Becoming a Member of SVPA Division II (Forensic Psychology) 

1. Earned Doctorate from an APA-approved psychology program, or equivalent
2. Internship in psychology from an APA-approved program, or equivalent
3. Member, American Psychological Association (APA) or California Psychological Association (CPA)
4. California State Licensure as a Psychologist
5. 5 years postdoctoral experience
6. Specific forensic experience as defined by meeting any one of criteria A through D

A.  Diplomate (ABPP) status in forensic psychology
B.  1800 hours supervised forensic experience
C.  2 years work experience in a forensic setting, which may include forensic psychology practice or
D.  Have made a recognized contribution to forensic psychology

• Meets criteria 1, 2, 3, and 4 above; in process of working to meet criteria 5 and 6

• Meets criteria 1, 2, and 3 above; in process of working to meet criteria 4, 5, and 6

• Matriculated in an APA-approved doctoral program in psychology, or equivalent; in process of working to meet criteria 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6