Psychology and Criminal Justice

About this training

This introductory training will provide participants with an overview of the intersection between psychology and criminal justice and is ideal for both beginners and seasoned professionals looking for a review. Psychological factors influence why people begin to engage in criminal behavior, how they respond to rehabilitation efforts, and why they may reoffend. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of major theories of criminal behavior, criminogenic needs and risk factors, and the Risk-Need-Responsivity Principle. Objectives: 1. Identify biological, sociological, and psychological theories of criminal behavior 2. Identify the 8 Core Criminogenic Needs and their psychological counterparts 3. Understand how the RNR Principle is used to reduce risk of recidivism

Continuing education

• 2.0 CEUs (National Association of Social Workers – RI Chapter, RI Certification Board Chemical Dependency, and Licensed Mental Health Counselors through the RI Mental Health Counselors Association)
• 2.0 NBCC-approved continuing education credit hours
• Approved for 2.0 NAADAC CE Hours

Outside Rhode Island? TRAIN ED is nationally approved by NBCC and NAADAC (provider #339978). Many state boards accept these hours; check with yours before you register. Licensure & CEU resources

• Nov13

  Best Practices in Clinical Documentation

  Friday, November 13, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET

  • Nompelelo Boucher, PhD.
  • Live online via Zoom

  2.0 CEUs$35

  Register for Best Practices in Clinical Documentation (opens registration site)
• Nov17

  Women in Recovery: Pathways to Healing and Empowerment

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET

  • Roxxanne Newman, PhD Candidate, MA, CPRS
  • Live online via Zoom

  2.0 CEUs$35

  Register for Women in Recovery: Pathways to Healing and Empowerment (opens registration site)