COUN Courses:

COUN 8126 - Assessment in Forensic Psychology

(5 credits)

In this course, students cover the varied assessment techniques and instruments used in the forensic psychology arena. Some of the assessment areas covered include risk assessment, juvenile evaluations, lie detection, custody evaluations, and many of the psychological tests and instruments that are used in these assessments. Students will receive a solid foundation of the knowledge of forensic psychology techniques and assessment, rather than specific skills, in administering and interpreting psychological tests.