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Forensic Psychology - CPD Accredited
Thames College

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Price
£125 inc VAT
Or £41.67/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
80 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
200 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - Free
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Overview

Forensic psychology is a specialised branch of psychology that bridges the gap between psychological principles and the criminal justice system. It plays a significant role in understanding criminal behaviour, preventing crime, and supporting rehabilitation efforts. As crime rates evolve and the justice system faces new challenges, the need for professionals who can analyse criminal patterns, assess offenders, and provide expert advice is more critical than ever.

Why Should People in the UK Learn About Forensic Psychology?

  • The reoffending rate in England and Wales remains high, with 25% of adult offenders reoffending within a year of release (Ministry of Justice).
  • Forensic psychology contributes to reducing crime and improving public safety, supporting initiatives such as offender rehabilitation.
  • Employment opportunities in the criminal justice sector are growing, with a 6% increase in forensic-related roles projected over the next five years.

This course covers a wide range of topics, from understanding offending theories and violent behaviours to evaluating testimony reliability and offender profiling techniques. It equips learners with the ability to examine behaviours scientifically, make informed assessments, and recommend interventions that improve the justice system's outcomes. By addressing subjects like re-offending risk, fire-setting behaviours, and sexual and violent offending, the course prepares students to work with offenders, victims, and legal professionals alike.

Furthermore, it explores research methods and psychological theories, which are essential for developing evidence-based practices in forensic settings. With a growing focus on crime prevention and rehabilitation across the UK, professionals trained in forensic psychology are highly valued for their ability to deliver practical solutions to societal issues.

★ Courses we are offering with Forensic Psychology ★

  1. Forensic Psychology and Profiling Course
  2. Criminal Intelligence Analyst
  3. Accident Investigation
  4. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Training
  5. Criminology and Police Investigations
  6. Financial Investigator
  7. Criminal Law
  8. Criminal Investigation
  9. Paralegal Training
  10. Witness Investigation
  11. Legal Advisor Training
  12. Financial Investigator
  13. Crime Scene Investigator
  14. Security Management
  15. Human Rights
  16. Career Development Plan Fundamentals
  17. Networking Skills for Personal Success
  18. Boost Your Confidence and Self-Esteem
  19. Practical Time Management Masterclass
  20. Training For Anxiety & Stress Management

Certificates

CPD

200 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

Forensic Psychology and Profiling Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Reducing the Risk of Re-Offending
  • Module 02- History of Forensic Psychology
  • Module 03: Research Methods in Forensic Psychology
  • Module 04: Theories of Offending
  • Module 05: Sexual and Violent Offending
  • Module 06: Fire-Setting Behaviour
  • Module 07: Offender Profiling
  • Module 08: Effectiveness of Offender Profiling
  • Module 09: Eye-Witness and Expert Witness Testimony
  • Module 10: Reducing Re-Offending and Incident Management

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals aspiring to work in criminal justice, rehabilitation, or offender profiling.
  • Professionals in law enforcement, counselling, or mental health seeking to expand their knowledge of forensic psychology.
  • Students with a background in psychology, criminology, or social sciences aiming to specialise in forensic fields.
  • Anyone interested in understanding criminal behaviours, crime prevention, and justice system improvements.

Requirements

This Forensic Psychology course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn.

Career path

  • Forensic Psychologist – Average salary: £34,000 - £60,000
  • Criminal Psychologist – Average salary: £30,000 - £50,000
  • Probation Officer – Average salary: £27,000 - £40,000
  • Rehabilitation Case Manager – Average salary: £28,000 - £45,000
  • Offender Behaviour Specialist – Average salary: £30,000 - £50,000
  • Prison Counsellor – Average salary: £25,000 - £45,000

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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