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Forensic Scientist Course

What will I learn?

Open your eyes to the world of forensic science with our full Course on How to be Forensic Scientist. This course is made for laboratory people who want to get better at their job. You will learn about fingerprint analysis, how to find small details (minutiae) and compare fingerprints in computer systems. You will also learn how to check small pieces of evidence using strong microscopes. We will teach you how to write clear forensic reports and how to keep evidence safe and in good condition. You will become good at DNA analysis, from taking it out to using PCR, and you will understand the laws and good behavior that forensic scientists must follow. Join now to improve your forensic skills and make a big difference in this work.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online courses available for life
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and arrange the chapters you want to study
Set your own course schedule
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet needed

Develop skills

Enhance the practical skills listed below

Become a master in fingerprint analysis: Know how to spot minutiae and compare them in computer systems.

Check small pieces of evidence: Use microscopes to find out where they came from and if they are important.

Write forensic reports: Make sure they are easy to understand, make sense, and have good endings.

Keep evidence safe: Always know who has the evidence and prevent it from getting dirty.

Do DNA analysis: Be able to do profiling, take out DNA, and use PCR methods.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before beginning, feel free to change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

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