Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and offers distance learning degree programs in a variety of academic disciplines, including business administration, health informatics, education and criminal justice. Students have the option of enrolling in undergraduate, postgraduate and certificate programs. The Master of Science degree program in forensic psychology is designed to prepare students for employment opportunities as case managers, expert witnesses, researchers and victim advocates. The online course is delivered in text, audio or video formats. Students can also specialize in mental health, psychology and legal systems, and forensic psychology in the community. Course highlights include introduction to forensic psychology, abnormal behavior, criminal behavior and social psychology.
Walden University
155 5th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55401-2511
612-338-7224
waldenu.edu
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is the nation’s oldest and largest graduate school that provides courses exclusively in psychology and behavioral sciences. Among other accrediting bodies, the school is recognized by the American Psychological Association (APA). In addition to degree and certificate programs in forensic psychology, prospective students can enroll in other fields within psychology, like gerontology, school psychology, health psychology and psychodynamic psychology. Prospective students who wish to enter the field of forensic psychology can choose from the doctoral degree in clinical forensic psychology, the master’s program in applied/forensic psychology and a certificate course in applied forensics. The instruction is available online and at select campuses.
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
325 North Wells Street • Chicago, IL 60654
312-329-6600
thechicagoschool.edu
Founded in 2001, Argosy University provides flexible online and campus-based degree programs in psychology, business and health sciences. The Master of Arts degree program in forensic psychology is offered through the American School of Professional Psychology. The program is especially suited for professionals who work in law enforcement or have an undergraduate background in psychology. The course is offered entirely online; graduates from the course will be well prepared for careers in fields like counseling, neuropsychology and criminal justice. Prospective students should have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in psychology or behavioral science, and meet specific technology and software requirements for online instruction. Course highlights include psychology and the legal system, psychology of criminal behavior, psychology of the victim and forensic psychology seminar. In addition to taking core courses in forensic psychology, students are required to take electives in order to successfully complete the program.
Argosy University
1005 Atlantic Avenue
Alameda, CA
510-215-0277
online.argosy.edu