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Please find details of the above course (apologies for cross posting). MSc Assessment and Treatment of Sex Offenders, School of Psychology - Forensic Section, University of Leicester. The ATSO course is designed for potential students who are currently involved in the management, assessment and treatment of sex offenders. The principal aim of this course us to extend practitioners' knowledge and understanding of theory and research in the assessment and treatment of sex offenders. This knowledge includes not only an appreciation of theory and research, but also an awareness of the strengths and limitations of such evidence, as well as its applications. A particular aim of the course is to make this learning available to practitioners who wish to improve their academic knowledge and continue their professional development in this area through distance learning. The course contains modules on Cognitive- Behavioural Theory and Practice, Assessment and Treatment of Sex Offenders, Practical Assessment and Clinical skills (or Management Skills) and Dissertation Support. In addition, we hold a two day Course Conference each year where guest speakers are invited to talk on their specialised fields of research. The MSc course is available over a two year period starting in October each year. Students who do not wish to continue the course after the first year may apply for a Post Graduate Diploma award if they have satisfactorily completed the relevant modules. The selection criteria are as follows: 1. Current management of sexual offenders or supervision of a treatment programme including sex offenders (which is necessary to complete the practical elements of the course). 2. The likelihood of working with sexual offenders for the next two years. 3. A depth of work experience with this group of offenders, for example, working with sex offenders for at least one year. 4. Relevant first degree/professional qualification. The closing date for applications is 3rd September 2004. For further information and an application form please contact Helen Tedder or Mina Mistry on 0116 252 2423. Ruth Hatcher Lecturer in Forensic Psychology School of Psychology - Forensic Section 106 New Walk Leicester LE1 7EA