Career questions tagged forensic-psychology
What's the most uselful graduate degree in psychology?
I'm working on a degree in psychology, but don't necessarily want to be a clinical psychologist. I'm fascinated by cognitive, social, and political psychology. Are careers realistically available in these areas, and if so what degree would be necessary? #psychology #politics #consulting #social-psychology #forensic-psychology #cognitive-psychology #cognition
How long does it usually take to get a job in the forensics field after graduating college?
I'm very anxious to start a career in forensics and I would love to know how long it usually takes to get a job after graduating. #forensic #forensic-analysis #forensic-psychology
What do I do with my degree?!
I am a recent graduate with a Master of Arts degree in Forensic Psychology and have NO idea what the next step is. I have considered juvenile probation, but I think my end goal is to work for the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. I just want to know what types of careers people with this degree usually pursue and what I am qualified for, having just graduated with no job experience or licensure. #forensic-psychology #masters-degree #masters-in-psychology #behavioral-counseling
What kind of job would someone who majored in Forensic Psychology look for and what would a normal work week look like?
I am interested in majoring in psychology for college, more specifically forensic but I am not sure what that job field would look like and what a normal week would look like. I would really be interested in doing something that involves deciding whether or not a person is clinically insane or fit to stand on trial. I would like to know what kind of things would be done on a day to day basis and if what I am interested in falls under that category. #psychology #forensic-psychology
What are good schools for a degree in Forensic Psychology
I'm set on studying forensic psychology after I graduate High School. I know that the requirements are a major in Psychology and minoring in Criminal Law. Are there any schools with excellent classes in both fields? #criminal-law #psychology #forensics #forensic-psychology #criminal-justice
what is the average lifestyle for a psychologist
#psychologist #clinical-psychology #moral-psychology #forensic-psychology #psychologist #clinical
How can I start preparing for my future career now ?
First, what jobs in Federal Agencies (FBI, CIA, DEA, etc.) are good for someone with a degree in Forensic Psychology? Secondly, how can I strengthen myself as an applicant now as a first year student with no work or internship experience in order to get to these agencies one day? Thank you!
What is the best college for me to go to if I want to major in Criminal Psychology?
I plan to major in Criminal Psychology when I go to college. I have already started thinking about what classes I should take in high school to help prepare to go into that field. I live in a place where there are a bunch of Ivy League schools around, I'm just not sure what college would fit me best.
How manageable is it to double major in forensic psych and criminology?
I am thinking about double majoring in forensic psychology and criminology/justice studies and i'm not sure if the workload would be too much. I want to be able to do criminal investigations out of college.
When I attend college to become a forensic psychologist, what kind of classes are recommended?
I really want to know this because my dream is to become a blood spatter analyst. the more I know about these things, the easier that will be. #forensics #forensic-psychology #psychology #science #college
I like history, psychology, and law. Is forensic psychology a good career choice?
I am in 10th grade and I have been looking at possible careers and forensic psychology caught my eye. I want to be involved in law without being a lawyer or constantly in the courtroom. I also find psychology interesting. What is forensic psychology really like? Does it apply to anything I said above?
Can I actually find the job of my dreams?
I'm really interested in any and all behavioral sciences, like #sociology, particularly #criminal-psychology or #forensic-psychology. I want to study people, how we work, why we do what we do, and everything associated with us. But I don't know if that dream is reachable. It seems so far fetched its almost a fantasy. I know I wont get everything I want in life, but I'd like to find something close to what I aspire to do. My faith in finding a job after college that fulfills what I want is slowly dwindling, can I find something out there?
What do I have to do to become a forensic psychologist?
I have this obsession with how different people's minds work and how life events affect their mind set. I enjoy hearing about how different childhood or life events can in turn set in motion decisions they may make later on. I am going to college in the fall and I do not know what classes or courses I need to take in order to become a forensic psychologist. #psych #forensic-psychology ##college #what-classes-should
What kind of high school classes will prepare me to get a degree in forensic psychology?
Not sure if I should take chemistry 1 & 2 in high school. I’m taking 1 now, and i plan on taking psychology (possibly AP) and forensics senior year. I’m in 10th now.
How long did it take you to become a forensic psychologist?
About how many years did it take you to become licensed/have the degrees necessary to become a forensic psychologist? Were you able to join as a forensic psychologist right away, or did you have to join a starter career and work your way up?
which is the best college to go to if I'd like to pursue forensic psychiatry?
long answers would be greatly appreciated. forensic psycholgists, psychiatrists and scientists are welcome to answer my question. #university
What tasks do forensic psychologists do daily?
What does the day to day look like, such as environment and tasks?
Does Forensic Psychology have a lot of job options when graduated with a degree?
I was wondering because I want to study forensic psychology and get a job in the field after i obtain my masters. #law #criminal-justice #forensic-psychology
Did you major in forensic-psychology or general psychology?
High-school sophomore looking for college advice
Why did you chose the field of forensics?
Why do you like it? Within forensics, I'm interested in forensic science and forensic psychology.
What classes, major, and minor should I get so I can become a Forensic Psychologist??
I am having a hard time looking for classes that would be beneficial to take in college that I would need to become a Forensic Psychologist. I also have heard many different things about what I should major and minor in at college, and it has put me through a loop. I am just looking for some guidance to do better research into colleges and what I need to look for. Thank you for all your help!!
What does a day in the life of a forensic psychologist look like?
High-school sophomore looking for advice on profession
How many years of college did you need to go through to become a detective?
Hello! My name is Ernesto and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the Forensic Science field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment. 1. How many years of college did you need to go through? 2. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 3. How can I decide if I should earn a PH.D. in this field? 4.Were you in a college program? 5. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 6. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 7. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 8. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 9. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career?
How do I leave college and get into my career?
I want to go to Yale then work in a government agency for criminal psychiatry
What is the career path to become a forensics psychologist ?
Hello. I am currently a sophomore in College with a major in psychology and criminal justice. I am currently doing research for my future career and was wondering what tips, classes, and future schools I would need to apply in order to accomplish this goal.
What colleges offer Criminology/Forensic Psychology?
Hi! I'm currently in my first year of college, majoring in BA Psychology. I'm genuinely passionate about my course, but more so on Forensic/Criminal Psychology. However my college doesn't offer this specific class, only BA Psychology as a general course. So for my graduate studies, I want to focus more on Forensic Psychology. I want to ask on what colleges offer Criminology/Forensic Psychology courses in the U.S? since I'm planning on getting a professional license there in the future. #psychology #college #criminal-justice #college-major #forensic-psychology
What colleges would you recommend for a career in forensic pathology?
I'm really interested in the medical aspect of forensic pathology. Ideally, I'd like to work for the government to help victims gain justice.
High School Career Class Questions Detective?
I have an assignment to learn about careers in Criminology, but I do not have any contacts to interview. Would you help me? I need 2 from a detective, crime scene investigator, forensics, professor, forensic psychology, criminal justice, lawyer, etc. Job Title? Full Time/Part Time? 3 day to day tasks? Types of projects? Degree? School? Entry Level Job for this career? 2-3 things you like about your job 2-3 things you don't like Where else could you work with your degree
What are some good classes to take as a senior in high school that would prepare me for college if I want to go into the field of forensic psychology?
I am currently a junior and starting to pick out classes for my senior year in high school, and I am having a little trouble deciding what classes would be good to take to prepare for Forensic Psychology.