what it takes to be a forensic psychologist?

Answer 1

Becoming a psychologist of any kind is a lengthy process. In the U.S. and Canada, most states/provinces require a doctoral degree (usually a PsyD or a PhD). That means 4-6 years after getting a bachelor's degree. A one-year internship is also required. Then passing an exam and going through a period of supervision before you actually get licensed as a psychologist.

This would be the basic process for becoming a forensic psychologist, as well. There are only a few programs where you can specialize in forensic psychology from the outset. In a more general clinical psychology program you would need to specialize through your practical work and then look for an internship which offers a forensic specialty. Alternatively, some psychologist get additional training through a Post-doc - usually an additional year or two of training after completing their doctoral degree (kind of like a residency for physicians). You can get a forensic specialty that way.

Answer 2

At the very least it would take a PhD. Check out this description

http://www2.alliant.edu/ssps/forensic/general.htm

Answer 3

i want to be one really badly! sorry, i dont know.