Interrogations and Confessions Psychology

Have you ever thought about how crime investigators handle a gruesome crime scene? Did you ever want to understand the mind of a criminal? Interrogations and confessions psychology help make sense of crime, criminalisation, criminals and victims. So if you’re interested in becoming an expert crime investigator while you learn about how to solve notorious cases, then this is the right course for you. Enrol today to develop skills and knowledge to drive your career forward and get ahead of the curve!

This Level 3 Interrogations And Confessions Psychology course is endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme and accredited by CPD (with 120 CPD points) to make your skill development and career progression substantial and easier than ever!

The course is broken down into several in-depth modules to provide you with the most convenient and rich learning experience possible. This course helps make sense of crime, criminalisation, criminals and victims. Through this criminology and psychology course, you will develop an understanding of the various aspects of English Law on confessions, such as how to record confession, the concept of interrogation and the factors affecting interrogation based on the interrogation system in the UK. Moreover, throughout this Criminal Psychology course, you will go through several research and study papers to equip you with real-life experience of how complex cases have been investigated and solved. Besides, this Criminology and Psychology course prepares you to demonstrate how to evaluate and analyse confessions made by criminals and why the suspects confess about their crime at a particular time. Similarly, you will learn the tactics of conducting interviews of suspects and utilise the statistical data from the inquiry reports. On the contrary, after completing this course, you'll be able to question and develop your own beliefs and understandings about crime and harm.

Please note that this course does not entitle you to join the HCPC register or recognised Practitioner Psychologists. But you will come across all the basic guidelines of Psychology to boost and shine your knowledge in this particular field of Psychology.

What will I learn from this course?

• An overview of the English law on confession
• Develop the research expertise to investigate crime and criminal justice data, applying technical skills to appraise evidence carefully
• The interrogation system in Britain
• Fundamentals of the royal commission research
• Identify ‘oppressive’ police interviewing tactics in Britain
• Theories of the reason for confession by suspects
• Psychological assessment of false confession
• Effects of drugs and alcohol upon the reliability of testimony interrogation techniques and miscarriages of justice

On top of everything, you will get a certificate that includes 120 CPD points which will help make a mark for yourself in the competitive job market. This certificate will also help create an impression of self-reliance and dedication that will surely attract prospective employers to prioritise your job application. Enrol today to open doors towards infinite career opportunities.

Experts created the course to provide a rich and in-depth training experience for all students who enrol in it. Enrol in the course right now and you'll have immediate access to all of the course materials. Then, from any internet-enabled device, access the course materials and learn when it's convenient for you.

Start your learning journey straight away with this Interrogations And Confessions Psychology course and take a step toward a brighter future!

Why Prefer this Course?

• Opportunity to earn a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme and another certificate accredited by CPD after completing this course
• Student ID card with amazing discounts — completely for FREE! (£10 postal charges will be applicable for international delivery)
• Standard-aligned lesson planning
• Innovative and engaging contents and activities
• Assessments that measure higher-level thinking and skills
• Complete the Interrogations And Confessions Psychology program in your own time, at your own pace
• Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)

****Course Curriculum****

Here is the curriculum breakdown of the course:

Module 1:The English Law on Confessions

• Police Training Manuals
• The Reid Technique
• The Format and Recording of the Confession
• The Context of the Interrogation
• How Things Can Go Wrong During Interrogation

Module 2: Interrogation in Britain

• Irving’s Studies
• Softley’s Study
• Walsh’s Study
• Research at the University of Kent
• Baldwin’s Study

Module 3: The Royal Commission Research: Persons at Risk amid Police Custody

• The 1993 Royal Commission Study by Gudjonsson and Colleagues
• Who Confesses?
• Detainees’ Legal Rights

Module 4: Identifying ‘Oppressive’ Police Interviewing Tactics in Britain

• Interview Tactics
• Suspects’ Responses
• Methodological Issues
• Statistical Procedures

Module 5: Theories of Reason of Confession by Suspects

• Factors Inhibiting Confession
• Theoretical Models of Confession
• How Important Are Confessions?
• How Commonly Do Suspects Confess?
• Factors Associated with Admissions and Denials

Module 6: The Psychological Assessment of False Confession

• Definitions of False Confession
• The Frequency of False Confessions
• False, Retracted and Disputed Confessions
• The Innocent Pleading Guilty
• The Broader Context of False Confessions
• The Causes of False Confessions
• Theoretical Implications of the Different Types of False Confession

Module 7: The Effects of Drugs and Alcohol Upon the Reliability of Testimony Interrogation Techniques and Miscarriages of Justice

• The Effects of Intoxication and Withdrawal
• Miscarriages of Justice

• Studies of Miscarriages of Justice
• Some Notorious British Cases

Assessment Process

We offer an integrated assessment framework to make the process of evaluation and accreditation for learners easier. You have to complete the assignment questions given at the end of the course and score a minimum of 60% to pass each exam. Our expert trainers will assess your assignment and give you feedback after you submit the assignment.

You will be entitled to claim a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme after you have completed all of the exams.

Show off Your New Skills With a Certification of Completion

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully completing the course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —

• 89 GBP inside the UK
• 99 GBP (including postal fees) for international delivery

Certification Accredited by CPD

Upon finishing the course, you will receive an accredited certification that is recognised all over the UK and also internationally. The pricing schemes are —

• 10 GBP for Digital Certificate
• 29 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate inside the UK
• 39 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate outside the UK (international delivery)

Is This Interrogations And Confessions Psychology Course Right for You?

This course is tailored towards the student who has ambitions to work within the criminal justice system. This course allows you to combine the knowledge of criminology with modern scientific methods of psychology to understand criminal behaviours and their effects. However, this course can be enrolled by anyone of any academic background from any location in the world.

The Interrogations And Confessions Psychology software does not require any prior knowledge; everyone may participate! This Interrogations And Confessions Psychology course is open to anyone who is interested in learning from anywhere in the world.

Every student must be over the age of 16 and have a passion for learning and literacy.

This 100% online course can be accessed from any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone. This course allows you to study at your own speed and grow a quality skillset.

Enrolling on this course may lead you to the following career paths:

• Loss Prevention Officer
• Private Investigator
• Correctional Officer
• Jury Consultant
• Probation Officer
• Police Detective
• Clinical Social Worker

And many more!

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