Forensic Psychology

Forensic psychology examines the intersection of human behavior and criminal justice, and it applies theories and skills from psychology to the legal system, including areas such as law enforcement, corrections, victim services, and the treatment of offenders. Forensic psychology includes five major subdisciplines — police psychology, investigative psychology, criminal psychology, correctional psychology and legal psychology — all of which are covered in the course work comprising the 15-unit Certificate in Forensic Psychology.

Forensic psychologists are growing in numbers in judicial systems and law enforcement, working in correctional facilities, law enforcement agencies, police offices, school and university settings, community service agencies, and private practices. In addition to being a springboard for graduate study in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Criminology, the Certificate in Forensic Psychology complements undergraduate degrees in Psychology, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Urban Studies, Biology and Chemistry.

Contact Info

Contact:Pat Matthews
Email:patmatthews@wustl.edu
Website:https://caps.wustl.edu/programs/certificates/forensic-psychology