How to become a Forensic Psychologist in the UK. My career journey.

Here I explain about my journey to become qualified as a Forensic Psychologist, there are other routes you can take as well it depends on what you want to achieve at the end of it.
Drop me any questions in the comments.
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[@Sheik2791]

Great advice, thank you! I've just started my undergrad in Psychology and want to go into Forensic Psychology ❤

[@kellythepsychologist]

You are welcome and wishing you the best of luck

[@melaniedamour8934]

Great video! Wish I watched this before I signed up to the degree at my age....mixed messages out there.

[@kellythepsychologist]

I know I felt exactly the same but glad it was helpful.

[@alexalcantara262]

you are amazing thank you for this

[@kellythepsychologist]

You're so welcome!

[@hopelina7]

hi Kelly, loved this video, it was very informative:) instead of doing the practitioner programme, is it possible to just do the actual doctorate? thank you:)

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, yes you can there a few unis that offer that in the UK but if you are just interested in the research element you could do a PhD.

[@jordandavidson-bint6409]

Hi, Very useful video. I am currently doing my MSc psychology degree and aim to do MSc forensic psychology next academic year. I was wondering if you could provide me with some more information regarding the practitioner doctorate, Is this getting an assistant role? is there further studying alongside?

[@kellythepsychologist]

I have just done a video to explore this, so hopefully that should answer your questions

[@pennydevereux7375]

hiya, the video was very useful, i'm currently looking into my sixth form options for september 2022, i'm looking at a level history, law and psychology with an EPQ. would that be sufficient?

[@kellythepsychologist]

it would depend on the uni you are looking at so maybe have a look at the unis requirements and work backwards from there. Kelly

[@bekahlowles]

Hi,loved the video! Was just wondering if there was much maths involved in a criminology/psychology degree and then the masters in forensic psychology? I’m interested,but after looking into some course modules they seem quite maths & statistics based.Thank you! X

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hi Rebekah, yes there is stats involved but it isn't focused on everything you do, having a basic understanding is helpful but your skills will grow with practice. Kelly

[@Educator1001]

Hey girly . This was very very insightful thank you very much . Please could you advise more about what you did through Cardiff met I didn’t fully understand

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello I have got a playlist that explains the journey more so alternatively if you check out on Cardiff Mets website it’s the practitioner programme. I hope that helps. Kelly

[@keirafortune4951]

Hi! Very informative video :) I've always been interested in criminal profiling and I was wondering if a forensic psychologist was the uk equivalent? And would I have to do a practitioner doctorate or a doctorate to become a forensic psychologist?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, it isn't exactly the same but there is definitely some profiling as part of the role but not like what is seen on films. You can do either to be qualified, it depends on the route you would like to take.

[@keirafortune4951]

@@kellythepsychologist ahh okay thankyou so much 🥰

[@jessicamawle959]

Thanks for this video, its incredibly informative. I'm currently doing Psychology and Criminology, but it is not BPS accredited. I plan on doing a MSc psychology conversion course, and then specialising in Forensic Psychology, but the government only funds one masters loan, so I would have to fund the other myself (which I would struggle to do). Would you suggest the PhD or other doctorate routes would be better in my case (where I could get further funding) ?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, it is difficult to say dependant on circumstances but there are other ways to become qualified if you were able to get an assistant or trainee psychologist post some employers will fund the training. I hope that helps.

[@debbie9229]

absolutely loved this video and it was for informative. I just wanted to ask what a-levels would be helpful to become a forensic psychologist? Thanksss.

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, I can only speak for what I did as it seemed to be applicable to my studies but it was a while ago I did english language, politics, sociology and psychology. I hope that helps. Kelly

[@daniquec6014]

Thanks for explaining. So after the MSc, it's possible to do the practitioner programme, and then do the actual doctorate to have the Dr title? Are there any advantages of doing the practitioner programme instead of stage 2 with the BPS?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Yes that is the process that I am doing. I don't really know in terms of advantages and disadvantages I think it depends on your working situation and time that you are able to allocate to studying and how quickly you want to complete it in.

[@nikiniki6407]

Thank you for sharing your video my daughter wants to study forensic psychology at uni however she didn’t take psychology will she still be able to get into this she is currently studying. A level Law sociology media and English literature

[@kellythepsychologist]

she might have to do a conversion course after her first degree which is a year long before doing an MSc

[@jessyg8635]

Hi Kelly, thank you for taking the time to make and upload the video, it is very insightful. Are you aware of any BPS accredited master's degree that can be completed online? Thank you

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, I am not I am afraid

[@thom7629]

Hi Kelly very informative video. Over lockdown I’ve had an interest in criminology and psychology and I’m now looking at forensic psychology. I don’t suppose you know if doing a course at uni would be available for me would you? I’m starting college in September and criminology for example is A-levels only which I can’t do. I don’t want to go for this one course and then be disappointed if I can’t actually end up doing it. Thanks!

