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
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 diploma 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 monitored 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 Psychology.

4. CMI brings over 25 years of combined psychology experience from our panel of qualified professionals that make up the lecturing team.

    

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 which includes FETAC assessment fees.

Booking
All course fees are payable in advance unless you are unemployed or work part-time, in which case, a two payment instalment plan is offered. See Terms & Conditions on ‘Book a Course’ part of CMI website. 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
Places are limited for this programme. This course is open to people from any educational background and with various levels of work experience. 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
Start:  Mon 1 February , 18.30 - 21.30,14wks. End:  May 2010   Exams: June 2010

Start: Weds 3 February, 18.30-21:30, 14 wks  End:  May 2010   Exams: June 2010                                         

Start: Sat 6 February, 10:00-13:00, 14wks, End: May 2010   Exams: June 2010

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 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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