Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology

California Baptist University

One of the few programs of its kind in the country, the Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from CBU prepares professionals to offer critical psychological services to the criminal justice system. The MA in Forensic Psychology program at CBU provides students with an advanced and comprehensive understanding of human development, the biological nature of crime, psychopathology, psychology and law, and criminal profiling. Forensic psychology classes are scheduled to allow working professionals the opportunity to pursue their educational and career advancement. Graduates come away with the interdisciplinary knowledge to shape laws and policies that reflect human behavior. Students also develop an understanding of research methodology and its application to forensic psychology. In the second year of study, students are involved in field experience and on-site supervision in a forensic setting. This may include working an FBI internship, with U.S. Marshalls, victim advocacy, trial advocacy, trial consultant firms, conflict resolution and mediation, rape crisis centers, probation, or parole.

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences