Course descriptionSeneca College in partnership with British Columbia Institute of Technology (B.C.I.T.) is offering this unique flexible learning program.
Designed specifically for front-line investigations, this program is designed and taught by recognized experts in their respective fields. Courses will provide forensic knowledge for those interested in or entering forensic and criminal investigations so that they know and understand the full capabilities and value that forensics can provide.
Applicants may choose to begin their studies at any time with most subjects. It is not necessary to wait for the traditional start of a semester.
Curriculum
A total of ten subjects are required for completion of this certificate.
Required Subjects:
Subject Subject Name Hrs/Wk
FHS561 Introduction to Criminal Law: Procedures and Evidence 45
FRS501 Introduction to Forensic Science 45
FRS503 Forensic Interviewing I 30
FRS510 Expert Witness Preparation 35
Elective Subjects:
Subject Subject Name
(Students will choose 6 out of 7 courses) Hrs/Wk
FHS563 Wound and Trauma Assessment Documentation/Evaluation 45
FRS502 Forensic Anthropology - Rural Crime Scenes 45
FRS504 Forensic Behavioural Science 45
FRS505 Forensic Video Technologies 45
FRS507 Geographic Profiling I 45
FRS508 Forensic DNA Evidence for Investigators 45
FRS509 Principles and Methods in Fingerprint Identification 45