Certificate Course in
Forensic Psychology

About the Course

Specialized training in the intersection of psychology and the legal system.

This course explores the application of psychological principles to criminal investigation and law. Participants will gain insights into criminal behavior, offender profiling, and the role of psychology in the courtroom.

Mode of Delivery

• Offline Session by Eminent Experts
• Hands-On Practical Sessions

What Students Will Receive

• Certificate of Completion
• Access to Case Study Bank & Study Materials
• Letter of Recommendation (upon request)

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the scope and ethical responsibilities of forensic psychology.
• Analyze criminal behavior using psychological theories and methods.
• Apply psychological assessment tools and techniques in forensic settings.
• Conduct interviews, interrogations, and psychological profiling.
• Evaluate and present expert testimony in legal contexts.
• Understand the relationship between mental disorders and criminal behavior.
• Perform basic deception detection techniques and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with legal professionals on real-world cases.

Course Outline

• Module 1: Foundations of Forensic Psychology
  • Introduction to forensic psychology
  • Significance and scope in forensic science
  • Role and limitations of forensic psychologists
  • Role of psychologists in courts and corrections
  • Expert testimony and psychological reports
  • Amicus curiae briefs & policy influence
• Module 2: Criminal Behavior Theories
  • Overview of criminal theories
  • Cognitive, psychodynamic, biological/genetic, and behavioral theories
  • Personality traits and criminality
  • Intelligence and criminal behavior
  • Sexual and violent offences
  • Patterns of exploitation
• Module 3: Mental Health and Criminal Behavior
  • Classification and overview of mental disorders
  • Relationship between disorders and criminal acts
  • Personality disorder clusters and behavioral patterns
  • Treatment options and challenges
• Module 4: Investigative Psychology
  • Interviewing and interrogation techniques
  • Criminal and terrorism investigation
  • Power and pitfalls of confessions
  • Detection of Deception and Statement Analysis
• Module 5: Forensic Tools and Techniques
  • Polygraph testing
  • Narco-analysis procedures
  • Brain Electrical Oscillation Signature (BEOS) profiling
  • Overview and mechanism of Layered Voice Analysis