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Diploma in Forensic Psychology
Diploma in Forensic Psychology: Unravel the Mind of a Criminal
Discover the interesting world of forensic psychology and step into a career that combines psychology and criminal justice.
Understanding criminal behaviour is more crucial than ever as the crime rate continues to rise. Our Diploma in Forensic Psychology offers you an exclusive opportunity to explore the depths of the criminal mind. This comprehensive course dives into the complex relationship between psychological principles and criminal behaviour, providing a deep understanding of the minds of offenders. Designed by experts in the field, the course covers a wide range of topics, from offender profiling to the critical evaluation of psychological research.
With a focus on real-world application, this Diploma in Forensic Psychology equips you with the skills and knowledge to make a significant impact in various legal and criminal justice settings. Whether you’re aiming to start a new career or enhance your expertise in this fascinating field, our course provides a solid foundation and a clear pathway to success in forensic psychology. Your journey into the mind of a criminal starts here. Enrol today!
What Will You Learn?
Upon completion of the Diploma in Forensic Psychology, you will be able to:
Grasp the history and development of Forensic Psychology.
Understand research design and methodology in a forensic context.
Analyse and critically evaluate psychological research.
Explore comprehensive theories of offending, including sexual and violent offences.
Learn about the psychology of psychopathic offenders and mental illness in relation to crime.
Gain insights into offender profiling and its effectiveness.
Study the impact of eyewitness and expert witness testimonies in legal proceedings.
Understand interventions and strategies to reduce re-offending rates.
Diploma in Forensic Psychology Course Curriculum
Module: 01
Introduction: About the Course and the Tutor Preview
History of development of Forensic Psychology
Research Design and Methodology
Critical evaluation of psychological research
Introduction to theories of offending
Theories of sexual offending
Theories of violent offending
Module: 02
Theories of fire-setting behaviour
Personal characteristics of offenders
Psychopathic offenders
Mental Illness and offending
An Introduction to Offender Profiling
Approaches to Offender Profiling
Module: 03
The Effectiveness of Offender Profiling
Eye-witness testimony
Expert witness testimony
Attitudes towards victims
’What works’ literature in reducing re-offending
Interventions to reduce risk of re-offending
Incident management (Crisis Negotiation)
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Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements. You need to have:
Passion for learning
A good understanding of the English language
Be motivated and hard-working
Over the age of 16.
Certification
CPD Certification from The Teachers Training
Successfully completing the MCQ exam of this course qualifies you for a CPD-accredited certificate from The Teachers Training. You will be eligible for both PDF copy and hard copy of the certificate to showcase your achievement however you wish.
You can get your digital certificate (PDF) for £4.99 only
Hard copy certificates are also available, and you can get one for only £10.99
You can get both PDF and Hard copy certificates for just £12.99!
The certificate will add significant weight to your CV and will give you a competitive advantage when applying for jobs.
Career Path
This Diploma in Forensic Psychology will help you to develop your knowledge and skills to pursue different careers in the UK, such as:
Forensic Psychologist: £30,000 - £70,000 per year
Criminal Profiler: £25,000 - £70,000 per year
Legal Consultant: £35,000 - £80,000 per year
Police Consultant: £30,000 - £65,000 per year
Prison Psychologist: £25,000 - £60,000 per year
Researcher in Forensic Psychology: £30,000 - £65,000 per year