5 Hours | 5 CEs

This self-paced training program on Cultural Competence in Forensic Assessment is presented by Barry Rosenfeld, PhD, ABPP.

It covers a range of issues related to forensic assessment of individuals from diverse ethnic and linguistic backgrounds. Topics covered include an overview of the construct of “cultural competence” and the requisite self-assessment and pre-evaluation cultural research that is often necessary for cross-cultural assessments. In addition, more focused topics such as modifications to the typical evaluation and treatment process, decision-making regarding psychological testing and the interpretation of test results, the impact of language and culture on the therapeutic alliance, and the use (and misuse) of interpreters are reviewed. Finally, this program concludes with a review and discussion of ethical issues related to cross-cultural forensic assessment and treatment.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

  • Describe the principals of cultural competence in psychological evaluations

  • Describe forms of cultural biases that can impact forensic consultation

  • Describe steps necessary before evaluating individuals of diverse cultural background

  • Describe decision-making regarding psychological testing and interpretation of test results

  • Describe appropriate psychological tests that can be used with individuals of particular cultural background

  • Describe inappropriate psychological tests that can be used with individuals of particular cultural background

  • Describe ethical standards to their cross-cultural practice

  • Describe assessment and interview data in culturally diverse settings

Presented By

Barry Rosenfeld, PhD, ABPP

Barry Rosenfeld is a Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor of Law at Fordham University. He is currently the President of the American Psychology-Law Society and past president of the International Association of Forensic Mental Health Services. Dr. Rosenfeld has published more than 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters addressing a wide range of topics in psychology and law, including malingering, violence risk assessment, and cross-cultural issues in forensic assessment. He is also board certified in forensic psychology and conducts evaluations in both civil and criminal forensic settings, including individuals in diverse cultural settings both within and outside of the U.S.

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  • Intended Audience

    This self-paced course is intended for mental health and other allied professionals.

  • Experience Level

    This self-paced course is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.

  • CE / CPD Credit

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Curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome

    • Review Before Proceeding

  • 2

    Introduction

    • Lesson 1 Video

    • Cross-Cultural Issues

    • DSM 2

    • Lesson Quiz

  • 3

    Clinical Evaluation

    • Lesson 2 Video

    • Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI)

    • Cultural Formulation

    • Lesson Quiz

  • 4

    Psychological Testing

    • Lesson 3 Video

    • DSM 3

    • Lesson Quiz

  • 5

    Working with Interpreters

    • Lesson 4 Video

    • DSM 6

    • Lesson Quiz

  • 6

    Putting it All Together

    • Lesson 5 Video

    • Evaluation Report

    • Anthropology in the Clinic

    • Cultural Competence in Health Care
  • 7

    Evaluation

    • Instructions

    • Evaluation

    • Submission Verification

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