Forensic Psychology!

Last April, I graduated with a Criminal Justice Associates Degree. At that time, the only options available were the avenues of corrections officer, security officer, or law enforcement officer - none of which I had really wanted to concentrate it truly. As a result, I moved to the Paralegal Studies house to get a concentration in Mediation on top of my paralegal background and experience, as well as certificate. The transiition didn’t go smoothly because I was having to take some of the same courses that I had taken throughout the years (it seems that I have gone to college for-ever!).

Got a call though back from the Criminal Justice side of the house and they now offer a concentration in forensic psychology. Perfect!!

They tout is as being an avenue to “Learn the value of psychology within the context of the criminal justice system. In this program, you will enhance your ability to identify and interact with mentally ill individuals, intervene in crisis situations, and understand the impact of crime on its victims and the community.” Well, hello????? That is perfect!!! I am the VP-PR for a mental illness awareness non-profit organization, I have been involved with crisis situations in the domestic violence shelter that I work at, and dealt with victims of crimes as an advocate through CASA, GAL, Family Eldercare, etc. It would seem that this concentration has been tailored for me in mind.

“As a graduate, you may qualify for advanced positions within police departments and law enforcement agencies, as well as opportunities in social services and the judicial system.” Again. Hello??? LOL.... I am volunteering with a police station already and the work at the shelter is considered a social services avenue as well. How perfect can that be?????

I am so psyched!!!! The new classes for me would start in November and I can hardly wait!!!!

I go forth in this new day feeling like I finally have a true direction to follow - at least, insofar as the education goes!! lol… Perhaps, everything else will soon fall into place???