Diploma in Criminology & Forensic Psychology		Content     Course Aims & Objectives     Core Subjects (8)     1. Forensic Psychology and the Understanding of Crime     2. Forensic Psychology, Law and Criminal Justice     3. Working with Offenders of Serious Crime     4. Criminology and the Family     5. Forensic Psychology and the Court System     7. Forensic Psychotherapy and Professional Issues     8. Criminology Case Studies
''A fascinating course delivered by experts''  Mel O' Donoghue
About the Course The Diploma in Criminology & Forensic Psychology provides you with a comprehensive and professional insight into both criminal behavior and the criminal mind. The Forensics & Criminology course examines criminal behavior in depth examining the underlying causes in society, how events and experiences can shape the type of adults we later become and why some become criminals and others don’t.

Students will quickly learn the skills of criminal profiling, using numerous case studies from real life crimes and investigations. From vandalism, and ant-social behavior, through to the most serious of crimes such as murder and terrorism. The Criminology & Forensic Psychology diploma course will show how psychology can help us identify the offender. Areas covered include Crime Detection and investigation, forensic investigation techniques, criminal profiling and criminal psychology. It draws upon the disciplines of sociology, criminology, social work and the legal system.
 

Course Aims & Objectives

The Diploma in Criminology & Forensic Psychology aims to equip you with an understanding of contemporary theories of criminal behaviour. The criminal justice system is explored together with the skills to analyse individuals' offending behaviour. Planning treatment and supervision strategies for both victims and offenders is examined. Both theory and practice are set in the context of the legal and institutional systems through which offenders and victims are managed.

This programme provides a thorough grounding in psychology and offers modules relevant to a career in forensic and criminal psychology.

Diploma in Criminology & Forensic Psychology – Content Overview

The areas covered are:

• Forensic Science & Forensic Investigation

• DNA Analysis of Crime scenes

• Forensic Psychology and the Understanding of Criminal Minds

• Forensic Psychology

• Criminology part 1, Law and Criminal Justice

• Forensic Psychotherapy and Professional Issues

• Working with Offenders of Serious Crime

• Criminology part 2, Penal Codes, Criminal Law

• The Criminal Court System

• Case Studies

The programme draws on the experience and ability of a range of professionals from various fields concerned with the study of crime, criminology, law and psychology.
                      
Awards

• Diploma in Criminology & Forensic Psychology : CMI
• Level 5 Component Award in Criminology – National Award: FETAC 

 Why chose CMI?

1. The Diploma in Forensic & Criminal Psychology is awarded by CMI. The course leads to a LEVEL 5 FETAC Component Award in Criminology. A FETAC Award is recognised under the NFQ, National Framework of Qualifications. 

2. CMI are a registered Provider and are quality approved by  FETAC – Further Education Training and Awards Council.

3. Since 2004, CMI has built an excellent reputation with employers as one of Irelands leading educators in Law, Criminal Law and Forensic Psychology.

4. CMI's five strong lecturing team include a Forensic Specialist Doctor working in the GARDA HQ laboratory, a Garda Sergeant and head of Crime Scene Unit, a Criminal Barrister and a specialist in Criminology who is chair of a young juvenile detention board. The panel brings over 50 years of combined crime scene and forensic investigation experience aswell as experience working with young juvenlies and working in the criminal courts. 

Cost & Duration
The Diploma in Forensic & Criminal Psychology is a 14 week evening course which is held one evening per week. The cost of the course is 1,350 euro which includes assessment fees .

Booking
All course fees are payable in advance. Please note places are limited. To book simply log on to the ‘Book a Course’ part of CMI’s website and submit your details by the deadline date.

Progression
Graduates of this programme can progress to a range of further study options in areas such as Law,  Social Work, and/or Biological sciences.

Eligibility
This course is open to people from any educational background and with various levels of work experience. Places are limited. If you are anxious about your eligibility, please contact CMI and a representative will be more than happy to assist you in choosing the right course.

Scheduled Dates 2010/2011   - Evening or Saturday Class Option

Start: Mon 4 October 2010, 18.30-21:30, 14 wks  End:  Feb 2011   Exam: Feb 2011

Start: Saturday 9 October 2010, 10:00-13:00, 14wks, End: Feb 2011   Exam: Feb 2011

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY:

'Excellent lecturers who are very experienced and really know their stuff. I enjoyed it very much and hope to pursue a degree in Law next year'

Julie McAdam

'Most insightful and very interesting course. I hope to get a job with the Gardai and completing this course should help my prospects'

Mark Townsend

' Chose the course as I enjoy watching CSI every week. The course more than lived up to my expectation as it provided me with knowledge on areas such as forensic Investigation, criminal profiling and forensic psychology. I want to work with young offenders in the future and this course has definitely helped my career direction. I would have no hesitation in recommending it'

Ann Marie Barry

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Related Links
Forensic Magazine
Crime and Clues
British Journal of Criminology