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, I did Psychology and Criminology and went inform Forensic Psych but I think you can just do Psychology the main thing if you want to become qualified is for it to be recognised by the BPS.

[@Sofia__901]

And Counselling Psychologist (the training I am doing) x

[@kellythepsychologist]

Yes, another great type of Psychology. Sorry for missing it! :)

[@IshaanDeo]

Hey, loved the video. It was very informative and helpful. I was just wondering if Forensic Psychology is a good career option for International students. I'm currently pursuing Psychology honours Bachelor's degree and was looking for options in the field of Forensic Psychology. What would you suggest?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hey, I am really not sure, one thing I would suggest is whatever country you want to practice in to ensure that your degree would be recognised there.

[@IshaanDeo]

@@kellythepsychologist Alright. Thanks a lot!

[@lucamuss6113]

Hello, i found your video really helpful because I'm willing to start studying forensic psychology this year, what kind of jobs you can do while you're studying as a forensic psychology to improve your CV?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hey Luca, the jobs that I mention in this I think can be really helpful but there are lots of charities that work with individuals who may be at risk of offending or have offended which could be good as well.

[@abigailsweet507]

Was you interviewed for your masters? I'll be applying for a forensic psychology masters soon and some of the universities have stated that they interview candidates. I was just wondering if you could tell me a bit about the interview and how to prepare?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hi Abigail, yes I was interviewed I would say have a look at the syllabus to know what sort of thing you will be covering but also think about the personal skills you would have to use. Kelly

[@Leahbb4571]

How do you find working whilst studying for a doctorate? How long do you think it will take you? Did you find it relatively easy to find a placement to gain experience after your masters?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hi Leah, working and studying was a lot of delicate balancing it is do-able definitely but it is worth considering your own circumstances and how much you can study whilst still having a life. I didn't get placements, I was employed so I can't comment on if it would be hard or difficult to get placements but I know in the UK more and more places are offering forensic trainee roles.

[@balencigi]

What is a professional doctorate and how can we find it ??

[@kellythepsychologist]

If you have a google there are a number of different ones in UK that you could apply too.

[@lisetepinzon6220]

Hi Kelly! I would like know about which route I can do to I become Forensic Psychologist! I am Chartered Psychologist , my formation was in Brazil (Graduate, Postgraduate and Master in Clinical Psychologist). I not have still experience here in UK. Is there a route that I don't need to do Doctorate? Which are the routes that HCPC offers to become Forensic Psychologist in my case?? Thank you so much! Lisete.

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hi Lisete, I am not sure but there may be a way that the HCPC would convert your studies in Brazil but it would be best to check with them directly, I wish you all the best. Kelly

[@zoeesther797]

I’m 17 thinking of becoming a forensic psychologist in the future. I was wondering if you do a duo degree e.g. psychology and criminology, would that be a disadvantage or seen as not as eligible as someone who only did psychology because you didn’t learn all of the psychology topics? or would psychology and criminology look better when applying for forensic psychology.

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, I think it depends on what area you want to go in and if the degree is recognised by the appropriate governing bodies.

[@ichisprouse8533]

Can i work abroad as a forensic Psychologist even if i graduated from other country?

[@zoeesther797]

would also like to know this if anyone knows ?

[@kellythepsychologist]

yes there are definitely international opportunities as long as the country you want to move to recognises your qualification.

[@paulinthepages]

Hi. I'm thinking of doing a forensic psychology degree. How do you find the work/life balance as a forensic psychologist? Do you often have to take lots of work home? Thanks :-)

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hi Paul, it is a balancing act but I think it is important to find the things that help you to relax and to focus on those areas. Supervision is something which is so important in this area as well to help you. Kelly

[@jasmineleather6756]

How long did this take you ? And what was the financial situation like?

[@kellythepsychologist]

Hello, it took me 11 years but I worked between so I could fund it, there are some funding options as well such as career development loans.

[@emma-leighdennis2690]

Do you need to have a driving license to be a forensic psychologist? - im medically exempt

[@kellythepsychologist]

As far as I am aware it is not a prerequisite

[@martamiko3050]

why are you whispering?

[@kellythepsychologist]

this is my voice