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Elektra
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What is the best choice?
Hello I'm Elektra, im in grade 10 currently contemplating what i should do for my future career what subjects are required to do forensic psychology? should i choose forensic psychology or something else or even just psychology? please help
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Onasanya Oluwaseyi
Website Developer
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Ogun, OG
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Onasanya’s Answer
Forensic is Okay. However, check your capacity
Thank you for answering, Onasanya! Can you give more insight into why Forensics would be an okay choice for Elektra? Also, can also explain about capacity and what Elektra should be aware of or watch for?
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Maria Saladin Rivera
Project Management, Instructional Designer, Professional Learning
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Electra,
For starters, good grades in your high school math and reading courses are essential. In addition, if your HS offers psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology, take those courses. Some specialized HS offer pre-law or criminal justice courses too.
I would start looking at colleges that offer the majors you mention. Read the required courses description and determine if they seem interesting to you. Half of the courses you take in college are called "basics"; almost all students take them. The other half are in your area of specialty.
The 1st step is getting a good GPA and SAT/ACT scores so colleges admit you.
The 2nd step is figuring out what are you good at and brings you joy...this requires exploring classes and reading about what jobs people with these majors actually do. You can enter college through psychology, take a couple of courses relevant to both majors, then with the help of your college advisor make a decision. You might even interview professors that teach those courses (I did that with my major) to get a better picture of these careers and get 1st hand guidance.
You have timento figure it out, but focus on your GPA and college entrance exams: Math and Reading.
For starters, good grades in your high school math and reading courses are essential. In addition, if your HS offers psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology, take those courses. Some specialized HS offer pre-law or criminal justice courses too.
I would start looking at colleges that offer the majors you mention. Read the required courses description and determine if they seem interesting to you. Half of the courses you take in college are called "basics"; almost all students take them. The other half are in your area of specialty.
The 1st step is getting a good GPA and SAT/ACT scores so colleges admit you.
The 2nd step is figuring out what are you good at and brings you joy...this requires exploring classes and reading about what jobs people with these majors actually do. You can enter college through psychology, take a couple of courses relevant to both majors, then with the help of your college advisor make a decision. You might even interview professors that teach those courses (I did that with my major) to get a better picture of these careers and get 1st hand guidance.
You have timento figure it out, but focus on your GPA and college entrance exams: Math and Reading.
Duaa Sarayi
Psychology and pre med student
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Richardson, Texas
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Duaa’s Answer
Hello Elktra,
First, I introduce myself I'm Duaa Sarayi, I once faced a similar career crossroads when I started college, initially choosing psychology and pre-med as a double major.
Secondly, So, thinking about your future career, huh? I get it, it's a big decision. If you're into forensic psychology, you'll wanna take some psych classes like abnormal psych, criminal behavior, and forensic assessment. Those are pretty important. Oh, and checking out stuff like criminal justice or criminology could be cool too, 'cause it gives you a different angle on things. Now, as for whether you should go all in on forensic psychology or maybe just stick with general psychology, it really depends on what you're passionate about.
Also, subjects like criminal justice or criminology could help understand the legal side of things. When deciding between forensic psychology, general psychology, or another field, it's vital to think about what interests you most and your career goals. If you're passionate about understanding criminal behavior and mental health within the legal system, forensic psychology could be a good fit. But if you're more curious about human behavior in a broader sense, general psychology might be a better choice. If you're super curious about why people do crime and how their minds work, forensic psych could be your jam. But if you're more into understanding human behavior in general, then regular psych might be more your style. Just follow what excites you the most and what you think will lead to a job you'll love. And don't stress too much, you got this!
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First, I introduce myself I'm Duaa Sarayi, I once faced a similar career crossroads when I started college, initially choosing psychology and pre-med as a double major.
Secondly, So, thinking about your future career, huh? I get it, it's a big decision. If you're into forensic psychology, you'll wanna take some psych classes like abnormal psych, criminal behavior, and forensic assessment. Those are pretty important. Oh, and checking out stuff like criminal justice or criminology could be cool too, 'cause it gives you a different angle on things. Now, as for whether you should go all in on forensic psychology or maybe just stick with general psychology, it really depends on what you're passionate about.
Also, subjects like criminal justice or criminology could help understand the legal side of things. When deciding between forensic psychology, general psychology, or another field, it's vital to think about what interests you most and your career goals. If you're passionate about understanding criminal behavior and mental health within the legal system, forensic psychology could be a good fit. But if you're more curious about human behavior in a broader sense, general psychology might be a better choice. If you're super curious about why people do crime and how their minds work, forensic psych could be your jam. But if you're more into understanding human behavior in general, then regular psych might be more your style. Just follow what excites you the most and what you think will lead to a job you'll love. And don't stress too much, you got this!
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Emma Smith
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Emma’s Answer
For forensic psychology, you typically need subjects like psychology, sociology, and criminal justice. It's important to choose what interests you most. Forensic psychology focuses on applying psychology to legal matters, while general psychology covers a broader range of topics. Consider your passions and what you enjoy learning about to make the best choice for your future career.
Thanks for the help.
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