Professional Certificate in Criminal Psychology

Start Your Dream Professional Career Understanding the Behaviour Behind Criminal Minds

Are you fascinated by the inner workings of the criminal mind? Do you see yourself unravelling the mysteries of crime scenes or understanding the complexities of criminal behaviour? Ever wondered how legal knowledge and psychological insights can merge to prevent crime and rehabilitate offenders? The Professional Certificate in Criminal Psychology is your gateway to turning these interests into a rewarding career.

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Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
Self-paced. Approximately 500 hours to complete the course, which has five key modules made up of 47 lessons .
Delivery
Flexible, online, self-paced learning with dedicated mentor support.

Course Overview

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Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

This course may be of interest to people working or aspiring to work in or as:

  • Law enforcement
  • Crime Prevention
  • Social Workers
  • Rehabilitation Officers
  • Prison Guards
  • Legal professions
  • Security Professions

What You’ll Get

  • All the required study and course materials.
  • 24/7 online access to the course learning portal to study when you want.
  • One-on-one mentor and a student support advisor available to you 5 days per week.
  • 12 months total access to the course materials allowing you to self-pace your study.
  • Upon course completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and a Statement of Attainment for each module completed.
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  • 5-day satisfaction guarantee.

Student Support

You’ll be fully supported with access to an allocated student support advisor, mentor and course consultants, who are available 5 days per week.

Assessments

Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving on to the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required so that you get the most out of your course. You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments.

Certification

Upon completing the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for each certificate completed and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Accreditation

CPD Endorsed

This course is fully CPD endorsed, which means each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional. Every student receives a digital badge of CPD points that is portable, sharable and verifiable for the study they have completed.

1 hour of learning = 1 CPD point 

The CPD body has evaluated The Learning Group's courses. Independent subject matter experts have reviewed all learning materials, student policies, and procedures. These experts assessed the learning objectives, course content, and end-of-course assessments for each course. As a result, the CPD body has endorsed the learning programs for continuing professional development purposes.

The Learning Group has been accredited by the Professional Development Consortium and achieved Dual Accreditation & Training Excellence through the CPD Standards Office.

The International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) Accredited

This course is accredited by ICOES — ensuring you receive high-quality education and content.

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

The Learning Group is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

Payment Options

You can choose either an interest-free weekly payment plan starting from just $26 per week or you can pay the course fees upfront, with a substantial discount. 

To get the total course cost you’ll need to talk to The Learning Group’s course advisors as pricing is based on the payment option selected, qualification type, your individual study requirements, course options and additions and current promotions. 

Course Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites to enrol in this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English. You must be able to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.

About The Course

Unlock the Secrets of the Criminal Mind: Your Pathway to a Professional Career in Criminal Psychology

Are you fascinated by the inner workings of the criminal mind? Do you see yourself unravelling the mysteries of crime scenes or understanding the complexities of criminal behaviour? Ever wondered how legal knowledge and psychological insights can merge to prevent crime and rehabilitate offenders? The Professional Certificate in Criminal Psychology, offered by The Learning Group, is your gateway to turning these interests into a rewarding career.

This comprehensive course contains five key modules that will provide you with professional skills and knowledge in criminal psychology. Start with 'Introduction to Forensic Science', where you'll explore the branches of forensic science, evidence collection and analysis, and the crucial role of criminal behaviour in mental health. 'Criminal Psychology' will guide you through the psychological aspects of crime, including gender-related issues, youth offenders, and the use of psychology in policing and courtrooms. Legal terminology comes alive in Module 3, covering everything from contract to criminal law. Then in ‘Criminal Profiling’ and ‘Ethics’, you will gain an in-depth exploration of the profiling methods and crime analysis, explore the foundation of moral principles, and more.

Embarking on this course opens a world of career opportunities. Whether you aspire to work in law enforcement, crime prevention, social work, rehabilitation, legal professions, or security, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed. You'll emerge as a professional capable of making significant contributions in various sectors, ready to tackle the challenges and complexities of criminal psychology.

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