Certificate in Criminal Justice & Criminology
The Certificate in Criminal Justice & Criminology delivers an introduction to the world of criminology and law to help you develop an understanding of criminal psychology and how psychology is used in law enforcement and crime prevention. You will also be introduced to legal terminology and discover how modern science and forensics can be applied in law and how it can be used to solve crime.
Duration
Approximately 300 hours to complete the course, which has 3 key modules made up of 27 subjects.
Entry Requirements
There are no prerequisites to complete this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend, printed information in English, and to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.
Certificate
Upon completion of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Statement of Attainment for each module completed.
Delivery
Online, flexible learning when it suits you and your lifestyle.
Availability of Content
12 months to access the course content (extensions are considered on a case-by-case basis)
Approximately 300 hours to complete the course, which has 3 key modules made up of 27 subjects.
There are no prerequisites to complete this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend, printed information in English, and to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.
Upon completion of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Statement of Attainment for each module completed.
Online, flexible learning when it suits you and your lifestyle.
12 months to access the course content (extensions are considered on a case-by-case basis)
Summary
The Certificate in Criminal Justice & Criminology delivers an introduction to the world of criminology and law to help you develop an understanding of criminal psychology and how psychology is used in law enforcement and crime prevention. You will also be introduced to legal terminology and discover how modern science and forensics can be applied in law and how it can be used to solve crime.
Course Outline
Students will undertake 3 Key Modules, made up of 27 subjects.
Module 1: Criminal Psychology (100 hours)
Designed to provide a fascinating insight into the mind of the criminal and what makes someone commit criminal offences, this module will look into the many different theories and approaches to understanding the origins of criminal behaviour, from social learning theories, to labelling theory, to individual differences. It is important to understand different theories in order to nurture a broad understanding of how crime is conceptualised. Once this is in place you can better understand the thoughts and behaviours of criminals and people who cross the boundary of what is considered acceptable in society. You will gain an understanding of criminal psychology and how psychology is used in law enforcement and crime prevention.
Module 2: Legal Terminology (100 hours)
This module aims to increase your understanding of legal terminology, which is useful for people in a variety of professions, from paralegals, to legal assistants and receptionists, to law enforcement officers, writers and journalists, campaigners and activists, to authorised government inspectors and officers. It’s also beneficial to those looking to improve their understanding of the government and the community.
Module 3: Introduction to Forensics (100 hours)
A perfect introduction to the scope and nature of forensic science; from how modern science can be applied in law, to how it can help to solve crimes. Discover how it draws on principles and methods from traditional sciences as well as specific forensic science techniques, such as anthropometry, fingerprinting, and blood stain analysis. Learn how evidence gathered using scientific principles is then prepared for submission in courts, to be presented impartially, to help uncover the truth.
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Assessment
Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving onto the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required, so that you get the most out of your course. You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments.
Approval & Recognition
The Learning Group is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.
Who will this course interest?
This course is a beginner level course and will lay a sound foundation of knowledge and skills in which can grow with experience and further study. Whether you work in the criminal justice system or in social work, or if you are interested to learn more about crime prevention and law enforcement, this course will help you level up and strengthen your knowledge and experience.
This course may be of interest to people working, or aspiring to work in or as:
› Welfare officers
› Youth workers
› Social workers
› Security Professions
› Law enforcement
› Crime Prevention
› Prison Guards
If you have a specific job in mind, it is important that you research exactly what is required before enrolling in a course. Different roles will require different skills, qualifications and recognition. If you are unsure, one of our course consultants will be able to help you with this.