Master of Science Forensic Psychology - Mental Health Applications
Whether you want to learn more about criminal behavior, explore a new career path, or pursue doctoral-level studies, Walden’s M.S. in Forensic Psychology can help you prepare for emerging opportunities in the field.
Learn research methods to evaluate programs aimed at forensic populations, conduct forensic assessments, and work to enhance systems and programs for incarcerated and recently released offenders and other forensic populations, including juveniles.
| Concentration |
Mental Health Applications |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
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Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling - Forensic Counseling
Increasingly the legal and criminal justice systems are seeking the expert advice and skills of forensic counselors to determine the proper resolution of cases and the most effective treatment for offenders. Through this specialization, you can build your knowledge of mental health law, with a specific focus on juvenile justice and delinquency.
Enhance your competencies in conflict management and negotiation and learn how those skills can be applied to resolve conflicts in the criminal justice system. Upon completion of this specialization, you will be eligible for certification and licensure as a professional counselor with additional training in forensics.
“We are entering an era of greater collaboration within the courts and the criminal justice system and forensic counselors are vital parts of this coordinated effort to enhance the judicial process,” says Savitri Dixon-Saxon, Ph.D., associate dean, School of Counseling and Social Service. “From offering mediation assistance in child custody cases to working with offenders as they move through the system, forensic counselors have an important role to play in ensuring the best possible resolution for individuals involved in the legal system.”
| Concentration |
Forensic Counseling |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
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Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling - General
Walden is one of the only schools that offer a CACREP-accredited M.S. degree in Mental Health Counseling online. Our M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program will help prepare you to address and treat clients’ mental health needs knowledgeably, ethically, and with respect for diversity. You’ll gain the confidence, qualifications, and critical-thinking skills needed to seek licensure and apply best practices as a change agent in the counseling profession. This degree will allow you to use your knowledge immediately as a practicing professional.
The M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program includes
•Online courses focused on practical skills
•Interactive simulations where you apply your learning to real-world situations
•Face-to-face residencies that offer personal collaboration with faculty, staff, and students
•Challenging fieldwork (practicum and internship)
•Opportunities to learn from some of the world’s leaders in mental health.
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
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Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision - Forensic Mental Health
Develop the knowledge and skills to work within the legal and criminal justice systems. Gain the expertise to supervise trainees and provide traditional mental health services to individuals in a variety of forensic settings, including correctional institutions, juvenile justice courts, family courts, drug courts, and community-based nonprofit settings, such as group homes and agencies handling dispute resolution.
| Concentration |
Forensic Mental Health |
| Prereq Degree |
Master's Degree or higher. |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
| Courses |
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Forensic Psychology - Mental Health Applications
Many adult and juvenile offenders suffer from mental health issues that must be addressed if they are to return to their communities and lead productive lives. In this specialization, learn to evaluate and use traditional forms of intervention, including individual and group psychotherapy, as well as recent innovations in restorative justice. Gain the skills to work directly with individuals in correctional facilities, community mental health agencies, and through the court system.
| Concentration |
Mental Health Applications |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
| Courses |
|
Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling - Forensic Counseling
Increasingly the legal and criminal justice systems are seeking the expert advice and skills of forensic counselors to determine the proper resolution of cases and the most effective treatment for offenders. Through this specialization, you can build your knowledge of mental health law, with a specific focus on juvenile justice and delinquency.
Enhance your competencies in conflict management and negotiation and learn how those skills can be applied to resolve conflicts in the criminal justice system. Upon completion of this specialization, you will be eligible for certification and licensure as a professional counselor with additional training in forensics.
“We are entering an era of greater collaboration within the courts and the criminal justice system and forensic counselors are vital parts of this coordinated effort to enhance the judicial process,” says Savitri Dixon-Saxon, Ph.D., associate dean, School of Counseling and Social Service. “From offering mediation assistance in child custody cases to working with offenders as they move through the system, forensic counselors have an important role to play in ensuring the best possible resolution for individuals involved in the legal system.”
| Concentration |
Forensic Counseling |
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
| Courses |
|
Master of Science (M.S.) in Mental Health Counseling - General
Our M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program will help prepare you to address and treat clients’ mental health needs knowledgeably, ethically, and with respect for diversity. You’ll gain the confidence, qualifications, and critical-thinking skills needed to seek licensure and apply best practices as a change agent in the counseling profession. This degree will allow you to use your knowledge immediately as a practicing professional.
The M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program includes
* Online courses focused on practical skills
* Interactive simulations where you apply your learning to real-world situations
* Face-to-face residencies that offer personal collaboration with faculty, staff, and students
* Challenging fieldwork (practicum and internship)
* Opportunities to learn from some of the world’s leaders in mental health
| Prereq Degree |
Bachelor's Degree or higher |
| Credit Transfer Restrictions |
Credits to be evaluated for transfer from other educational institutions must meet the following criteria:
* Earned and recorded on an official transcript at a school that was accredited by a regional, professional/specialized, or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education at the time the course was completed, or from an appropriately accredited non-U.S. institution
* Earned within 10 years prior to or after matriculation, but within the time limit for earning the degree, unless noted differently
* Earned in courses posting a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher unless noted differently within Walden program requirements
There may be additional program specific transfer of credit criteria. Please contact your enrollment advisor to discuss further. |
| Courses |
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