FBS 161 - Forensic Case Formulation and Treatment Planning

This course focuses on the processes involved in integrating information about a person’s problems with the legal system, understanding their situation, thinking patterns, guiding rehabilitation efforts, identifying challenges, and preparing them for successful reintegration in the society. Students will develop an understanding of gathering clinical data, making observations, defining problems, formulating hypotheses, specifying outcomes, and creating a treatment plan. The course is designed for students with an interest in forensic mental health, and explores case formulation and the treatment planning of individuals within criminal justice settings. (Formerly FBS 159T)

Units: 3

Course Typically Offered: Spring