1. Forensic Psychologist 11/9/15 Nina Macagnone

2. Job Description My work as a forensic psychologist is mainly relate to the assessment and treatment of criminal behaviour. I work not only with prisoners and offenders, but also other professionals involved in the judicial and penal systems, and with victims of crime. While I am involved in criminal profiling, my role stretches far beyond this. I am heavily involved in providing research-based evidence to develop policy and working practices, and I give evidence in court and advise parole boards and mental health tribunals. My work helps rehabilitate prisoners and you'll get the chance to support and train other staff.

3. Employment Opportunities and Trends Forensic psychologist employers I work in the criminal and civil justice field, where the main employer of forensic psychologists is HM Prison Service. Other recruiters include: Probation Service; NHS - in special hospitals and rehabilitation units, local forensic services and secure hospitals; universities - in research and lecturing roles; police; social services; the Home Office; private consultancy. Job vacancies HM Prison Service NHS Jobs Northern Ireland Prison Service (NIPS) Psychologist Appointments Scottish Prison Service (SPS) What will be the demand for this occupation in a couple years? Number of Jobs, 2012 160,200 Job Outlook, 2012-22 12% (As fast as average) Employment Change, 2012-22 18,700

4. Advantages and Disadvantages of Forensic Psychology Disadvantages It takes five to seven years of post-graduate education before the certification process begins In addition to the extensive education required, practitioners can put in 18-hour days and be on call at any hour Sometimes the work involves quickly-arranged travel Advantages The field is challenging and stimulating, and even offers some risk to thrill-seekers Forensic psychologists can work in the public or private sector, but the profession generally involves helping someone there is a high degree of satisfaction at the successful end of a case

5. Hours and Wages What hours are you expected to work? As a forensic psychologist I usually work 9am to 5pm, with some flexibility required. Evening and weekend work may occasionally be needed, for example if I am running groups at the weekend or in the evening but I typically work a 37-hour week. How much do you expect earn? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for forensic psychologists is about $59,440 a year. Those in the 50th percentile made anywhere from $45,300 to $77,750 annually, while those in the upper 10th percentile earned salaries exceeding $100,000 a year.

6. Working Conditions There aren’t “physical” demands as in this job puts stress on the body. But what this job may apply more stress on is the brain. In this field of work one may work 37 hours, which also entails many different kinds of cases. These cases put stress on the brain because as a forensic psychologist you are required to measure the mental competency of many different kinds of people. Where I would work… Hospitals Justice system such as in courts or in a police precinct Rehabilitation centers

7. Training and Educational requirements To become a chartered forensic psychologist you will need: Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), which you can get by completing a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree or conversion course; a BPS-accredited Masters in Forensic Psychology, which may be available on a part-time or distance-learning basis; Stage 2 of the BPS Qualification in Forensic Psychology, which involves a minimum of two years of supervised practice that requires you to provide evidence of applying psychology in forensic practice. It's possible to complete this stage while working as a trainee forensic psychologist. Professional Training work-based learning such as the maintenance of a log of cases; professional activity, e.g. mentoring, teaching or involvement in a professional body such as the British Psychological Society (BPS); attending appropriate courses provided by relevant organisations such as the BPS; self-directed learning through reading relevant literature and professional journals.

8. Related Occupations Victim Advocacy Forensic psychologists working as victim advocates provide crime survivors and their friends and family with support and legal advocacy. They provide recommendations for shelter and safety, crisis intervention, education options and preventative strategies. They may also provide ongoing support throughout court procedures Jury Consultant Forensic psychologists working as victim advocates provide crime survivors and their friends and family with support and legal advocacy. They provide recommendations for shelter and safety, crisis intervention, education options and preventative strategies. They may also provide ongoing support throughout court procedures

9. Names of Professional Associations representing this occupation American psychological Association 750 First St. NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 Telephone: (800) 374-2721; (202) 336-5500 Website: http://www.apa.org/ed/graduate/specialize/forensic.aspx American Board of Professional Psychology 600 Market Street, Suite 201, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 Telephone: 919-537-8031 Website: http://www.abpp.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3285

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