PSYC 457

A continuation of PSYC 257 and 357, this course continues to build upon clinical skills and professional development undertaken in the first 3 years of the AFP program. This senior practicum course is a culmination and application of 4 years of practical training and experience. AFP students are provided classroom-based skills training in evidence-based interviewing (clinical, investigative, forensic); risk assessment; introduction to psychometrics and intervention strategies, as well as mini-workshops (e.g., professional skills, mental health literacy, cognitive behavioural therapy) offered by practicing mental health and other professionals. Students will have the opportunity to practice these skills in a 40- hour practicum placement*. Restricted to students in applied forensic psychology programs.