Diploma in Forensic Psychology Focused on Children
The diploma program focuses on deepening the psychological and legal aspects of child abuse and mistreatment, training professionals to handle these cases within the judicial system.
Start: agosto de 2026
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Why study the Diplomado in Forensic Psychology Focused on Children?
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Relevant specialization Specific training in an area of great need and social relevance.
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Applicable practical skills Training that combines theory with intensive practice.
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Direct impact on society Contributes to the protection and well-being of children.
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Development of critical competencies Strengthening analytical and ethical skills.
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Professional certification Diploma that certifies your knowledge and skills.
Methodology
It is taught in e-Learning modality, where theory and practice are combined through activities designed to apply acquired knowledge, using resources such as updated bibliography and interactive tools.
Plan de estudios — Diplomado in Forensic Psychology Focused on Children
Child sexual abuse and mistreatment
- Child sexual abuse and other forms of child mistreatment.
- The theoretical framework of credibility.
- Cognitive psychosocial factors influencing child testimony.
- Obtaining information from victims and witnesses.
- The credibility test
- Other guides for exploring child abuse cases.
The juvenile offender and child protection
- Adolescence.
- Legal framework in juvenile jurisdiction, the role of the technical team.
- Circuit, reports, and practical case.
- Background and evolution of the child and adolescent protection system.
- Protection measures in the child and adolescent protection system.
- Development of a case of helplessness and protection measures.
Situations of parental interference in custody processes
- Parental interferences.
- Parental alienation syndrome: characteristics of the construct.
- Consequences, evaluation, and therapeutic approach of PAS.
- Forensic repercussions and jurisprudence of PAS.
Competencias
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Professionals Management of child abuse, forensic interviews, and intervention techniques with juvenile offenders.
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Transversal Ethical commitment, critical thinking, and creativity in developing solutions.
Evaluation Plan
Includes the completion of questionnaires that make up 100% of the final evaluation, focused on ensuring the understanding and application of the concepts discussed.
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