Program Details
Learn how to help victims and first responders with this PhD in Forensic Psychology concentrating on Victimology. While most Forensic Psychology programs focus on offender behavior, this degree allows you to help those experiencing firsthand or vicarious traumatization.
Classes in this degree program examine stress disorders and treatment models. Students will learn how law enforcement may experience trauma from working closely with victims. This online Forensic Psychology degree program has two tracks: Track I is available to students with a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology; Track II is a pathway for students with a master’s degree in an unrelated field.
Topics of study within the Victimology program include:
- Treatment of forensic populations
- Family violence
- Stress and coping
- Vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
Mostly OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Walden University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Master DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Additional Materials May Be Requested, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- This program requires at least two on-campus residencies.
Restricted States
Idaho, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota