Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology
The Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology is designed to train practitioners to provide psychological services to, and within, the criminal and civil justice systems as well as to prepare students for doctoral study in psychology. The 42-credit curriculum focuses on the understanding, evaluation, and treatment of both offenders and victims. This course of study explores the role of psychology in the legal system, in criminal behavior, in the treatment of substance and alcohol abuse, and in terrorism. Through the curriculum, students are provided with an advanced understanding of psychological development and psychopathology, personality assessment, psychotherapeutic techniques, and research methods. For more information, go to FAQ.
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Program Director: Professor James Wulach