Forensic Social Work & the Criminal and Juvenile Justice Systems

Catalog description

The course provides an overview of the specialty of forensic social work and its interface with the criminal justice system, from arrest to sentencing and conviction. Legal and ethical aspects of professional practice, including issues associated with the competency of the accused and the preparation of the pre-sentence forensic evaluation. The debate regarding punishment versus rehabilitation is explored along with a multi- systemic perspective on the causes and prevention of crime and juvenile misconduct. Their interface with sexual, religious, racial, and other sub-group involvement will also be discussed and realized. Pre-requisites: SWK 601, 602, 611, 612, 613, 621, 622, 701, 702 and 798 OR must be active in the Advanced Standing Social Work student group.