Higher diploma in crimal psychology and forensic science

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Higher diploma in criminal psychology and forensic science

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Welcome to our higher level study courses. These advanced level courses are designed for students wishing to study at a higher level than our standard level 3 study programmes and are intended to suit students whom already have some background knowledge in the relative field, either from self interest, employment in the related area, or from previous study.

>> COURSE TITLE	CODE	PRICE
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY AND FORENSIC SCIENCE	HDCP1	£325
		€485*
		$585*
Designed as an advanced level course for those interested in studying towards a career at a more senior level within criminology, or perhaps work as a consultant for the private and local authority sector. Drawing on a wide range of resources and contributors, the course is intended to suit students whom already have some background knowledge in this field, either from self interest, employment in a related area, or previous study. Students on the course also receive one years' free practitioner's membership of the International Association of Independent Therapists and Practitioners (www.iaitp.co.uk). HDCP1 is a fascinating course, giving students the opportunity to gain a comprehensive and professional insight into both criminal behaviour and the criminal mind. The course examines criminal behaviour in depth, identifying the underlying causes within society, how events and experiences can shape the type of adults we later become, and why some people become criminals and others do not. Students will quickly learn the skills of criminal profiling, using numerous case studies from real life crimes and investigations. From vandalism and anti-social behaviour through to the most serious of crimes such as murder and terrorism, the course will show how psychology can help us identify the offender. Details of the topics which are covered within the course syllabus are listed below: Section A: crime detection and investigation Crime in our society Young offenders Adult crime Detecting, investigating and understanding crime The importance of evidence Forensic evidence Psychological and criminal profiles Psychology and crime detection Psychology and crime prevention Psychology and punishment Psychology and rehabilitation Section B: forensic investigation techniques What is forensic evidence? Forensic evidence and investigation Basic principles of forensic science Gathering forensic evidence Evidence protection and storage Fingerprints DNA Common forensic tests Advanced forensic tests Evidence and interpretation Section C: criminal profiling Psychological and criminal profiles Psychology and crime Suspect and victim interview techniques Crime prevention Punishment Rehabilitation Victim support Case studies

Duration: approximately 400 hours home study. Students work at their own pace, but by working 5-6 hours per week can expect to complete the course within 12-18 months.
Assessment: Continuous: 14 marked assignments

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*Guide prices: These are shown in US dollars and Euros and are intended to be used as a guide only to the equivalent rate in sterling. All enrolments are processed in sterling and as such, the actual price in US dollars and Euros will depend wholly upon the exchange rate on the actual day of processing by your card company.

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Criminal psychology and forensic science

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