Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Crime Scene to Court: An Introduction to Forensic and Criminal Investigation
This online course transversed a range of topics from the crime scene to the court room. This course introduced the role of the CSI (crime scene investigator) discussing a range of evidence types which can be found at scene. Key aspects relevant to the role of the detective and the fundamental principles of a police investigation were detailed within the course as well as considering the importance of custody and PACE regulations.
4 weeks, 2 hours per week
Penny Standen
Arden University
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a clear knowledge of a range of different evidence types commonly found at crime scenes and their application to criminal investigations.
- Identify the key aspects of the role of the detective and the fundamental principals of a police investigation.
- Explore the legal requirements in place for the searching, detention, and interviewing of a suspect in police custody.
- Investigate the hierarchy and functions of the various criminal courts in England and Wales.
Syllabus
• An introduction to forensic science and the role of the crime scene investigator.
• Introduction to criminal investigation and the role of the detective.
• Police custody and associated legislation.
• Court proceedings, how evidence is presented in court and the criminal court structure within England and Wales.
Issued on 24th March 2026
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