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Forensic Nursing. Forensic nursing as a specialty began in 1992, when the IAFN was founded in Minneapolis. The founders, who worked primarily with victims of sexual assault, recognized a growing need for practicing nurses whose expertise could provide a bridge between medicine and law enforcement.raining. The starting point for a career in forensic nursing is becoming a registered nurse. This requires an associate or bachelor's degree, which takes two to four years, then passing the National Council Licensure Examination for RNs. The next step is formal training in forensics.
Q: How long does it take to get a degree in forensic psychology? A: The time duration for each degree program in forensic psychology varies. A bachelor degree in forensic psychology takes around four years to complete. On the other hand, a master's degree in forensic psychology takes two years to complete.Short courses in this field can be completed in 6 to 8 months.: The time duration for each degree program in forensic psychology varies. A bachelor degree in forensic psychology takes around four years to complete. On the other hand, a master's degree in forensic psychology takes two years to complete. Short courses in this field can be completed in 6 to 8 months.