Toxicology originated in the study of poisons. The most important early works were published in the early 1800's, but training depended upon the apprenticeship system before 1900, which perhaps stiill is the major source of supply for trained toxicologists. Little emphasis was placed on academic training before establishment of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Toxicologists are employed in industry, government, educational institutions, and in private practice. The article provides a model curriculum for a bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. program in forensic toxicology. Suggestions for determining course prerequisites, areas of specialization, and other academic concerns are presented. Fourteen references are supplied.