What is forensic psychology

• Forensic psychology is the use of psychological knowledge and

methodologies to assist in answering legal questions in civil or
criminal trials.
The characteristics
• Strong communication
• The ability to maintain objectivity
• Critical thinking skilss
• Attention to details
• Compassion
Roles
• Criminal profiler
• collaborates with law enforcement to create a concise profile of
criminals based on similar psychological factors
Degree required
• Bachelor's degree
• master's degree
• doctoral degree
• licensed clinical psychologists
• Passed EPPP test
Why it is important?
• forensic psychology delivers a basic recognition and comprehension
of problem behaviors and their relationship to offending.
Jobs
• Corrections facilities
• Police departments
• Outpatient care centers
• Hospitals
• Teaching in the same field
• Researching departments