Forensic Case Work Certificate Program

 The Forensic Case Work Certificate Program is currently not accepting new students. 

Program Objectives

The Forensic Case Work Certificate Program provides specialized training to professionals in the fields of criminal justice, mental health, or social services.

Program Description

Course work concentrates on:

• The nature of the offender and offense
• The designated systems that treat or otherwise manage the offender
• Issues and interventions in case work
• The legal and ethical issues that confront the workers in the systems

Admissions Standards and Criteria

To apply for enrollment in the Forensic Case Work Certificate Program, a student must submit documents as outlined in the Graduate Admissions section as well as:

• An official transcript of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in human services or a related field
• A personal statement (maximum 300 words). The statement should describe your goals and reasons for applying to this program and include information about previous course work, training or work experiences related to the program. It should also discuss specifically the strengths you bring and the areas of competencies you need to develop.
• MAT/GRE/GMAT exams not required

Program Requirements

A minimum of 22 semester hours over two years of study is required. Students may elect to extend that timeframe or complete the required course work in less time. There are 50 hours of course-related field practica and 150 clock hours of internship included in the program.