PY649 Psychology and the Law (1 cr.)

This course presents an introduction and overview of the interface between psychology and the law. Topics such as criminal responsibility, police psychology, and mental health law are addressed.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the common areas that psychology and the law intersect.
2. Analyze the roles and procedures involving psychologists in the court system.
3. Apply mental health law to psychological practice.
4. Evaluate the complex ethical issues inherent within psychology and the law.