Basic Criminal Investigation Course

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Basic course of 4 hours free

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Online and lifelong course

What will I learn?

Discover the core principles of detective work with our Basic Criminal Investigation Course, tailored for Zambia. Delve into crime scene management techniques, focusing on footprint, trace, and fingerprint examination. Acquire proper evidence gathering methods and understand the legal and ethical considerations specific to Zambia, including the rights of suspects and maintaining chain of evidence. Improve your skills in security systems, monitoring, and effective questioning techniques. Develop criminal profiles using behavioral analysis, considering local factors, and gain an understanding of basic forensic science, including DNA and relevant forensic databases used in Zambia. Enroll today to boost your investigative skills within the Zambian context.

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Learning outcomes

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master crime scene techniques: Effectively analyse footprints and fingerprints as relevant to Zambian crime scenes.

Uphold legal standards: Ensure ethical investigation practices and respect for suspect rights as per Zambian law.

Decode surveillance: Interpret surveillance footage and understand security systems commonly used in Zambia.

Excel in questioning: Build rapport and analyse witness statements effectively in the Zambian context.

Profile suspects: Develop profiles using behavioural analysis, considering local Zambian motives and factors.