CSI & Forensic Science - Advanced Diploma
The Advanced Diploma in Crime Scene and Forensic Investigation course examines the preservation, documentation and collection of evidence at the crime scene. A big part of this crime scene course, is how you approach the crime scene, from packaging the evidence and the documentation required.
| Award Name | Advanced Diploma - UK |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma - UK | Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences |
Duration
20 Weeks - 18:30 - 21:30
Careers / Further progression
Career opportunities
On this Crime Scene and Forensic Investigation course Ireland, graduate job opportunities include working for: An Garda Siochana, Police Service of Northern Ireland and Metropolitan Police in the UK. Specialist roles in the Welfare Service, Forensic Science Laboratories, Psychologists/ Counselors.
Education Progression To Ordinary Level 7 Degrees In Law, Social Work, Biological Sciences, Sociology.
Further information
Start date: Tuesday October 10th 2023
Classroom course: €1,950
Includes all tuition, assessment and online resources and notes.
Apply By: Tuesday August 15th 18:00
Overview
The CSI Crime Scene Investigation Advanced Diploma course is 7 months in duration and is the longest running Crime Scene investigation course in Ireland. It is delivered in a classroom environment and has practical mock crime scenes.
If you are interested in working as a Crime Scene Investigator and are relatively new to this area, then this Crime Scene Investigation and Forensic Science course is ideal. Designed for beginners, on this crime scene investigation course you will learn every aspect what a crime scene investigator does.
The Advanced Diploma in Crime Scene and Forensic Investigation course examines the preservation, documentation and collection of evidence at the crime scene. A big part of this crime scene course, is how you approach the crime scene, from packaging the evidence and the documentation required.
The full range of crime scene investigation methods will be examined. A big part of this forensic science and forensic investigation course involves how you examine trace evidence, impressions, Body Fluids, DNA analysis, questioned documents, and fingerprints as well as the investigation of a fire scene and firearms.
Past students and graduates of this crime scene course, include members of An Garda Siochana up to Inspector rank, Environmental officers, Biologists, Chemists, Crime thriller Authors, teachers, and those with a general interest in this area.
The life of a real Crime Scene Investigator is examined and students are trained how to use a Forensic CSI Kit which include: Protective Clothing, CSI Tape to preserve crime scene, Evidence bags, Cards, Swabs and finger print powder. Each student will then be required to assess a mock crime scene online and collect evidence.
Presenting Evidence
You will have an opportunity to present the evidence in a staged trial with real acting barristers. This is as real as it gets.
1. Introduction to Forensic Science
2. Crime Scene Types & The Crime Scene
3. Trace and Contact Evidence: fibres, glass, hairs, paint and soil
4. Impressions: Footwear marks, instrument marks, glove marks and tyres, fingerprints
5. Body Fluids Examination, Tests, BPA
6. Analysis of DNA: DNA Profiling
7. Questioned Documents
8. Drugs of Abuse & Forensic Toxicology
9. Forensic Pathology & Forensic Human Identification
10. The investigation of a fire scene
11. Firearms
12. Explosions & Explosives
13. Attend Mock Crime Scene- Collect Evidence
14. Forensic Science in Court – Part 1 & 2
15. Attend Court & Present Statement
16. Forensic Strategy & Crime Scene Management
On this Crime Scene course Ireland, you will be assessed on how you processed a mock crime scene, on how you collected and recorded evidence.
Professional Award: CSI Crime Scene Investigation & Forensic Science Advanced Diploma
Award Body: CMI
Level: Advanced Diploma
Tel: 01 4927070