Forensic Psychologist Jobs & Forensic Psychology Career Guide 2024
What’s in this guide?
- What is a Forensic Psychologist?
- What Does a Forensic Psychologist Do?
- Where Do Forensic Psychologists Work?
- Forensic Psychology in Popular Culture
- How to Become a Forensic Psychologist
- How long does it take to become a forensic psychologist?
- Educational Requirements
- Specialized Training
- Certification and Licensing
- Application and Fee
- Licensure Examination
- Board Determination
- Certification Exam
- State Reciprocity
- Continuing Education Requirements
- How Much Money Does a Forensic Psychologist Earn?
- What Skills and Traits Are Important in the Forensic Psychology Field?
What is a Forensic Psychologist?
Forensic Psychologists are licensed psychologists interested in psychology as it pertains to the law. These mental-health professionals utilize their knowledge of psychology to help solve legal concerns in a variety of settings. Along with general psychology training, Forensic Psychologists have extensive knowledge of the legal system, as well as ethics and professionalism. These psychologists are committed to lifelong learning, especially when it comes to the connection between psychology and law. Forensic Psychologists are adaptive problem solvers who work independently and as part of a team to study, understand, and solve often-complicated legal matters.
Where Do Forensic Psychologists Work?
Forensic Psychologists work in a variety of settings. Many work in corrections facilities, police departments, outpatient care centers, or hospitals. Some dedicate their working hours to forensic psychology research or teaching others about the field in colleges and universities. Government agencies also employ Forensic Psychologists.
What Career Options are Available to a Forensic Psychologist?
- Correctional Psychologist – designing programs for correctional facilities
- Forensic Scientist – working in forensics labs or medical examiners’ offices
- FBI Special Agent – supporting the FBI’s mission of public safety by analyzing motives and providing professional insights
- Jury consultant – assisting law firms with a wide variety of tasks including scientific jury selection, opening statement writing and preparing witnesses for deposition
Latest Forensic Psychologist Job Listings
Position | Company | Location | Posted |
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Psychiatrist/Forensic Psychiatrist | Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services | Las Vegas, Nevada US | 05/01/2024 |
State of NevadaDepartment of Health and Human ServicesNevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services(SNAMHS) is actively recruiting for … More | |||
Clinical Psychiatrists | New Jersey Department of Health – Special Treatment Unit | Avenel, New Jersey US | 04/30/2024 |
Clinical Psychiatrists The Special Treatment Unit, a 500-bed secured forensic facility located in Avenel, NJ, is currently seeking experienced Psychologists to administer psychological treatment in the form of Process Groups and psychoeducational modules. Our inpatient units are designed … More | |||
Assistant Attorney General – Social & Health Services Division, Tumwater | WA State Attorney General’s Office | Tumwater, Washington US | 04/30/2024 |
All applicants must submit their materials via the states centralized recruitment system by clicking the application link … More | |||
Border Patrol Agent Entry Level | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | Arizona US | 04/30/2024 |
NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS APPLY TODAY! The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America. … More | |||
Border Patrol Agent | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | New Mexico US | 04/30/2024 |
NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS APPLY TODAY! The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America. … More | |||
Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist Opportunity | Genesis Psychology Associates | Davenport, Iowa US | 04/30/2024 |
Outpatient Child/Adolescent Psychiatry in Davenport, Iowa – Riverfront community with excellent schoolsBoard Certified/Board Eligible Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist in our Outpatient Behavioral Health ClinicGenesis Psychology Associates, a distinguished multidisciplinary group of mental health professionals, seeks a BE/BC Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist … More | |||
Forensic Interviewer- Indiana | Family and Children’s Place Inc | Louisville, Kentucky US | 04/29/2024 |
Family & Children’s Place of Jeffersonville, IN, is looking to hire a full-time Forensic Interviewer to provide forensic interviews with children and adolescents. This human services position earns an hourly pay of $21.54 and a $300 sign-on bonus. … More | |||
Adjunct Instructor – Forensic Psychology | Seton Hall University | South Orange, New Jersey US | 04/29/2024 |
The Psychology Department at Seton Hall University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach an in-person course in Forensic Psychology starting January 2024. This 2000-level (i.e., lower division) course is taught for students who are majors or minors in Psychology. In the Psychology Department, all new adjunct faculty are paired with full-time faculty mentors to help the individual develop their teaching through conversation and course observation. Additionally, all adjunct faculty at Seton … More |
Position State of NevadaDepartment of Health and Human ServicesNevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services(SNAMHS) is actively recruiting for … More Company Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services Location Las Vegas, Nevada US Posted 05/01/2024 | |||
Position Clinical Psychiatrists The Special Treatment Unit, a 500-bed secured forensic facility located in Avenel, NJ, is currently seeking experienced Psychologists to administer psychological treatment in the form of Process Groups and psychoeducational modules. Our inpatient units are designed … More Company New Jersey Department of Health – Special Treatment Unit Location Avenel, New Jersey US Posted 04/30/2024 | |||
Position All applicants must submit their materials via the states centralized recruitment system by clicking the application link … More Company WA State Attorney General’s Office Location Tumwater, Washington US Posted 04/30/2024 | |||
Position NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS APPLY TODAY! The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America. … More Company U.S. Customs and Border Protection Location Arizona US Posted 04/30/2024 | |||
Position NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS APPLY TODAY! The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America. … More Company U.S. Customs and Border Protection Location New Mexico US Posted 04/30/2024 | |||
Position Outpatient Child/Adolescent Psychiatry in Davenport, Iowa – Riverfront community with excellent schoolsBoard Certified/Board Eligible Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist in our Outpatient Behavioral Health ClinicGenesis Psychology Associates, a distinguished multidisciplinary group of mental health professionals, seeks a BE/BC Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist … More Company Genesis Psychology Associates Location Davenport, Iowa US Posted 04/30/2024 | |||
Position Family & Children’s Place of Jeffersonville, IN, is looking to hire a full-time Forensic Interviewer to provide forensic interviews with children and adolescents. This human services position earns an hourly pay of $21.54 and a $300 sign-on bonus. … More Company Family and Children’s Place Inc Location Louisville, Kentucky US Posted 04/29/2024 | |||
Position The Psychology Department at Seton Hall University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach an in-person course in Forensic Psychology starting January 2024. This 2000-level (i.e., lower division) course is taught for students who are majors or minors in Psychology. In the Psychology Department, all new adjunct faculty are paired with full-time faculty mentors to help the individual develop their teaching through conversation and course observation. Additionally, all adjunct faculty at Seton … More Company Seton Hall University Location South Orange, New Jersey US Posted 04/29/2024 |