PSY-6503 - Forensic Psychology in Correctional Settings

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8

This course is focused on the use and application of psychological principles in correctional settings non-traditional correctional settings (such as military policing). Students will examine topics such as criminal profiling, psychology and community policing, and violence within correctional settings. The offender-authority relationship, including juvenile offenders, will be explored. In addition, students will consider the implications of rehabilitation, reunification and recidivism.