APPLIED FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY

As a student of Applied Forensic Psychology you will learn about psychological concepts methods and practice skills and their application within the legal system Eyewitness testimony jury selection deception detection criminal law police stress forensic risk assessment criminal behaviour types of offenders e g sexual offenders psychopaths murderers are all topics that Forensic Psychology sheds light on To cement your understanding of the academic material from the classroom you will receive hands-on experience by participating in practicum placements in forensic settings prisons courts addiction services forensic hospitals etc Placements vary in length and take place in different settings so that you ll graduate having experienced working in a variety of settings where careers in Forensic Psychology are applicable As a student in the program you ll need to complete practicum placements in years 2 3 and 4 of study Placements can be arranged in your home community near Antigonish or elsewhere In addition your practicum placements many of your Forensic Psychology courses will include field trips to relevant locations for practice including correctional centres and court rooms The program is ideal for students with an interest in careers in social correctional and legal fields The following is an unexhaustive list of potential career paths for graduates in Forensic Psychology Crime Analyst

Duration: 13

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