school of health sciences
Programs in the School of Health Sciences focus on academic excellence, innovative teaching, interprofessional education and applied learning, creating opportunities across diverse community and health care settings. Together faculty and students engage in high-profile initiatives and health science research within the Capital Region’s leading health science facilities and beyond.
Master of Science in Forensic Mental Health Forensic Mental Health Certificate of Advanced Study PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Multi-disciplinary field. Forensic Mental
Health incorporates the fields of sociology, psychology, human services, law and criminal justice.
Develop skills in diverse areas such as
behavioral health, addictions, family and mental health law and trauma-informed care.
Bridge the gap. Because of their background,
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students are able to better serve those with mental health disorders, substance abuse disorders and criminal justice system involvement.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended • Two letters of recommendation • A 1-2 page career goals essay • A current resume Deadline: Rolling admission Start date: Fall, Spring, Summer semester
WHERE CAN I GET AN EXTERNSHIP? • Law Enforcement (Local/State/Federal) • Courts (Drug/Mental Health/Veteran) • New York State Agencies: • Office of Mental Health • Office for People with Developmental Disabilities • Division of Criminal Justice Services • Department of Corrections and Community Supervision • Department of Health • Department of Justice • Sex Offender Management and Treatment Offices • Adult/Juvenile Correctional Facilities • County Mental Health • County/Federal Probation • Federal Prisoner Reentry
PROGRAM SUMMARY | Master of Science in Forensic Mental Health Courses FMH/PSY 505
Introduction to Forensic Mental Health
3 credits
FMH/PSY 510
Victimology and Victim Services
3 credits
FMH/PSY 515
Evaluation and Treatment of Adult Offenders
3 credits
FMH/PSY 520
Evaluation and Treatment of Court Involved Youth
3 credits
FMH 525
Introduction to U.S. Law for Forensic Mental Health
3 credits
FMH 527
Family and Juvenile Law
3 credits
FMH 535
Mental Health Law
3 credits
FMH 540
Externship in Forensic Mental Health
3 credits
FMH 592
Alcoholism/Drug Addiction: Vulnerabilities, Dynamics, and Problems
3 credits
PSY 575C
Abnormal Psychology for Forensic Mental Health
3 credits
Methods Course (select one) HSA 578
Analytic Methods
3 credits
SOC 550
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
3 credits
PSY 563
Behavioral Research: Methods & Analysis
3 credits
Forensic Mental Health Electives
6 credits TOTAL CREDITS
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PROGRAM SUMMARY | Forensic Mental Health Certificate of Advanced Study Courses FMH/PSY 505
Introduction to Forensic Mental Health
3 credits
PSY 575
Abnormal Psychology
3 credits
FMH/PSY 515
Evaluation and Treatment of Adult Offenders
3 credits
FMH/PSY 520
Evaluation and Treatment of Court Involved Youth
3 credits
FMH 527
Family and Juvenile Law OR FMH/LAW Mental Health Law
3 credits
FMH/LAW/PSY elective by advisement
3 credits
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TOTAL CREDITS
CONTACT:
Kimberly Brayton, J.D., Ph.D 518-244-2378 | braytk@sage.edu
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