Begin an Interesting
Career in Forensic Psychology
Forensic Psychologists
apply psychological theory and principles in a number of legal areas,
including child abuse, sexual abuse, criminal responsibility, and
personal capacity to manage one's affairs and stand trial. They
work in a variety of legal settings but are most often recognized
for their involvement in the processing of a crime scene.
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Schools:
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The Chicago
School of Professional Psychology offers a Master of
Arts in Forensic
Psychology degree program that is designed for working
professionals in such fields as law enforcement, victim assistance,
corrections, etc. In this program, students will gain essential
psychology and mental health knowledge, which will better
enable them to develop successful treatment plans and address
various behavioral problems.
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Kaplan
University Online offers a number
of degree programs for students interested in careers in Criminal
Justice. Programs offered include an Associate of Applied
Science in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science in Criminal
Justice with specialization in Forensic Psychology and a Master
of Science degree program in Criminal Justice.
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A Forensic psychologist performs an array of duties such as addition
therapy, counseling and rehabilitation roles. He/ she provides services
for victims, perpetrators, and criminal justice personnel. The majority
of forensic psychologists who work regularly within a criminal justice
setting have a doctoral degree and graduate training in clinical
psychology. Annual salary as of 2002 is between $38,000 and $66,000
(source: USDL).
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