FOR74290 - Forensic Victimology: Investigation and Intervention

(3 units)

This course provides an in-depth review of the evidence-based techniques and best practices used to engage in investigations common in victimology. Specific focus areas include Title IX, sexual harassment workplace violence/crime investigations, and school violence investigations. Students will be trained to the nuances specific to these contexts, as well as the general best practices related to interviewing subjects, working with difficult and complex witnesses, and safety planning. The last week of the course is spent in consolidating learning, and practicing self-care.