Why Join AAPL?

AAPL is the only organization dedicated to advancing the field of forensic psychiatry.  We do this by providing continuing professional education, practice resource documents, opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practical clinical experiences through our publications and national and regional meetings, and by supporting the development of education and the encouragement for research in forensic psychiatry.

Only AAPL members have free access to our monthly Expert Series webinars.  AAPL members save an amount equivalent to their annual dues through annual meeting registration and CME participation in VAAPL.

AAPL Members Resources

  • Annual Meetings
  • Forensic Psychiatry Review Course
  • VAAPL – Virtual Continuing Education (CMEs)
  • Fellowship Programs
  • Publications
  • Careers
  • Community
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10 Reasons to Join AAPL

  1. Your Voice. Shape and influence the field of forensic psychiatry.
  2. Networking. Connect and collaborate with forensic colleagues worldwide.
  3. Discounted Rates. Receive special member registration rates for the AAPL annual meeting, forensic psychiatry board review course, and other offerings. Also, reduced membership rates for trainees and students.
  4. Learning. Access forensic psychiatry MOC self-assessment and free virtual AAPL CME presentations. Receive mailed copies of Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law (JAAPL) and AAPL Newsletter.
  5. Leadership. Join AAPL committees and pursue opportunities within AAPL’s executive council.
  6. Professional Profile. Gain visibility, award recognition, and career development opportunities.
  7. Teaching. Participate in CME presentations through AAPL committees.
  8. Mentorship. Pursue forensic mentorship opportunities.
  9. Jobs. Explore and recruit for fellowships and other employment positions that you need to fill.
  10. Funding Support. Apply for a members-only grant from the AAPL Institute for Education and Research (AIER).