Forensic Psychology Certificate (Undergraduate)

Explore the intersection of psychology and the criminal justice system with the Certificate in Forensic Psychology in 51¶¯Âþ’s . Offered by the Department of Criminal Justice, this four-course program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to understand the role of psychology within legal contexts. Students will delve into the complexities of criminal behavior, the psychological impacts on victims and the functioning of the criminal justice system. This certificate is an excellent addition for students aiming to enhance their major with specialized expertise in forensic psychology.Ìý

Program Outcomes

Students completing this certificate willÌý

  • develop critical thinking, writing and verbal communication skills;Ìý
  • understand the psychological underpinnings of criminal behavior; andÌý
  • gain practical knowledge applicable to careers in forensic psychology and related fields.Ìý

Why study forensic psychologyÌýin the College of Liberal Arts?

  • Diverse learning environment: The College of Liberal Arts is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. Students in the Forensic Psychology Certificate program benefit from exposure to different perspectives and experiences, enriching their education and preparing them to work effectively in varied communities.Ìý
  • Expert faculty: The Criminal Justice Department is comprised of experienced faculty with advanced degrees in criminal justice and psychology. They bring a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to our students pursuing this certificate.Ìý
  • Career preparation: This certificate helps students organize their coursework to complement their major field of study, providing a structured path to develop expertise in forensic psychology. It also signals to graduate schools and employers their specialized knowledge in behavioral forensics.Ìý

Program Format & Curriculum

Students pursuing the Undergraduate Certificate in Forensic Psychology will complete a program consisting of four courses. All students must take two core courses,ÌýForensic Psychology and Nature of Crime, and two elective courses.Ìý

Learn more about courses in the Forensic Psychology Certificate program.

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Careers

The skills gained from this certificate program are highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving world. Apply the experience and knowledge acquired in the Forensic Psychology Certificate (Undergraduate) program to your professional pursuits across many careers, organizations and industries. Possible forensic psychology careers this certificate prepares you for include the following.ÌýÌý

  • Forensic case managerÌý
  • Victim advocacy and serviceÌý
  • Forensic analyst and evaluatorÌý
  • Police psychologistÌý
  • Expert witnessÌý
  • Law enforcement consultant Ìý
  • Eyewitness testimonyÌý
  • Forensic therapistÌý
  • Behavioral health coordinatorÌý
  • Juror selectionÌý
  • Legal strategy consultantÌý
  • Pre-trial publicityÌý
  • Juvenile justice servicesÌý
  • Family court program coordinatorÌý
  • ResearcherÌý
  • ProfessorÌý

Tuition & Fees

The tuition for this Certificate Program is based on school or college of your major, program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. You can view the full .

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