Associate in Arts -Forensic Psychology

Ensuring public safety requires cross-disciplinary knowledge and a variety of skills applicable to careers in enforcement and investigations, as well as in judicial and correctional systems. Forensic psychologists have the training needed to assess, treat and advance research across all the systems involved in public safety. Those choosing an Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in Forensic Psychology experience coursework bringing together the biological, psychological and criminal justice principles needed to understand human behavior and motivation in the context of the legal system. They develop the knowledge and skills needed to apply psychological science to forensic evaluations, providing expertise and guidance in judicial systems and public safety organizations. The coursework prepares students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in upper level forensic psychology courses, future graduate studies, and a variety of critical careers in the public safety sector, judicial and correctional systems, psychiatric facilities, private practice and the military.