Master’s in Forensic Psychology

Social Psychology and Aggression

This course provides students with an in-depth examination of Social Psychological experiments and cultural studies related to the foundations of aggressive behavior. Some of the topics addressed include conformity and its relation to stereotyping, racism and aggression, bystander apathy, media impact on aggression, cultural norms as they relate to organized aggression, and prison psychology. Readings are drawn from the extensive literature of social psychological experiments as well as field studies related to the topic.

Trauma and Crisis Intervention

This course addresses theories, research studies, and assessment techniques relating to various types of trauma such as childhood abuse, domestic violence, combat experience, surviving a natural disaster, and exposure to life-threatening incidents (such as those likely experienced by law enforcement and emergency services personnel). Crisis intervention techniques concerning the treatment of trauma-related difficulties, acute stress, and posttraumatic stress disorder are discussed.

Ethics and Professional Issues in Forensic Psychology

This course explores ethical and legal conflicts and dilemmas that might be encountered working within the legal system. Ways to resolve such conflict, including the standards applicable to the practice of forensic psychology are considered.

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Students applying to the M.A. in Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track online program must submit the following:

• Application
  • Apply Online
• Application Fee: $50
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Essay: Please answer the following question within three double spaced typed pages (approximately 500-750 words). Essay must specifically address the program/specialization for which you are applying.
  • Psychology is a vast discipline with many career options. In an essay format, please describe:
    • Why you chose this particular program/specialization * Cite specific experiences and examples.
    • Why it is important to you to study this discipline at a school that emphasizes cultural awareness, competence, and understanding of diversity (see our Commitment to Diversity statement).
    • Your professional career goals as they relate to this specialization.
    • Why you believe this program will assist you in reaching these goals.
• Official college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Preparatory Coursework
  • Aside from general admission requirements, this track requires applicants to have successfully completed (with a grade earned of ‘C’ or better) at least one (1) undergraduate course in either statistics or research methods. Applicants without one of these courses must complete them in accordance with the policies outlined in the Progression Requirements section of the Catalog.

  Because the coursework for this track is offered via distance learning format, students within this track must have access to a computer that is less than three years old, a broadband internet connection, and the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and at minimum, the following computing skills: A comfort with basic Internet technology; the ability to open and attach files from and to email; the ability to send and receive email, and the ability to save documents.

  Applicants who do not have the required undergraduate coursework (one course in statistics or research methods) but who have relevant work experience may apply for waiver of this requirement for admission. Applicants without one of these courses must complete them in accordance with the policies outlined in the Progression Requirements section of the Catalog.

International Application Requirements

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