Psychology, M.A.: Forensic Psychology Option
Dr. Richard Conti
Room: EC-230C
Tel: 908- 737-5883
Email: rconti@kean.edu
Program Description
The Master of Psychology, Option: Forensic Psychology is designed for students interested in pursuing doctoral training in psychology and/or law; master’s-level forensic jobs (e.g., in juvenile/adult court clinics, correctional settings, law enforcement research departments or forensic psychiatric settings); and those who are currently working or plan to work in a variety of law enforcement positions (e.g., police, corrections, federal law enforcement or governmental agencies).
Degree Requirements
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- 15 credits in Psychology on the undergraduate or graduate level including: General Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods or Experimental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Developmental Psychology.
Required Courses 27
| PSY 5530 | ADVANCED ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| PSY 5555 | INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| PSY 5560 | RESEARCH DESIGN AND STATISTICS I | 3 |
| PSY 5565 | RESEARCH DESIGN AND STATISTICS II | 3 |
| PSY 5570 | PSYCHOLOGY OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR | 3 |
| PSY 5575 | NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5580 | PERSONALITY&BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5585 | AGGRESSION, VIOLENCE RISK, AND THREAT ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| PSY 5910 | RESEARCH METHODS SEMINAR | 3 |
Electives 9
Three courses selected from the following:
Psychology
Criminal Justice
Sociology
Total Credit Hours: 36