Forensic Social Work Graduate Micro-Credential
Issued by
Northern Kentucky University
The earner of this micro-credential can analyze the intersection of social, health and legal systems and provide appropriate interventions and services to criminal offenders. The earner understands the relationships among law, criminal justice, and mental health and substance abuse treatment systems; and can explain how complex social issues intertwine with criminal behavior. The earner can identify the impact of relevant laws and social policies on treatment and correctional responses to crime.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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Complete these courses: SWK 572 Forensic Social Work; SWK 612 Addiction and Family Violence or SWK 525 Substance Use and Abuse; and SWK 411 Social Work and the Law.