Forensic Psychology
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Forensic Psychologists apply psychology within the criminal justice system and civil courts. They focus on understanding why certain behaviors occur, and also in helping to minimize and prevent such behaviors.
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JOSIE LANE
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Journalist, communist & editor for Hindustan Times, DNA & Nat Geo Traveler. She's covered stories from travel start-ups, communities, gentrification, gender issues, and human rights.
Career prospects & criteria
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Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, sociology
Master's degree in forensic psychology
What you need to get started
Consulting with, and providing training and curriculum development for, law enforcement and corrections agencies
Excel at assessment, interviewing, report writing, and case presentation.
Soft Skills
Communication
Flexibility
Rational Thinking
Emotional detachment
Analytical Thinking
Compassion
Stress management
Resilience
Open-mindedness
Technical Skills
Strong forensic skills
Ability to Comprehend/Communicate Legal Terminology
Psychology Assessments
Medicine
Forensic science
Criminology
Anthropology
Sociology
Biology
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