Criminal Psychology Level 4

Course Code: ASC104
Award Level 4, Similar to - NVQ Level 4

Criminal Psychology studies the thoughts and intentions of criminals. This course covers many topics such as the psychology of terrorists, drug abuse, youth crime and the criminal justice system.

This Criminal Psychology course has been designed for students to study with or without prior experience in the field. Students may want to take this course as a follow on from the Criminology level 3 course.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Crime and Order Maintenance in Celtic & Roman Britain
Module 3: Chaos, Confusion and the Beginnings of English Law
Module 4: Governance by Consent
Module 5: An Age of Crime
Module 6: The New Police
Module 7: Crime Prevention and Community Reassurance
Module 8: Philosophy and the Criminal Justice System
Module 9: Biological Theories
Module 10: Psychological Theories of Crime
Module 11: Crime and Society
Module 12: Violence, Psychopathy and Anti-Social Personality Disorder and Objectives
Module 13: Crime and Psychology
Module 14: Geographical Profiling
Module 15: Victimology
Module 16: Terrorism - Developing Typologies
Module 17: Different Terrorist Groups
Module 18: Towards a Common Factor in Terrorism
Module 19: Theories of Domestic Violence
Module 20: Youth and Crime
Module 21: Drug Abuse
Module 22: Policing
Module 23: The Law Courts
Module 24: After Sentence

Assessment

The home learning Criminal Psychology course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor.

At the end of each section are a number of activities, 50% of which are designed to get you to organise the information you have acquired into a format that you feel comfortable with. You are also required to write 1 x 500 word essays after completing each section. There are some tips included in the course to help with essay writing.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

A successfully completed course leads to a Level 4 validated qualification in Criminal Psychology from Ascentis; a leading UK awarding body recognised by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.

You can read more about Ascentis and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 12 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines. This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

You will receive your official course manual
A4 folder containing assignments
A stationery pack is also provided including paper, envelopes, pens and a folder.
Unlimited tutor support

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

The course is assessed through written coursework and essays.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price! We even send a stationery pack out to you!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Every student is issued with envelopes in order to return your completed work to us. Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in the chosen subject.