Master of Science in Forensic Psychology

Program learning outcomes for this degree are based on Massachusetts State Standards and the respective SPA (Specialty Professional Area) content. At the conclusion of the program, the candidate will be able to: 

• Students will develop a solid base of theoretical knowledge of psychological principles and skills they need in order to be able to effectively apply them to the problems that people have in their lives and in their interactions within the legal, correctional and law enforcement systems.
• Students will develop a current and comprehensive understanding of the functioning of the mental health, legal, correctional and law enforcement systems.
• Students will develop the ethical commitment and professional interpersonal skills needed to provide quality services to culturally diverse clients and organizations.
• Students will develop forensic practice competencies appropriate for entering the forensic psychology field.

• PSY5036: Applied Behavioral Statistics 
• PSY5110: Legal Systems and Evidence Practices in Forensic Psychology 
• PSY5112: Psychological Aspects of the Criminal Mind and Criminal Behavior 
• PSY5114: Counseling Techniques in Forensic Psychology 
• PSY5116: Psychological and Legal Aspects of Interpersonal Violence 
• PSY5118: Ethical Practices in Forensic Psychology 
• PSY5207: Applied Research Methodology and Evaluation 
• PSY5347: Psychopathology: Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment 
• PSY5316: Theories and Practices in Forensic Psychology 
• PSY5430: Assessment Techniques in Forensic Psychology 
• PSY5417: Human Growth and Development 
• PSY6889: Internship in Forensic Psychology*

*Online students will complete PSY6888 Capstone in Forensic Psychology. In certain circumstances, on-campus students may ask for permission from the program director to complete PSY6888 in lieu of PSY6889.

Additional Program Notes

The Forensic Psychology program is a non-licensure program. Graduates of the Forensic Psychology program interested in furthering their education to attain licensure as a mental health counselor in Massachusetts and similar states may apply for the 66 credit Doctoral program in Mental Health Counseling at American International College. Graduates from the Forensic Psychology program may also apply to the non-licensure Mental Health and Human Development Doctoral program at American International College. The Forensic Psychology program does not meet any licensure requirements in part or whole.

Please reference the current catalog for all course descriptions.

Graduate applicants will be reviewed for admission based on the strength of their ability for graduate study and the receipt of all listed documentation.

General Graduate Student Requirements

Individuals applying to graduate programs at AIC are required to submit: 

• A completed and signed application 
• Official sealed transcript(s) of all previous academic work, undergraduate and graduate 
• Two (2) letters of recommendation 
• A personal goal statement or essay 
• U.S. $50 non-refundable application fee

MS in Forensic Psychology Requirements

The Master of Science in Forensic Psychology program offers rolling admissions, which means we evaluate applications throughout the year. However, applicants to the on-campus program are strongly encouraged to apply by July 15th (fall term entry) or November 15th (spring term entry) to provide sufficient time to plan and prepare to begin the program. 

In addition to the general requirements above, the Forensic Psychology program requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 for admission. Individuals who do not meet this requirement may be asked to interview with the program director. Based on the outcome of the interview and all other application materials, a candidate may be granted full or conditional acceptance.

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