Forensic Science & Criminology Course

Forensic Science and Criminology are essential disciplines that provide a deep understanding of criminal behaviour and the justice system.

This course offers comprehensive insights into the psychological factors influencing offending and the methods used to investigate and manage crime. By exploring various theories of offending, including sexual, violent, and fire-setting behaviours, learners will gain a thorough understanding of what drives individuals to commit crimes.

The curriculum also explores the personal characteristics of offenders, such as personality disorders and psychopathy, and how mental illness can influence criminal behaviour.

In addition to offender profiling, the course examines the effectiveness of such profiles and the critical role of eye-witness and expert witness testimonies in the justice system. This knowledge is crucial for reducing the risk of re-offending and improving criminal investigations and incident management strategies.

Criminology complements the forensic science component by focusing on the broader context of criminal psychology and the criminal justice system. Learners will learn about the classification of crimes, from violent crimes to the specifics of crime scene analysis. Victimology and the influence of mental disorders on criminal behaviour are also covered, providing a holistic view of the factors at play in criminal activities. Understanding the criminal justice system in England and Wales is pivotal, as it offers insights into how crime is dealt with legally and the various approaches to reducing re-offending.

By the end of this course, learners will have a well-rounded knowledge base to pursue careers in forensic psychology, criminal justice, and related fields.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the psychological theories of offending and criminal behaviour.
• Analyse the personal characteristics and mental health issues of offenders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of offender profiling techniques.
• Gain knowledge of the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
• Apply research methodologies to assess and reduce re-offending rates.

★ Courses we are offering with Forensic Science & Criminology ★

► QLS Endorsed Courses:

1. Forensic Science Level 3
2. Criminology Diploma Level 5

► CPD Accredited Courses:

1. Criminal Law
2. Crime Analysis : Criminal Behaviour
3. Criminal Psychology Course Level 3
4. Criminal Profiling
5. Crime Scene Investigator
6. Criminal Intelligence Analyst
7. Forensic Psychology and Offender Profiling
8. Forensic Scientist
9. Accident investigation
10. Emotional Intelligence and Human Behaviour

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

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Course Curriculum of Forensic Science & Criminology:

Forensic Science

• Interventions to reduce risk of re-offending
• History of development of Forensic Psychology
• Research Design and Methodology
• Critical evaluation of psychological research
• Introduction to theories of offending
• Theories of sexual offending
• Theories of violent offending
• Theories of fire-setting behaviour
• Personal characteristics of offenders
• Personality disordered offenders
• Psychopathic offenders
• Mental Illness and offending
• An Introduction to Offender Profiling
• Approaches to Offender Profiling
• The Effectiveness of Offender Profiling
• Eye-witness testimony
• Expert witness testimony
• Attitudes towards victims
• ’What works’ literature in reducing re-offending
• Incident management (Crisis Negotiation)
• Introduction: About the Course and the Tutor

Criminology Diploma

• Module 01: Understanding Criminal Psychology
• Module 02: Influence of Mental Disorders
• Module 03: Classification of Crime
• Module 04: Violent Crimes
• Module 05: The Crime Scene
• Module 06: Dealing with Crime
• Module 07: Victimology
• Module 08: The Criminal Justice System in England and Wales

Those who want to strengthen their skills while training for the desired job should take advantage of the Forensic Science & Criminology training!

No formal entry requirements for Forensic Science & Criminology course!

• Forensic Psychologist: £34,000 - £60,000
• Criminal Justice Administrator: £25,000 - £40,000
• Crime Scene Investigator: £20,000 - £35,000
• Victim Support Officer: £18,000 - £30,000
• Crisis Negotiator: £30,000 - £45,000

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