Degree Programs
Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology The forensic psychology major is designed for students who are interested in the relation-ship between psychology and the criminal justice system. The program offers training in psychological theory, research methods, and the application of psychological principles tospecific areas in the legal system. The major provides an interdisciplinary background appropriate for students who intend to pursue careers in psychology, social work, law enforcement, or other criminal justice professions. (Prerequisites, Course Descriptions, Admissions Information) Faculty Advisor: Professor Maureen O'Connor BA/MA Program Qualified undergraduate students may enter the B.A./M.A. Program and thereby graduate with both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in forensic psychology. (General Information) Director: Professor Chitra Raghavan Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology The Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology is designed to train practitioners to provide psychological services to, and within, the criminal and civil justice systems as well as to prepare students for doctoral study in psychology. The 42-credit curriculum focuses on the understanding, evaluation, and treatment of both offenders and victims. This course of study explores the role of psychology in the legal system, in criminal behavior, in the treatment of substance and alcohol abuse, and in terrorism. Through the curriculum, students are provided with an advanced understanding of psychological development and psychopathology, personality assessment, psychotherapeutic techniques, and research methods. For more information, go to FAQ. (Degree Requirements, Course Descriptions, Admissions Information) Program Director: Professor James Wulach Master of Arts in Forensic Mental Health Counseling This Program, developed within the Psychology Department, has been approved by New York State as a “license eligible” academic program. It satisfies the state’s educational requirements leadings toward professional licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, with a specialization in forensics. It develops skills in interviewing, counseling, and assessment, based upon established principles and research regarding human development, personality, psychopathology, and counseling. Students will be uniquely prepared to work towards licensure as counselors in prisons, juvenile detention centers, probation and parole agencies, and social service agencies that counsel and assess adolescents and adults at risk for criminal behavior. The program offers research opportunities for those students interested in pursuing doctoral education; as well as related courses leading to a certificate as a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). The degree requires 60 credits. For more information, see the FAQ section. (Admissions) Program Director: Professor James Wulach Doctoral Study in Forensic Psychology The Doctoral Program in Forensic Psychology of The City University of New York at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, is a doctoral subprogram within CUNY’s PhD program in Psychology. The subprogram consists of two tracks of study: Clinical and Experimental Forensic Psychology. The educational experience for both tracks is based on the scientist-practitioner model of doctoral education in psychology. (Detailed Information, CUNY Doctoral Information & Admissions) Contact: Professor Michele Galietta for Clinical Contact: Professor Steven Penrod for Experimental Doctoral Study in Criminal Justice with a Forensic Psychology concentration The Doctoral Program in Criminal Justice of The City University of New York at John Jay College, offers an interdisciplinary education in the fields of criminal justice, criminology and forensic science. The program prepares students for careers of scholarship and teaching in criminal justice and related areas. Students receive rigorous training in four core areas: criminological theory, forensic psychology, criminal justice policy, and criminal law. All students develop a concentration in at least one of these areas as well as a firm grounding in social science research methods and statistics. (General Information, Admissions Information) Contact: Paul Giovine, 212.237.8988 Addiction Studies Program The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has been authorized by the New York State Legislature to issue a Credential in Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC). To qualify for the CASAC, candidates must pass written and oral examinations after fulfilling educational and paid employment requirements.The Addiction Studies Program, offered by John Jay College, is designed to enable current and prospective counselors, personnel directors, program administrators, criminal justice professionals, health care professionals, and students to complete the educational requirement. (General Information) Contact: Professor Daniel Yalisove
Maureen O'Connor, Chairperson 445 W. 59th St. Room 2421N, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212.237.8776, Email: moconnor@jjay.cuny.edu