School of Health Professions
Undergraduate

Term: Fall 2026
Session: 1st 8 Week Online (Aug 29 - Oct 23)
Start Date: Saturday, Aug 29, 2026
End Date: Friday, Oct 23, 2026
Availability: Online
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This course is the application of psychology in the legal system. In the course students will: survey the history and scope of forensic psychology; examine the use of psychology in civil and criminal proceedings including evaluation of competency and insanity; prepare expert witness testimony and forensic reports; discuss psychological impact on victims; and address the practice of psychology in correctional facilities and other interventions and treatment of offenders.Prerequisite: PSYC10103 Credits