Diploma in Criminal Investigation
An online Criminal Investigation Diploma covering essential investigation skills such as crime scene analysis, evidence handling, forensic techniques, surveillance, interrogation and criminal psychology — self-paced with CPD certification available.
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Course Overview
Ignite your curiosity and develop skills to understand how crimes are solved with the Diploma in Criminal Investigation. This online course takes you step-by-step through real-world investigation techniques — from collecting evidence and analysing fingerprints to understanding psychology and surveillance. Perfect for aspiring detectives, security professionals, and those fascinated by justice, the course is delivered in clear, bite-sized lessons you can complete at your own pace. With expert support and assessments, you’ll build confidence to apply your skills in practical situations. On completion, you’ll earn a Quality Licence Scheme-endorsed certificate and a CPD-accredited credential to elevate your CV.
Duration: 3 weeks, 4 days | Level: Intermediate | Language: English
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.
What You'll Learn
- Understand the core skills needed to become a criminal investigator.
- Learn how to gather and analyse criminal intelligence.
- Investigate crime scenes and evidence handling like a pro.
- Apply fingerprint and DNA analysis techniques.
- Explore criminal psychology and behaviour.
- Study violent crime and cyber criminology fundamentals.
- Analyse fraud and business theft investigation methods.
- Practice surveillance, tracing and interrogation techniques.
- Learn basics of firearms operations and examination.
- Understand the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
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What You'll Get
- Practical forensic and criminal investigation insights
- Skills in evidence collection, analysis & scene investigation
- Understanding to psychology, surveillance & interrogation
- Quality Licence Scheme-endorsed certificate to showcase on CV & LinkedIn
- Self-paced online learning you can fit around life
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this course for?
A: It’s perfect for aspiring investigators, security staff, law enthusiasts, or anyone curious about forensic and investigative processes.
Q: Do I need prior experience?
A: No — there are no formal entry requirements. Just a smart device, internet access, and curiosity to learn.
Q: How is the course delivered?
A: The course is fully online and self-paced, so you can study around your schedule.
Q: Will I get a certificate?
A: Upon successful completion you can order a Quality Licence Scheme-endorsed certificate and also get a CPD-accredited certificate.
Q: Can this help my career?
A: Yes — data literacy and BI skills are in high demand in fields like analytics, consulting, operations, finance, and marketing.
Q: Can this help my career?
A:Absolutely — it builds practical investigation knowledge that can strengthen your CV and confidence for roles in security, private investigation support, and related fields. business contexts.
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Required Skills to Become a Criminal Investigator | |||
| Required Skills to Become a Criminal Investigator | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 02: An Introduction to a Private Detective | |||
| An Introduction to a Private Detective | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 03: Criminal Intelligence | |||
| Criminal Intelligence | 00:17:00 | ||
| Module 04: Crime Scene Investigation | |||
| Crime Scene Investigation | 00:17:00 | ||
| Module 05: Collecting and Packaging Physical Evidence | |||
| Collecting and Packaging Physical Evidence | 00:42:00 | ||
| Module 06: Fingerprints: Your Personal Signature | |||
| Fingerprints: Your Personal Signature | 00:39:00 | ||
| Module 07: DNA Analysis | |||
| DNA Analysis | 00:35:00 | ||
| Module 08: Criminology and Criminal Psychology | |||
| Criminology and Criminal Psychology | 00:13:00 | ||
| Module 09: Violent Crimes and Cyber Criminology | |||
| Violent Crimes and Cyber Criminology | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 10: Business Theft and fraud | |||
| Business Theft and fraud | 00:12:00 | ||
| Module 11: Domestic Investigation and Types | |||
| Domestic Investigation and Types | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 12: Victimology | |||
| Victimology | 00:11:00 | ||
| Module 13: Dealing with Crime | |||
| Dealing with Crime | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 14: Tracing and Surveillance Techniques | |||
| Tracing and Surveillance Techniques | 00:13:00 | ||
| Module 15: Effective Interrogation Techniques | |||
| Effective Interrogation Techniques | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 16: Basic Operations of Firearms | |||
| Basic Operations of Firearms | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 17: Firearms Examination | |||
| Firearms Examination | 01:21:00 | ||
| Module 18: Forensic Psychology | |||
| Forensic Psychology | 00:12:00 | ||
| Module 19: The Criminal Justice System in England and Wales | |||
| The Criminal Justice System in England and Wales | 00:13:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Diploma in Criminal Investigation | 3 weeks, 4 days | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
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Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
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