The Chicago School of Professional Psychology’s Applied Forensic Psychology Certificate program is for professionals looking to further their credentials.
Knowledge of forensic psychology is used in various
forms, such as in treating mentally ill offenders,
consulting with attorneys (e.g., on selecting a jury),
and analyzing a criminal's mind and intent. For
more than 25 years, The Chicago School of Psychology's expertise
in human behavior and psychology has provided students
with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior,
including criminal behavior, setting us apart in
the criminal justice fields.
Our Applied Forensic Psychology Certificate program
is specifically tailored to working professionals who
are seeking to acquire skills in an area directly
related to their current professional challenges.
This unique certificate program allows working
professionals to gain the additional skills
needed to improve professionally through
distance learning. In Forensic Psychology, students
at The Chicago School of Psychology come away with a greater
understanding of human psychology and criminal
behavior. This greater understanding sets Forensic
Psychology students at The Chicago School apart
in their field.
Forensic Psychology Student Profile
The Applied Forensic Psychology Certificate program
is open to anyone holding a bachelor's degree in
any discipline. Typically, the course is taken
by working professionals seeking to deepen their
understanding of forensic psychology and strengthen
their ability to apply this knowledge. Such professionals include:
- Corrections professionals
- Probation officers
- Court professionals
- Law enforcement professionals
- Victim assistance professionals
Student Commitment
Course work included in this certificate program
can also be completed as a part of a 20-month Master
of Arts in Forensic Psychology degree.
- Online sessions are eight weeks in duration.
- Certificate program studies may be completed
in as little as five months.
- Students will take approximately 10 hours
per week to complete their studies.
- Courses may be taken individually, as well
as part of the certificate program.
Forensic Psychology Admission Requirements
- Completed application
- Current resume
- Bachelor's degree (official transcripts required)
- Proficiency in current computing and Internet
technologies
