
3 Countering Violent Extremism
- Deradicalization Programs
- Community-Based Approaches
- Online Intervention Strategies
16 Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Technology and Forensic Psychology
- Digital Evidence
- Cybercrime
- Virtual Reality in Forensic Assessment
2 Cultural Considerations
- Cross-Cultural Assessment
- Indigenous Justice Systems
- International Perspectives
3 Professional Development and Specialization
- Training Standards
- Board Certification
- Continuing Education Requirements
17 Research Methods in Forensic Psychology 3 topics
1 Ethical Considerations in Forensic Research
- Working with Vulnerable Populations
- Confidentiality and Data Security
2 Research Designs in Forensic Settings
- Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Methods
- Field Studies and Archival Research
- Single Case Designs
3 Applying Research to Practice
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Translational Research
- Program Evaluation
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