PY668 Introduction to Correctional Psychology (1 cr.)

This course presents an overview of correctional psychology. Topics range from common psychopathology found among correctional populations to divergent roles that correctional psychologists may undertake.

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

1. Understand common professional roles and duties within correctional psychology.
2. Evaluate the wide variety of personality disorders and major mental illnesses that are found within correctional populations.
3. Analyze major treatment modalities that correctional psychologists employ.
4. Analyze complex legal and ethical issues faced by correctional psychologists.