Fundamental Neuropsychology for Forensic Evaluators

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2 Hours | 2 CEs

This on-demand professional training program on Fundamental Neuropsychology for Forensic Evaluators is presented by Chriscelyn Tussey, PhD.

Forensic psychologists often conduct evaluations in which cognitive deficits are present. These deficits may stem from medical, neurological, and/or serious mental illness and can be relevant for addressing the psycholegal question. This program provides an overview of some common cognitive deficits and diagnoses found in forensic evaluations and a road map for how to address these issues as they arise. Relevant case law, as well as ethical standards and guidelines, are discussed. Simultaneously, pragmatic considerations when conducting forensic evaluations with a neuropsychology element, including intersectionality, test selection, and report writing, are explored.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program you will be able to:

  • Describe at least 3 common cognitive deficits and/or diagnoses found in forensic evaluations.

  • Describe a decision-making model to address neuropsychological issues in forensic evaluations.

  • Describe applicable case law, ethical standards, and guidelines.

  • Describe at least 3 pragmatic factors that warrant consideration when conducting forensic evaluations wherein cognitive deficits are relevant to answering the psycholegal question.

Presented By

President and Founder of Metropolitan Forensic & Neuropsychological Consultation Chriscelyn Tussey, PsyD, ABPP

Chriscelyn Tussey, PsyD, ABPP, is the President and Founder of Metropolitan Forensic & Neuropsychological Consultation, an independent practice in New York City. She is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and Board-Certified Forensic Psychologist who conducts clinical, civil, and criminal forensic and forensic neuropsychological evaluations. Dr. Tussey is a Clinical Instructor at New York University (NYU) Grossman School of Medicine and an Adjunct Professor in the graduate psychology programs at NYU and Teachers College, Columbia University. She has published and presented in the areas of forensic psychology, neuropsychology, leadership, and brain health. Dr. Tussey has also held local and national leadership positions in both forensic and neuropsychological organizations. She is currently on the Board of Directors as the Secretary for the American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP). She is also honored to be a member of the editorial team for the updated Oxford University Press Book Series, Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessment. Dr. Tussey is a Fellow of the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN), where she serves on the Leadership Ambassador Development Program (LEAD) Task Force, and developed and instructs an online course, Fundamentals of Forensic Psychology for Neuropsychologists. At the state level, she has served on the Board of Directors of the New York State Association of Neuropsychology (NYSAN) and is currently a member of the Science Initiative Committee.

Program curriculum

    1. Review Before Proceeding

    2. Educational Disclaimer

    1. Lesson 1 Video

    1. Lesson 2 Video

    1. Lesson 3 Video

    2. Lesson 3 Quiz

    1. Lesson 4 Video

    2. Lesson 4 Quiz

    1. Lesson 5 Video

    2. Lesson 5 Quiz

About this course

  • Free
  • 21 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content

  • Intended Audience

    This on-demand program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals.

  • Experience Level

    This on-demand program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.

  • CE / CPD Credit

    APA, ASWB, CPA, NBCC Click here for state and other regional board approvals.

CE Sponsorship Information

Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PaloAlto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies(CONCEPT) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies(CONCEPT), SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Boardfor Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers#SW-0356 and the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental HealthPractitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental healthcounselors. #MHC-0073. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT)has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6811. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CONCEPT ProfessionalTraining, #1480, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CONCEPT Professional Training maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 11/22/23-11/22/26. Social workers completing this course receive (clinical or social work ethics) continuing education credits.