Forensic Science and Profiling Diploma

Forensic Science and Profiling is the study of tracing evidence at a crime scene or scene of mishap with the intention of collecting information for further investigation. The meaning of the term ‘Forensic’ is ‘information that can be used as evidence in the court of law’. The imprints of an act, left behind by some criminals, suggest to what may have actually happened and may also point to the person or people involved in the act of crime.

Discovering patterns between information and the links of these patterns to people is the process involved in Forensic profiling. Eventually, this proves helpful in the identification of the victim or the perpetrator of a particular incident.

The subject matter of Forensic science that applies science to matters related to law will be looked into in the Forensic Science and Profiling Diploma course. In the scenes and cases involving criminal procedures, there is active involvement of forensic scientists for searching and examining any traces that may prove to be useful in establishing a connection between a person suspected for the crime with the crime scene and the victim. These traces mainly include blood, other body fluids, hair, clothes, marking of weapons, etc. Materials like paint, glass, footwear, tool and tyre marks, flammable substances used to start fire and many more such may also be included.

Forensic Science and Profiling is an interesting subject and provides various career opportunities to those people who are well trained and qualified. The study of the psychology of the perpetrator or the offender is an interesting and fascinating subject and due to its popularity among those interested in the subject or those studying in the area of Criminal Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Criminology and Forensic Science; is included as part of the course.

With the increase in crime rates in cities and many offenders hiding from the law, experts in the field of Forensic Science and Profiling are always in demand. The service of Forensic Science experts are always required by law enforcing agencies as well as the court of law. There is also a great demand for professionals dealing with hard facts and evidence collected through objective and scientific methods. Valuable insight into the intricate world of Forensic Science and Profiling is provided by this course.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to Forensic Science

2. Forensics

3. The History of Fingerprints

4. Forensic Odontology

5. Crime Scene – Murder

6. Poisons

7. Psychological Profiling, Including a Brief History of Profiling

8. A Profile of the Organised Perpetrator/Offender

Forensic Science and Profiling is an interesting subject and provides various career opportunities to those people who are well trained and qualified. The study of the psychology of the perpetrator or the offender is an interesting and fascinating subject and due to its popularity among those interested in the subject or those studying in the area of Criminal Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Criminology and Forensic Science; is included as part of the course.

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Taking this course will offer assistance to those who aim to follow a career in Forensic Science and even those who wish to pursue it just as a hobby.

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Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included