Forensic Psychology and Mental Health

The course, accredited by the BPS, targets people heading into forensic mental health work, justice-system roles or chartered forensic psychology. It examines how culture, gender and sexuality influence forensic environments. Hands-on training covers hazard assessment, formulating cases and conducting work responsibly. Content includes psychiatric conditions, professional conduct, managing dangers, research approaches and legal structures. The focus is offending linked to psychiatric illness in secure hospital settings. Applicants need Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership status for the qualification to count towards professional training. Graduates typically move towards forensic mental health services, criminal justice roles or further study towards chartered status. The course suits learners who want to combine clinical understanding with forensic practice and risk work. Students finish with applied skills in case work.