Forensic Behavioral Science | vlog /profession/forensic-behavioral-science Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:46:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2025/12/cropped-AlliantUniversity-Icon-FullColor-32x32.png Forensic Behavioral Science | vlog /profession/forensic-behavioral-science 32 32 What is the Difference Between Forensic Psychology vs. Psychology? /blog/forensic-psychology-vs-psychology Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:49:04 +0000 /blog/forensic-psychology-vs-psychology Coming from the Greek psyche (meaning ”soul”) and logos (meaning “study”), psychology could easily be misunderstood as a purely spiritual pursuit.1 In its earliest form, it was. For centuries, the study of the “soul” remained within philosophy and theology, but that changed when Wilhelm Wundt set up the first psychology lab at the University of […]

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]]> Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Maribel Tapia /community-highlights/alumni-spotlight-qa-maribel-tapia Wed, 27 Sep 2023 03:45:27 +0000 /community-highlights/alumni-spotlight-qa-maribel-tapia Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Maribel “Mari” Tapia California School of Forensic Studies at vlog Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science, Online Program Professional Information Crime Analyst at the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Q: How did your Alliant experience prepare you for your career path? A: My experience at Alliant prepared me for my […]

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]]> Why Do People Commit Crimes? (Nine Reasons) /blog/why-do-people-commit-crimes Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:07:19 +0000 /blog/why-do-people-commit-crimes Whether you’re interested in law and psychology careers or simply curious about human behavior, you might be wondering: Why do people commit crimes? Motivations for crime are highly complex, and they’re the subject of much research in the forensic psychology field. For instance, students pursuing their MS in forensic behavioral science spend ample time analyzing […]

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]]> 4 Law and Psychology Careers to Pursue /blog/law-and-psychology-careers Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:58:15 +0000 /blog/law-and-psychology-careers If you’re a fan of “CSI” or “Criminal Minds,” then you might be familiar with forensic psychology. However, there’s more to this field than lie detectors and body language readings. Forensic psychology is a dynamic, expansive, and fulfilling study encompassing various skills—and careers. Forensic psychology may be your ideal career field if you’re passionate about […]

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]]> Is Forensic Psychology a Good Career? Exploring 7 Skills for Success /blog/is-forensic-psychology-a-good-career Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:51:54 +0000 /blog/is-forensic-psychology-a-good-career The motives underlying a crime, the body language of a witness, and the transformation of a criminal to a citizen—forensic psychology is enthralling and captivating. This field is a vital element of the legal system as it’s the bridge between law and psychology.. However, curious students may ponder one question: Is forensic psychology a good […]

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]]> Forensic Psychology Requirements: Degrees & Licenses /blog/forensic-psychology-requirements Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:35:47 +0000 /blog/forensic-psychology-requirements What are the Forensic Psychology Requirements to Start Your Career? From witness testimonies to child custody disputes, one tenet underlies countless legal cases: forensic psychology. This field is a fascinating and necessary component of the legal system, encompassing the intersection of psychology and the law.  Suppose you have a passion for the human mind and […]

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]]> Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Jackie Woodward /community-highlights/alumni-spotlight-qa-jackie-woodward Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:29:20 +0000 /community-highlights/alumni-spotlight-qa-jackie-woodward Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Jackie Woodward  California School of Forensic Studies at vlog MS in Forensic Behavioral Science, Online Campus Professional Information Government Information Specialist at US Department of Homeland Security Q: How did your Alliant experience prepare you for your career path? A: Research was key all through my experience at Alliant. Every […]

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]]> Motivating Security Professionals for Progress /blog/motivating-security-professionals-progress Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:58:56 +0000 /blog/motivating-security-professionals-progress How higher education can reboot professional motivation. Security professionals play a crucial role in safeguarding individuals, organizations, and critical assets. Those who enter the field are often motivated by their passion to make the world safer, but staying motivated can sometimes be a challenge. Higher education can help by providing the necessary tools and knowledge […]

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]]> How Evidence-based Practices Can Help Mitigate and Prevent Violence /blog/how-evidence-based-practices-can-help-mitigate-and-prevent-violence Fri, 23 Jun 2023 01:49:17 +0000 /blog/how-evidence-based-practices-can-help-mitigate-and-prevent-violence Forensic behavioral science practitioners are primarily focused on why violence occurs, including the motives behind criminal activities. Gaining a greater understanding of the psychology behind threats and violence helps forensic behavioral scientists play a crucial role in building safer societies.  Evidence-based threat assessment and investigation are critical components of forensic behavioral science. By relying on […]

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]]> How Studying Violence Can Help Make Societies Safer /blog/how-studying-violence-can-help-make-societies-safer Wed, 17 May 2023 06:33:42 +0000 /blog/how-studying-violence-can-help-make-societies-safer Learning the fundamentals of behavioral threat assessment can help reduce violence in myriad ways. Taking a behavioral approach toward violence prevention helps all of us. Safety is a fundamental human need. Despite this, one of the significant threats to human safety in the modern world is the violence in which some humans engage. The causes […]

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]]> Alumni Story: An Interview with Schinthia Islam /community-highlights/alumni-story-interview-schinthia-islam Thu, 06 Apr 2023 03:22:02 +0000 /community-highlights/alumni-story-interview-schinthia-islam Schinthia Islam MS in Forensic Behavioral Science, Online Campus California School of Forensic Studies Schinthia Islam always had an interest in forensics, but it took time before she turned that into a career. She studied chemical engineering and biochemistry at the University of Nevada in Reno followed by a master’s in biomedical engineering at Cornell […]

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]]> Alumni Story: An Interview with Cassie Jalalpour /community-highlights/cassie-jalalpour Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:18:56 +0000 /community-highlights/cassie-jalalpour Cassandra Jalalpour MS in Forensic Behavioral Science, Online Campus California School of Forensic Studies Cassie Jalalpour didn’t plan on pursuing a career in addiction counseling when she earned her undergraduate degree in criminal justice. But an on-site internship at a women’s prison in their inpatient residential program for drug and alcohol abuse changed her mind. […]

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