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Level 7 Criminal Law & Police - QLS Endorsed
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Free QLS Level 7 Endorsed Certificate | 180 CPD Points | 24x7 Access Expert Support

Summary

Price
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Study method
Online
Duration
613 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
12 months
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
180 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Assessment details
  • Assignment (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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This comprehensive course provides an in-depth exploration of criminal law and policing, equipping students with a thorough understanding of the principles, procedures, and ethical considerations within the criminal justice system.

What you'll learn
  • Principles and elements of criminal law
  • History of policing and the roles of police officers
  • Types of criminal offences and legal defences
  • Legal procedures involved in criminal trials
  • Rights of defendants and the sentencing process
  • Appeals process in criminal law
  • Ethical issues in criminal law and policing
Who the course is for
  • Open to all with no formal entry requirements
  • Suitable for students, legal professionals, law enforcement personnel, and anyone interested in the criminal justice system
  • Beneficial for those seeking careers in fields such as criminal law, paralegal work, criminal intelligence, and prosecutions
Key features
  • Suitable for learners wanting flexibility
  • Includes automated assessment system with instant feedback and certification
Skills & outcomes
  • Skills-based course designed to build practical knowledge in criminal law and policing
  • Successful completion earns a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme
  • Provides 180 CPD points

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Overview

“What is crime?” —Violation of law, right? What is law, then? — a set of pre-defined sentences to prevent ‘crime’? Well, as you can see, defining ‘law’ and ‘crime’ can be confusing. Won’t you love to let your confusion go away?

At One Education, we provide a comprehensive programme to help you understand the fundamentals of criminal law and police procedures. Our course includes topics such as criminal law, criminal procedure, evidence, investigation and arrest, police powers, and police ethics. We also cover criminal sentencing, the juvenile justice system, civil rights, and constitutional issues.

Our course is ideal for anyone looking to gain an understanding of the criminal justice system. It is suitable for students, legal professionals, law enforcement personnel, and anyone interested in learning more about this vital area of law.

By taking our course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of criminal law, police procedures, and the legal system. You will learn how to interpret and apply criminal laws, investigate and prosecute criminal cases, and protect individuals' civil rights. Additionally, you will learn how to communicate effectively with law enforcement personnel, understand the ethical considerations of the criminal justice system, and recognise the importance of police accountability.

Course Outcomes

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and elements of criminal law
  • Describe the history of policing and the roles of police officers
  • Explain the various types of criminal offences and legal defenses
  • Analyze the legal procedures involved in criminal trials
  • Assess the rights of defendants and the sentencing process
  • Explain the appeals process in criminal law
  • Examine the ethical issues in criminal law and policing

We offer a variety of flexible learning options to suit your needs. Our course is available online and can be taken at your own pace. We also offer instructor-led live sessions that provide an interactive learning environment.

Enrol now to start your journey to Criminal Law & Policing.

Meet the Endorsement

The Quality Licence Scheme has been designed specifically to recognise high-quality courses. This Criminal Law & Police course materials are recognised by Quality Licence Scheme (QLS). This ensures the deep research and quality resource allocation behind the development phase of the course. In addition, the QLS certificate enriches your CV and recognises your quality study on the relevant subject.

Meet the Accreditation

CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accreditation assure the Criminal Law & Police course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and upto date.

Expert Support

Dedicated tutor support and 24/7 customer support are available to all students with this premium quality course.

Key Benefits

  • Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
  • Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
  • Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)

Achievement

Assessment details

Assignment

Included in course price

CPD

180 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This course will provide a comprehensive overview of criminal law and policing. Students will gain a better understanding of the principles and elements of criminal law and the roles of the police. Students will learn about the history of policing, the different types of police agencies, and the responsibilities of police officers. Students will also explore the various criminal offences and the legal procedures involved in criminal trials. The course will also cover the rights of defendants, the sentencing process, and the appeals process. Additionally, the course will cover the ethical issues surrounding criminal law and police work, such as using force, racial profiling, and the death penalty.

Course Topics

  1. Overview of Criminal Law
  • Definition of criminal law
  • Basic principles of criminal law
  • Elements of a crime
  • Types of criminal offences
  • Legal defences
  1. History of Policing
  • History of policing in the United States
  • International policing
  • Types of police agencies
  1. Responsibilities of Police Officers
  • Duties of police officers
  • Police ethics
  • Police use of force
  • Racial profiling
  1. Criminal Procedure
  • Arrest and detention
  • Bail
  • Search and seizure
  • Right to counsel
  1. Criminal Trials
  • Plea bargaining
  • Jury selection
  • Pretrial motions
  • Testifying in court
  1. Sentencing
  • Types of sentences
  • Sentencing guidelines
  • Mitigating factors
  1. Appeals
  • Grounds for appeal
  • Appellate process
  • Writs of habeas corpus
  1. Ethical Issues in Criminal Law and Policing
  • Death penalty
  • Police misconduct
  • Racial disparities in the justice system

Course Assessment

To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.

When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.

Certificate of Achievement

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully completing the Criminal Law & Police course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their achievement.

CPD Accredition

After successfully completing this Criminal Law & Police course, you will qualify for the CPD accredited certificate from One Education. Certification is available in both PDF & hardcopy format, which can be received by paying —

  • PDF Certificate: £9
  • Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
  • Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25

Who is this course for?

There is no actual requirement for this course. Anyone from any background who is interested in Crime & Investigation can enrol in this course.

Requirements

This Criminal Law & Police course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

Career path

  • Criminal Law Solicitor £65,000 - £70,000 per annum
  • Crime Paralegals £40,001 - £50,000
  • Criminal Duty Solicitor £32,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Criminal Intelligence Officer £32,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Senior Prosecutions Lawyer £45,001 - £55,000 per annum

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Veronika asked:

Does the course cover UK law and policing? Thank you.

Answer:

Hi Veronika, Thank you for your question. Yes, the course covers UK law and policing.

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James asked:

Is the assessment for this course MCQ (multiple choice test) based or assignment based ?

Answer:

Hi James, Thanks for your question. To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.

This was helpful. Thank you for your feedback.
Sarah Reble asked:

I was wondering if I can get this course in paper form ?

Answer:

Dear Sarah, This is an online-based course. You will need to access and complete the course completely online as it is not available in paper form. Thank You.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

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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