Graduate Coursework

Specialist Certificate in Criminology (Forensic Disability)

  • Course code: SC-CRIMFD
Clock
Duration
1 year part time
Location
Mode (Location)
On Campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
Dollar
Fees
AUD $7,880 (2024 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) are not available
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Course overview

Overview

The Specialist Certificate in Criminology (Forensic Disability) is a uniquely tailored course designed for professionals working with offenders with a disability.

This course provides an up-to-date understanding of key concepts and issues, including theoretical and practical training in the assessment (including risk assessment) and management of forensic disability populations, and the complex professional and ethical issues encountered when working with this challenging group.

Who is this course for?

This truly interdisciplinary course is highly relevant to practitioners currently working in a number of sectors, including disability, psychology, social work, psychiatry, medical practice, health, legal practice, law enforcement and corrections.

International students are welcome to study this course. However, please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and it is not registered with CRICOS.

Pathways

You may also be interested in the Specialist Certificate in Criminology (Offender Management). Completion of this course may also assist with entry to the Master of Criminology.