FOR64000 - Forensic Risk Assessment

(3 units)

This course examines theories and evidence-based approaches to identifying and ameliorating risk for deviant or criminal behavior in various contexts including societal, interpersonal, school and workplace. Explores factors associated with problem behavior, including both contributing (risk) and protective factors, and the controversies associated with risk prediction. Provides an overview of risk assessment tools and methods and of risk management techniques and issues.