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Basic Criminal Investigation Course

What will I learn?

Unlock the essentials of detective work with our Basic Criminal Investigation Course. Delve into crime scene investigation techniques, mastering footprint, trace, and fingerprint analysis. Learn proper evidence collection methods and explore legal and ethical considerations, including suspects' rights and the chain of custody. Enhance your skills in security systems, surveillance, and effective interviewing techniques. Develop criminal profiles through behavioural analysis and understand basic forensic science, including DNA and forensic databases. Join now to elevate your investigative expertise.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master crime scene techniques: Analyse footprints and fingerprints effectively.

Uphold legal standards: Ensure ethical investigation and suspect rights.

Decode surveillance: Interpret footage and understand security systems.

Excel in interviewing: Build rapport and analyse witness statements.

Profile suspects: Develop profiles using behavioural analysis and motives.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.