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Forensic Psychology

What is Forensic Psychology?

Forensic psychology is the practice and application of psychology to issues in the legal system, including correctional counseling, forensic mental health evaluations and counseling, police and public safety psychology, criminal and civil court systems, criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, victim services, child protection issues, and legislative and public policy advocacy.

Forensic Psychology Programs at The Chicago School

The Chicago School’s Forensic Psychology programs train graduates who work directly within the psychology and law arenas in clinical and non-clinical settings. Graduates are equipped with the skills to work in the fields of police and public safety, criminal and civil court systems, public policy, and victim advocacy.

Our Forensic Psychology programs offer a track allowing graduates to sit for licensure as professional counselors upon graduation. Obtaining licensure enables graduates to practice as counselors who provide specialized therapy for clients in forensic settings, such as in correctional, police and public safety, or private practice settings.

Degrees in Forensic Psychology offered at The Chicago School
M.A. Forensic Psychology
Anaheim
Chicago
Los Angeles
Online
Washington, D.C.
Certificate in Forensic Psychology - M.A. Non-Licensure Track to Licensure Bridge
Anaheim
Chicago
Los Angeles
Online
Washington, D.C.
Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology
Anaheim
Los Angeles

Careers in Forensic Psychology

The Chicago School’s Forensic Psychology programs equip graduates with the skills necessary to work in one of the fastest growing areas of psychology in a rapidly expanding range of settings.

Public and Private Sector Employers:
  • Child welfare agencies
  • State mental health facilities
  • Jails or prisons
  • Community mental health centers
  • Juvenile correctional facilities
  • Government agencies
  • Family courts
  • Private practice
Forensic Psychology Job Titles:
  • Correctional Psychologist
  • Jail supervisor
  • Unit psychologist
  • Director of forensic mental health services
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Ana Belmonte, Psy.D.

Division Chair and Assistant Professor
The faculty prepare students to become a contributing member of the forensic community upon graduation. The current faculty have a wide variety of connections with other forensic clinicians across the country and are able to utilize those connections to aid our students’ education and growth as future clinicians."
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