In-Service Teaching & Supervision
Psychiatric Training for Legal and Medical Professionals
Dr Robert M Kaplan provides in-depth training and supervision for medical, legal, and allied health professionals. His experience in forensic psychiatry and medical history allows him to offer insightful, practical guidance on complex psychiatric issues, helping professionals strengthen their clinical and legal understanding.
Training and Supervision Areas
Dr Kaplan’s in-service training covers a range of key areas:
Forensic Psychiatry
Understanding mental health issues in legal and criminal contexts.
Medico-Legal Reporting
Preparing accurate and defensible psychiatric reports.
Psychiatric Diagnosis
Improving accuracy in mental health assessments.
Professional Ethics
Managing complex ethical issues in psychiatric practice.
Trauma and PTSD
Assessing and managing trauma-related mental health issues.
Criminal Behaviour and Mental Illness
Understanding the intersection of mental health and criminality.
Training sessions are tailored to the audience’s needs, ensuring relevance for legal professionals, medical staff, and claims managers.
Approach and Format
Dr Kaplan’s interactive and practical training sessions combine case-based learning with professional insights.
Workshops and Seminars
In-depth sessions exploring complex psychiatric and legal issues.
Case Studies
Real-world examples to build analytical and decision-making skills.
Small Group Supervision
Focused guidance for professional development and case reviews.
Online and In-Person Options
Flexible delivery to accommodate professional schedules.
Why Train with Dr Kaplan?
Dr. Kaplan has over 40 years of experience in forensic psychiatry and medical history. As a Clinical Associate Professor and an internationally published author, he combines academic knowledge with real-world insight. His experience consulting on high-profile criminal cases and legal matters ensures that his training is credible and practical.
Who Benefits from This Training?
Dr Kaplan’s training and supervision services are designed for:
- Legal professionals, including lawyers and judges.
- Medical professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and GPs.
- Insurance professionals involved in claims management.
- Government agencies and regulatory bodies.
- Probation Officers needing to understand the psychiatric factors influencing criminal behaviour.
- Welfare Workers who are managing mental health challenges within the welfare system.
- Customer Service Officers who are handling difficult situations involving mental health issues.
- Rehabilitation Coordinators are those who support mental health recovery and reintegration.
- Occupational RTW Providers who manage psychiatric factors in return-to-work plans.
Dr Kaplan’s ability to translate complex psychiatric concepts into practical insights makes his sessions valuable for both clinical and legal professionals.
How to Arrange Training or Supervision
Dr Kaplan’s training sessions and supervision programs are available both in-person (Bondi Junction and Wollongong) and online. Programs can be customised to suit the specific needs of the organisation or professional group.
Contact Dr Kaplan to arrange a customised training session or supervision program.
Your questions answered
Your frequently asked questions about In-Service Training & Supervision answered.
Who can benefit from Dr Kaplan’s training and supervision?
Dr Kaplan’s training is tailored for legal professionals, psychiatrists, psychologists, welfare workers, probation officers, customer service officers, rehabilitation coordinators, and return-to-work providers.
What is covered in the training sessions?
Training covers forensic psychiatry, medico-legal reporting, psychiatric diagnosis, professional ethics, trauma, and criminal behaviour.
How long are the training sessions?
Session length can be customised depending on the client’s needs, from short workshops to multi-day seminars.
Can training sessions be delivered remotely?
Yes, Dr Kaplan offers both in-person and remote training options to accommodate professional schedules.
Can Dr Kaplan provide ongoing supervision?
Yes, Dr Kaplan provides ongoing professional supervision for medical and legal professionals dealing with complex psychiatric cases.