Criminal Psychology and Psychological Profiling Level 3

Course code: OSC1074

Gain an insight into criminal psychology and psychological profiling, with this bundle course. Study at home the convenient way!

Evaluate the current causes and explanations for criminal behaviour.
Study the psychological and social theories relevant to our understanding of criminality.
Study a course that is relevant to careers in law, the police force, social work and research.
Apply your theoretical knowledge to real-life case studies.
Outline three important factors an individual needs to consider for the first seven seconds of an interview.
Identify the key historical events that led to profiling becoming an integral part of crime scene analysis.
Outline how personality theories evolved with regards to personality profiling.
Identify differences between organised and disorganised crime scene.
Describe the different theories of rape.
Outline risk factors associated with school shooters.

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All course materials will be delivered to you by post or by email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way.

You may start at any time and have up to two years to complete your studies, so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Course Duration

Up to 2 years.

Study Hours

Approximately 160 hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive two Certificates of Achievement in Criminal Psychology Level 3 and Psychological Profiling Level 3.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

Criminal Psychology Level 3

Unit 1

Biological and Evolutionary Explanations of Criminal Behaviour

Historical explanations
Genetic explanations
Biochemical explanations
Neurological explanations
Personality theories

Unit 2

Psychological Explanations of Criminal Behaviour

Social learning theory
Media and crime
Psychodynamic theory

Unit 3

Criminological Explanations of Criminal Behaviour

Vulnerabilities towards crime
Sub-cultural theories
Strain theory
Status Frustration
Differential Association
Environmental Theory
Social Bond Theory
Risk Factors
Relative Deprivation

Unit 4

Abnormal Behaviour and Psychopathy

Diagnosing abnormal behaviour
Cognitive approaches
Beck's Negative Triad
Psychopathy and Antisocial Personality Disorder
Behavioural Theory
Cognitive Theory
Life Events
Dissociative Identity Disorder

Unit 5

Research and The Criminal Justice System (CJS)

Eyewitness testimony
Leading question
Anxiety and weapon effect
Cognitive interview
Detecting deception
Juries and sentencing

Unit 6

Children Who Kill

Mary Bell
Thompson and Venables
Kip Kinkel

Psychological Profiling Level 3

Unit 1

Seven Seconds

3 important factors of an interview
Cognitive interview format
Communication styles
Visual
Auditory
Kinaesthetic
Eckman’s theory

Unit 2

Introduction to Profiling

Key historical events
Crime scene analysis
Victims of internet dating scams
Myra Hindley case study

Unit 3

Personality Typologies

Personality theories
Personality tests

Unit 4

Criminal Profiling

Organised and disorganised crime scenes
Typology
Investigative profiling
Geographical approaches
Psychopaths
Sociopaths
Narcissistic personality disorder
Hunting strategies
Victim attack methods

Unit 5

Profiling Rapists

Different theories of rape
Typologies and theories of rape
Organised and disorganised points of view

Unit 6

Profiling School Shooters

Risk factors
Langman’s typologies

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of written assignments. These assignments will then be sent and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required for this course.

Course Duration

Once enrolled, you will have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course), which will allow you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines. You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each course, so you can feel confident that you’ll get the help you need. Studying around your work and family commitments has never been easier. Once enrolled, you will have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course), which will allow you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines. You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each course, so you can feel confident that you’ll get the help you need. Studying around your work and family commitments has never been easier.

Study Method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work, it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or emailed to you, whichever you choose. You will also receive tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, successful learners will receive two Certificate’s of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding Body

The courses have been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards for its high-quality. The courses are not regulated by Ofqual and are not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.

The courses have been benchmarked at Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

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

Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course). This bundle is truly flexible and adaptable around your lifestyle.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
FREE XO Student Discounts card
* Comprehensive study guide
* Open Study College pen and highlighter
* Student study planner
* Three colour highlighter
* Student notebook
* Document wallet

* Not included with the online study option

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

How will I get my work assessed?

You will send your work to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your Criminal Psychology Level 3 and Psychological Profiling Level 3 Certificates.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.