Victim-Centered Forensic Health for RNs
Issued by
Binghamton University
This Microcredential is restricted to students in the Online RN-BS program to enhance their working with victims of crime, especially in emergency and psychiatric settings. The Microcredential consists of two nonsequential three-credit online courses: NURS Z335 Forensic Health Essentials (spring or summer) and NURS Z335B Forensic Health of Victims (fall). This Microcredential will be limited to students in the Online RN-BS program where the courses will run in a 7-week online format.
Additional DetailsSkills
- Collection & Preservation of Evidence
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Family Violence Assessment & Intervention
- Forensic Assessment & Documentation
- Navigating Victim Services & Providers
- Nonviolent Crimes Assessment & Intervention
- Sexual Violence Assessment & Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Approach
- Workplace Violence Assessment & Intervention
Earning Criteria
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NURS Z335 Forensic Health Essentials: This course provides an overview of various forensic disciplines, violence and diversity, forensic assessment and documentation, the collection and preservation of evidence, overview of criminal aspects of forensics, introduction to death investigation, basic civil issues, and principles of collaboration and consultation.
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NURS Z335B Forensic Health of Victims: This course provides an overview of victim needs and rights, responses to trauma/trauma informed approach, victim’s resources, expert witness testimony, assessment and intervention strategies for intrafamilial violence, sexual violence, stalking, workplace violence, hate crimes, homicide, and nonviolent crimes, such as DUI.
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At the end of the two courses, students will also complete a portfolio showcasing the basic skills they learned in: forensic assessment, evidence collection, trauma-informed care, expert witness testimony, and assessment and intervention plan (inclusive of cultural competence and referrals) development for victims of family, sexual, and workplace violence, as well as those subjected to hate and nonviolence crimes.