Diploma Course in Forensic Psychology

For whom (target group) :This is a structured and comprehensive Diploma program for all those who wish to study and obtain the basic body of knowledge (BOK) and training in the many concepts, theories and principles of Forensic Psychology (FP). This is an essential course of study for all practicing psychologists, sociologists, medical officers, counsellors, police and law enforcement officers, criminal and civil lawyers, social workers, child protection workers and officers and psychology or law students who want to broaden their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the inter/multi-disciplinary science of Forensic Psychology. This course is also suitable for those who wish to embark on further academic and/or professional studies and practical training in the field of criminology and criminal profiling, forensic science and forensic psychology.

Learning about Forensic Psychology or keeping up to date on it can be confusing at times, and maybe even daunting! We understand the different requirements coming with a wide variety of demographics looking to get skilled in Forensic Psychology. That’s why we’ve developed this Diploma course in a way that caters to learners with different goals in mind. The course materials are prepared with consultation from the experts of this field and all the information on Forensic Psychology is kept up to date on a regular basis so that learners don’t get left behind on the current trends/updates.

This specialized course is ideal for medical / psychology / sociology / social work graduates, psychology lecturers and students, lawyers and law students wanting to update their professional knowledge and skills in this growing and specialized area of applied psychology.

Flexible Entry Requirements: University Graduates in the disciplines or Law / Psychology / Sociology / Social Work or Medical Professionals and students or Members of recognized Professional bodies or other graduates with a Professional / Academic Diploma or Advanced / Higher (National) Diploma in Psychology / Sociology / Social Work / Law or Counselling, and G.C.E. O/L and A/L’s and age not less than 22 years, and Fluency of the English language is essential.

Course Duration : 16 weeks (4 Months) – part time study

Contact Hours  :  3 Hrs. per week

Total No. of Classes  :  16 class-contact sessions

Total No. of Contact Hours : 48 Hrs. of Lectures and discussion time

Class Times :  Wednesday: 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.