PSYD 827 Civil Psychology and Law

This course addresses areas in which psychological services interface with civil law proceedings including personal injury, workman’s compensation, Social Security disability, abuse/neglect, child custody and etc. Relevant statutory and case laws will be studied, as well as the specific ways psychologists can better contribute in this area. Expert witness testimony in these areas will also be discussed. This course is part of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology PsyD curriculum. Pre-requisite(s): PSYD 752, PSYD 719, PSYD 722 or permission of the program director and course instructor. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours