MACF 507 - Counseling in Forensic Populations

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This course exposes students to the wide gamut of approaches utilized in the treatment and rehabilitation of offenders, with attention given to the evaluation of their effectiveness. The course also explores the complexities of assessing and treating various psychological diagnoses and conditions within forensic settings. Further, this course examines the psychological theories related to the etiology, development, treatment, and prediction of violent crimes as well as the types of interventions feasible within the criminal justice system.