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The Criminalistics Diploma Level 3, offered as both paper-based and online, explores crime and prevention. Also called forensic science, it applies scientific methods to gather evidence for legal cases.
Criminalistics Diploma Level 3
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Unlock the world of forensic science with our Criminalistics Diploma Level 3. This course teaches you to collect and analyse crime scene evidence, helping to confirm or refute accident causes. Explore diverse evidence types, from hair to glass, and learn to connect suspects to crime scenes.
With ten comprehensive modules, you’ll delve into crime scene processing, biological traces, fire scenes, and more. A module on psychology and crime scenes adds depth to your understanding. No prior knowledge is needed, and flexible online learning fits your schedule. Start your journey in criminalistics today.
This course provides a solid foundation in forensic science, guiding you through collecting, analysing, and interpreting physical evidence from crime scenes. Ideal for those pursuing a career in forensics or expanding their knowledge, the Criminalistics Diploma Level 3 is an engaging entry point.
You’ll learn to work with evidence like hair, glass, fibres, and biological traces to connect suspects, victims, and crime scenes. Covering ten modules, topics include crime scene processing, forensic photography, and psychology in investigations. Designed for beginners, it offers flexible online study, perfect for balancing education with other commitments. Gain scientific understanding and analytical skills for careers in criminal justice or investigations.
Qualification Title: Criminalistics Diploma Level 3
Unit 1: The Crime Scene
Unit 2: Biological Trace Evidence
Unit 3: Fingerprints
Unit 4: Trace Evidence
Unit 5: Entomological Evidence
Unit 6: The Fire Scene
Unit 7: The Explosives Scene
Unit 8: Ballistics
Unit 9: Psychology and the Crime Scene
Unit 10: Revision and Consolidation
Each unit requires the learner to submit an assessment to their individual tutor. The tutor will evaluate the submission and provide feedback.
This qualification is assessed through internally set and marked assessments. These assessments are subject to external quality assurance.
No prior knowledge required. Start anytime and study at your own pace for up to 12 months. Full tutor support available.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive certification from National Institution of Qualifications (NIOQ).
This course has been designed to meet the requirements of specific learners or employers. It is endorsed by National Institution of Qualifications, meaning the course has undergone external quality checks to ensure that they are maintained and delivered to an excellent standard.
National Institution of Qualifications are a national certificating organisation. Endorsement of our courses ensures learners have access to high quality materials that cover all learning outcomes, helping them to achieve their potential.
From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.
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You have 12 months to complete your course, however you can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 3 months!
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No, this course is assignment based, which means you will not have to complete any exams. If your assignment doesn’t pass first time, you can retry as many times as you need within your 12 months support period.
No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).
Unlike other providers, Association of Learning use a fast-track system to get your certificate to you within six weeks (our average is two weeks).
There are no requirements to have completed any courses or have any knowledge of the subject area to enrol on the course. There is no application process and no questions asked when you sign up, it is accessible to anybody.
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Why you can trust the Association of Learning
The Association of Learning provides high-quality, accessible online education. Collaborating with awarding bodies like AQA, Edexcel and OCR, they offer...