AAFP: Assessment of Competence to Stand Trial
Presented by Lori L. Hauser, PhD, ABPP, in partnership with The American Academy of Forensic Psychology
This on-demand professional training program, Assessment of Competence to Stand Trial, is presented by Lori L. Hauser, Ph.D., ABPP, in partnership with The American Academy of Forensic Psychology.
This program focuses primarily on the evaluation of competence to stand trial in adults. After a brief review of the case law and conceptual underpinnings of the construct, a model and specific assessment methods are presented. Common forensic assessment instruments are covered, as well as other more informal means of assessment. Particular attention is given to report writing and the ethical conflicts that may arise in conducting such evaluations.
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe the legal and conceptual underpinnings of the construct of competence to stand trial
Describe the relevant assessment techniques (e.g., validity tests, psychological tests, forensic assessment instruments, use of third-party information) for assessing functional abilities to proceed to trial
Describe potential ethical conflicts, and the principles and guidelines for resolving them, relevant to the assessment of competence to stand trial and the provision of expert testimony within the court system
Describe a model for writing reports and offering testimony regarding competency evaluations in accordance with applicable rules of evidence
Review Before Proceeding
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson Quiz
Lesson 2 Video
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Discussion Topic #1
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Lesson 3 Video
Lesson 4 Video
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Lesson 5 Video
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American Academy of Forensic Psychology
Custom training options for groups of 5 to 500+