Evaluation of the Adult Offender   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   

PF 752 - Evaluation of the Adult Offender


This course examines the forensic and therapeutic assessment of adult offenders.  Common forensic evaluations, such as criminal competencies, criminal responsibility (insanity), capital punishment, aid-in-sentencing, domestic violence, and sexual dangerousness, are examined in-depth, emphasizing appropriate methodology and techniques.  Also explored are ethical and professional dilemmas that clinical forensic psychologists typically encounter. (2 credits)