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Certificate in Criminal Psychology

Expand your knowledge in this diverse and exciting industry. This course has been designed specifically to give you a broad introduction into criminal psychology and forensics and how they are key factors into solving crime and working with people suffering from a life of criminal activity, aggression and mental disorders. During this course you will learn about topics such as gender, youth and crime, psychology and the police, and crime prevention. You will also take a deeper look into forensics, gathered evidence and forensic science.
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100% Online

Study flexibly from anywhere.

200 Hours of Study

Build comprehensive criminal psychology knowledge.

Criminal Behaviour

Explore the psychology behind crime and offending.

Forensic Science

Learn about evidence and crime scene investigation.

Offender Profiling

Understand behavioural patterns and profiling principles.

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and gain certification.

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INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Recognised by the International Approval and Registration Centre

The IARC is a globally recognised non-profit organisation committed to quality in education –
helping graduates gain employment worldwide. Our Criminal Psychology Certificate carries
IARC recognition upon completion.

CERTIFICATE ISSUED

Industry Recognised

PAYMENT METHODS

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ABN 52 642 492 895

Registered Australian business

REFUND POLICY

3-day cooling-off period

Course details

This course is a beginner level course and is aimed at anyone who has a passion for crime and psychology or wants to support others through personal growth and life changes.
This is an industry leading course that has been delivered completely online for over 15 years.

Career & Salary Outcomes

Criminal Justice Support

Build knowledge relevant to roles supporting criminal justice services.

Community Support Worker

Apply your understanding of behaviour when supporting individuals and communities.

Forensic Support Roles

Explore entry-level opportunities related to forensic and investigative environments.

Your package price x jobs per month = your monthly revenue
Develop knowledge of criminal behaviour, psychology and forensic science to explore opportunities across criminal justice, community support and related fields.

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module concludes with a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of criminal psychology theories, offender behaviour, forensic investigation, ethical practice, and the criminal justice system.
Throughout the course, students complete practical and case study-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to analyse criminal behaviour using psychological concepts and evidence-based approaches. Assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.

Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Criminal Psychology Certificate issued by Careers Collectiv. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in the Criminal Psychology Certificate. This course is suitable for anyone interested in understanding criminal behaviour, forensic psychology, and the psychological factors that influence crime. Whether you are considering a career in criminal justice, psychology, or simply wish to expand your knowledge, no previous qualifications or experience are required to begin.
Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection is required to access the online learning platform. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Course Modules

This course is comprised of 2 modules:

Criminal Psychology

Topics that will be covered in the Criminal Psychology module include:

01

Introduction to Criminal Psychology

02

Definitions of Crime

03

Consensus View of What Crime Is

04

Conflict View of Crime

05

Interactionist View of Crime

06

Scope of Criminal Psychology

07

What Criminal Psychologists Do

08

Case Study

09

Profiling

10

Courts

11

Correctional System

12

Psychological Approaches to Understanding Crime

13

Biological Explanations of Crime

14

Phrenology

15

Eugenics

16

XYY Chromosome Model

17

Genetics

18

Twin Studies

19

Adoption Studies

Introduction to Forensic Science

Topics that will be covered in the Criminal Psychology module include:

01

The Nature of Forensic Science

02

What is Forensic Science?

03

Origins and Principles of Forensic Science

04

Forensic Science and Law

05

Scientific Principles

06

Use of Evidence

07

Relationship with Law

08

What is Evidence?

09

Types of Physical and Biological Evidence

10

Evidence Collection

11

Crime Scene Investigations

Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Criminal Psychology Certificate provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the psychological principles behind criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system. Throughout the course, students will explore the following specialist learning areas:

Foundations of Criminal Psychology

Develop an understanding of criminal psychology, its history, key concepts, and the role psychologists play within the justice system.

Criminal Behaviour & Motivation

Explore the psychological, biological, environmental, and social factors that contribute to criminal behaviour and offending patterns.

Offender Profiling

Learn the principles of behavioural profiling, crime scene analysis, and the techniques used to understand offender characteristics and motivations.

Forensic Psychology

Gain an introduction to the application of psychology within legal and criminal justice settings, including assessments, rehabilitation, and expert evidence.

Mental Health & Crime

Examine the relationship between mental health conditions, personality disorders, substance misuse, and criminal behaviour while understanding common misconceptions.

Victim Psychology

Understand the psychological impact of crime on victims, trauma responses, recovery processes, and approaches to victim support.

Getting Started

How it works

01

Enrol & Get Started

Join the course and access your online learning materials.

02

Learn & Complete

Work through the modules and complete quizzes and case-based assessments.

03

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and receive your Criminal Psychology Certificate.

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Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $20 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 2 in-depth modules. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 200 hours.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course. Also included with your course is a free 12 month membership to the International Association for Counselling.

Equipment

You will need a computer, tablet or other device to access the course work and submit your assessments. If you do not have one a tablet can be provided for you.

Your Investment

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3-day cooling-off period

Enrol, get inside and look around properly. If it isn't the right fit in the first week, switch to another Careers Collectiv course or request a refund under our refund policy. No pressure and no argument.

FAQS

The things people ask us

Yes. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study at your own pace.
You’ll learn about criminal behaviour, psychological approaches to crime, offender profiling, forensic science, evidence and crime scene investigation.
The course includes 2 modules and approximately 200 hours of study.
No. There are no specific entry requirements, and previous qualifications or experience are not required.
Yes. Successful completion of the required assessments results in a Criminal Psychology Certificate and a comprehensive unit transcript.

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it’s the wrong fit. We’ll give you a straight answer either way

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