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Discover the truth behind popular crime dramas and the real-world skills that are needed to stop law-breakers in their tracks when you take our popular Criminal Investigator course. Media entertainment often glamorises the work of police officers and detectives, but the fact remains that thousands of hard-working and talented people devote their careers to solving crime and catching perpetrators.
This Advanced Diploma in Criminal Investigator at QLS Level 7 course is endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme and accredited by CPDQS (with 180 CPD points) to make your skill development and career progression related to Criminal Investigation substantial and easier than ever!
You can find out exactly how professionals perform this role by studying the contents of this tutorial. Written with the aid of industry experts, each module explains the methods and principles of investigating a crime scene and acting on criminal intelligence. You will be shown the total learning curve for expert investigation work, from collecting physical evidence to DNA analysis and understanding criminal psychology. The contents even cover the requirements for operating as a private detective and how to ensure that you adhere to the UK criminal justice system during the proceedings.
Upon successful completion of the Criminal Investigation course, you will receive an instant e-certificate as proof of the comprehensive skill development and competency. Add these amazing new skills to your resume and boost your employability by simply enrolling on this Criminal Investigation course.
With this comprehensive Criminal Investigation course, you can achieve your dreams and train for your ideal career. The Criminal Investigation course provides students with an in-depth learning experience that they can work through at their own pace to enhance their professional development.
You'll get a Free Student ID card by enrolling in this Criminal Investigation course. This ID card entitles you to discounts on bus tickets, movie tickets, and library cards.
Enrolling on the Criminal Investigation course will ensure that you land your dream career faster than you thought possible. Stand out from the crowd and train for the job you want with the Criminal Investigation program.
Key Topics to Be Covered by Criminal Investigation
Fundamental requirements for crime investigation and detection
Collecting the evidence and analysing the crime scene
Understanding the use of psychology and intelligence gathering
Working with the victim and learning about criminal motives
Advance forensics and the UK criminal justice system
Why Prefer this Criminal Investigation Course?
Opportunity to earn a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme and another certificate accredited by CPDQS after completing this course
Student ID card with amazing discounts - completely for FREE! (£10 postal charges will be applicable for international delivery)
Standards-aligned lesson planning
Innovative and engaging content and activities
Assessments that measure higher-level thinking and skills
Complete the program in your own time, at your own pace
Each of our students gets full 24/7 tutor support
*** Course Curriculum ***
Here is the curriculum breakdown of this course:
Module 01: Required Skills to Become a Criminal Investigation
Definition of a Crime Investigator
Roles and Responsibilities of a Criminal Investigation
Necessary Skills of a Criminal Investigation
Thinking ProcessDecision MakingThe Investigative MindsetThe Code of Ethics
The Pathway to Becoming a Criminal Investigation
Career as a Criminal Investigation
Module 02: An Introduction to a Private Detective
What is a Private Detective?
Roles and Responsibilities of a Private Detective
Duties of a Private Investigator
Skills and Characteristics Required to be a Good Private Detective
Need and Scope of Private Detective
Dangers faced by Private Detective
Career as a Private Detective
Module 03: Criminal Intelligence
An Introduction to Intelligence
The intelligence process
National Intelligence Model: the United Kingdom
Analysis and analytical Process
Module 04: Crime Scene Investigation
Introduction
Policy Goals and Objectives
Evidence Collection
Actions of the Initial Responding Officer
Processing Methodology
Narrative Descriptions
Crime Scene Photography
Module 05: Collecting and Packaging Physical Evidence
Locating Physical Evidence
Collecting and Packaging Physical Evidence
Handling Evidence
Packaging Evidence
Biological Materials
DNA Evidence
Maintaining The Chain of Custody
Obtaining Standard/Reference Samples
Submitting Evidence To The Laboratory
Ensuring Crime Scene Safety
Module 06: Fingerprints: Your Signature
Getting a Grip on Fingerprints
Developing The Science: A Trip Through Fingerprint History
Measuring bodies: A precursor to fingerprinting
Using Ridge Patterns
Grouping by arches, loops, and whorls
Developing the Henry System
Using Chemistry to Expose Prints
Cleaning up the Print: Digital Techniques
Module 07: DNA Analysis
Overview
The Function and Structure Of DNA
DNA Identification
Collection And Preservation of DNA Evidence
Preparing DNA Samples For Fingerprinting
Summary
Module 08: Criminology and Criminal Psychology
Criminology
Definition of Crime
Types of Crime
Classification of Crime
Psychology and Criminal Psychology
Open Source of Information
Module 09: Violent Crimes and Cyber Criminology
Violence and Conflicts
Crime and Social Media
Why Cybercrime Occurs
The Dark Web
Detecting cyber attackers
Threat Analysis and Prediction
Module 10: Business Theft and fraud
Major Types of Fraud and Corruption
Identify Theft
Crime in the Corporate Sector
Corruption and Fraud in Policing
Fraud and Corruption in Times of Disaster
Module 11: Domestic Investigation and Types
Defining Domestic Abuse
Role of Investigators in Domestic Abuses
Marital cases
Divorce cases
Child Abuse
Elder Abuse
Asset investigation
Module 12: Victimology
Introduction to Victimology
A Constructive View
Expectations of the Victim
Communication of Victimisation
Module 13: Dealing with Crime
Overview
The Investigative Function
Supporting Activities
Conducting Investigations
Organization and Management
Module 14: Tracing and Surveillance Techniques
Overview
Smart Visual Surveillance
Gait Recognition
Attribute Analysis
Surveillance for Security and Defense
Module 15: Effective Interrogation Techniques
The Search for Truth
Psychophysiological Basis of Forensic Assessment
Interview vs Interrogation
Question Formulation
Nonverbal Behavioral Assessment
Module 16: Basic Operations of Firearms
Introduction
Types of Firearms
Ammunition
Laser Sights
Quality Practice
Dry Practice
GPS of Personal Defense
Module 17: Firearms Examination
Characteristics of Firearms
Ammunition
Firearms Evidence
Gunshot Residue (GSR) Analysis
Collecting Firearms Evidence
Handling of Firearms
Cartridge Cases
Bullets
Test Firing
Powder Pattern Examination
Module 18: Forensic Psychology
Introduction
Ethical Principles
Forensic Science
Module 19: The Criminal Justice System in England and Wales
Overview
What is Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice: Functions and Form
Criminal Justice In England and Wales
Serious and Organized Crime Agency (SOCA)
Aims of the Criminal Justice System
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.
180 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
This course does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. So you can enrol and start learning at your convenience. However, this could be a perfect match for,
Anyone interested in this area
People interested in Criminology and Criminal Science
Students who have recently graduated and are looking for work
Intern Lawyer planning to start practice in the criminal law court
Those who want to get professional expertise in this field
Existing professionals looking for a certificate
This course does not require any prior knowledge; everyone may participate! This course is open to anyone 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 Criminal Investigation course allows you to study at your own speed and grow a quality skillset.
The Criminal Investigation course aims to help you get the job-required know-how or even the long-awaited promotion of your dreams. With the support and proper guidance, you will learn the skills and knowledge that will help you secure a job as:
Private Investigator
Criminology
External Fraud Analyst
Internal Fraud Analyst
Criminal Psychologist
CPD Accredited Certificate
Digital certificate - £10
Advanced Diploma in Criminal Investigator at QLS Level 7
Hard copy certificate - £139
After successfully completing the Advanced Diploma in Criminal Investigator at QLS Level 7 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 -
139 GBP inside the UK
149 GBP (including postal fees) for international delivery
CPD Accredited Certificate
29 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate inside the UK
39 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate outside the UK (international delivery)