ABOUT THE COURSE
YOUR CAREER IN CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY
Welcome to the captivating field of Criminal Psychology! If you're intrigued by the human mind and fascinated by the complexities of criminal behaviour, then this course is your gateway to an enriching and impactful career. Criminal psychology delves into the intricate interplay between psychology and the criminal justice system, offering insights into the minds of offenders and victims alike.
Throughout this program, you'll explore a diverse range of topics, including forensic psychology, criminal profiling, risk assessment, and the psychology of criminal behaviour. You'll learn how to analyse crime scenes, evaluate offender motives, and contribute to criminal investigations and court proceedings.
Led by experienced psychologists and criminal justice experts, our course provides a comprehensive understanding of the theories and methodologies underlying criminal psychology. With hands-on training, case studies, and practical exercises, you'll develop the skills and expertise needed to make a meaningful difference in the field.
Whether you aspire to work in law enforcement, corrections, victim advocacy, or forensic psychology, this course equips you with the knowledge and qualifications to pursue various career paths in criminal psychology. Join us as we embark on this journey to unravel the mysteries of the human psyche and contribute to a safer and more just society. Your career in criminal psychology awaits!
STUDY DURATION:
In this course, you can learn at your own pace, without any fixed due dates or deadlines. You study whenever you have the time and feel motivated to do so. The course typically takes around 200 hours to complete from beginning to end, and most students graduate within 12 months.
STUDY METHOD：
100% Online
START DATE:
Intake is open now.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This certificate opens up the gateway for you to seek employment in various businesses, some career outcomes may require further training and /or qualifications.
- Counsellor
- Legal Assistant
- Welfare Officer
- Youth Worker
CORE MODULES
1. Criminal Psychology
- Introduction to Criminal Psychology
- Psychological approaches to understanding crime
- Psychology and understanding serious crimes
- Mental Disorder and Crime 1 – Learning disabilities and crime
- Mental Disorder and Crime 2 - Psychopathy
- Gender and Crime
- Youth and Crime
- Psychology and the Police
- Psychology in the Courtroom
- Psychology and Crime Prevention
2. Introduction to Forensics Science
- Nature of Forensic Science
- Forensic Science & Law
- Evidence Collection
- Analysis of Evidence
- Specialist Forensic Services
- Criminology
- Psychological Disorders & Crime
- Criminal Profiling & Intelligence
- Presenting Evidence in Court
- Ethical Issues
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ABOUT US
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Our founders have a combined 30 years of expertise in education and training and have joined forces to deliver high-quality, low-cost education to anyone wishing to advance their career.
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