Assessment & Treatment of Criminogenic Needs
4 Hours | 4 CEs
This on-demand professional training program on the Assessment & Treatment of Criminogenic Needs is presented by Ashley Batastini, PhD, and Nichola Tyler, PhD.
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While not required, it is recommended that participants take the introductory course on Correctional Mental Health training.
Since its introduction in 1990, the Risk-Needs-Responsivity (RNR) Model has become the most predominant framework for assessing and managing the risk of offending behavior internationally. Yet, many people working in correctional environments remain unfamiliar with this model or how to fully apply it in practice.
This program covers the historical background that led to the development of RNR, an overview of its three interconnected principles, the research supporting RNR, and considerations for translating the model into the field. We also discuss common criticisms of the model and how correctional staff can better distinguish between effective programs and so-called "correctional quackery."
Program Outline
- Brief summary of historical trends in attitudes towards and research related to correctional rehabilitation, leading to the introduction of the RNR model
- Overview of the three principles of RNR (theoretical rationale, application in the field)
- Application of RNR to offending subpopulations (e.g., women, youth) and offense types (e.g., violent, sexual)
- Research on the efficacy of RNR and current gaps/limitations in the literature
- Common criticisms of RNR, responses to criticisms, and proposed expansions of the model
- What doesn't work--how to determine whether new interventions are promising practices or "correctional quackery"
The presentation is predominantly didactic but includes case illustrations and other Interactive elements (e.g., polling questions) to illustrate key points.
This program could benefit a wide range of audience members, from students interested in pursuing a career in corrections to clinicians and other correctional staff already working in these environments. Some research suggests that even treatment providers, especially those with generalist training backgrounds, who work with clients in correctional settings may not be familiar with the RNR model. The presentation would also benefit individuals working (or pursuing work) in in-custody or community-based corrections settings.
Intended Audience
This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals
Experience Level
This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.
CE / CPD Credit
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe the predominant rehabilitative framework for reducing offending behavior, as well as it's research support and common criticisms
Describe the importance of validated assessment tools in predicting and managing risk of offending behavior
Describe how to critically evaluate intervention options for reducing offending behavior
Describe how non-criminogenic factors such as mental illness and cultural considerations fit within the framework
Presented By
Ashley Batastini, PhD
Dr. Ashley Batastini earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Texas Tech University and is currently an Associate Professor in the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science at Swinburne University of Technology. Her research emphasis is broadly at the intersection between the mental health and c...
Presented By
Nichola Tyler, PhD
Dr Nichola Tyler is a Senior Lecturer in Forensic Psychology at the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, Swinburne University of Technology. Dr Tyler completed her PhD at the University of Kent (UK) and has held academic positions at universities in the UK, New Zealand, and Australia. Dr Tyler's...
Curriculum
1. Program Introduction
2. Poll Question
3. Overview of the Risk-Needs-Responsibility (RNR) Model
4. Applying the RNR
5. Research Support for RNR
6. Criticisms of RNR
7. Revisiting the Case of Josh, Case Example, and Closing Questions
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