Forensic Psychology, Graduate Certificate - Online

Forensic sciences student, Sophie McPeek at the OSU Center for Health Sciences.

Get certified in Forensic Psychology

A Graduate Certificate in Forensic Psychology is earned after completing four courses of focused study in Forensic Psychology. This degree credential can serve both as a stepping-stone into more advanced study, leading to a master’s or doctoral degree, or as a standalone educational achievement to strengthen their professional advancement opportunities.

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Overview

This certificate can be completed fully online, and the 12 credit hours can carry over and apply to our MS in Forensic Sciences degree, if students choose to continue into that program. Courses are taught by experts in the field and students will gain knowledge that they can immediately apply in the professional setting. This certificate provides investigators with a better understanding of criminal behavior and the impact of crime on victims.

Coursework

Graduate Certificate in Forensic Psychology (12 credit hours):

Required Courses:

FRNS 5013 Survey of Forensic Sciences
FRNS 5713 Forensic Psychology
FRNS 5733 Forensic Victimology

Choose 3 hours from the following electives:

FRNS 5723 Advanced Forensic Psychology
FRNS 5753 Criminal Behavioral Analysis
FRNS 6400 Case Studies in Forensic Science
FRNS 5273 Forensic Threat Assessment and Management
FRNS 5293 Violence in Forensic Settings

Admissions Requirements and Deadlines

Suggested application deadlines are July 1 for Fall admission and October 1 for Spring admission. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials at least six weeks prior to the start of the semester.

GCRT Admission Requirements:

Bachelor's degree with a recommended grade point average of 3.0 or better. (Applicants graduating from schools outside the U.S. are required to submit transcripts that have been evaluated to U.S. standards.)
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose to include personal career goals and how the graduate certificate will support those goals.
Basic computer skills, equipment, and internet access are required for participation in online courses. Participants need the capacity for independent learning, access to a computer, Internet, and e-mail, as well as proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
$50.00 application fee (domestic)

Cost and Assistance

Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in online degree and certificate programs.

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