PSY-765B Forensic Assessment in Civil Court

2 semester credits

1. Achieve an in-depth understanding of the basic issues and legal standards in the practice of civil forensic psychology including the assessment psychological damages, causation, psychological disability, fitness for employment.
2. Achieve an understanding of the use of interviews, psychological testing, collateral information, record review, and other sources of information in forming a civil forensic psychological opinion.
3. Gain a basic understanding of research relevant to the practice of civil forensic psychology.
4. Become familiar with the ethical, cultural, and professional issues that arise in the practice of civil forensic psychology.