Death Investigation
What You'll Learn
Investigate your potential in the Death Investigation microcredential where you will look into the medico-legal aspects of death investigations. First, you’ll analyze the manners, mechanisms and causes of death associated with postmortem changes. Then, based on your career desires and interests, you’ll tailor the second portion of the microcredential by selecting either violent crime analysis or cold case investigation. In violent crime analysis you will analyze criminal justice data to understand criminal classifications and how research can assist in an investigation. In cold case investigation you will evaluate cold case files while incorporating advancements in forensic science and criminal investigation techniques. This microcredential is intended for working professionals who want to gain additional skills pertaining to death investigation scenes.
Hybrid
Delivery
1 semester
Estimated Time to Complete
6 credits
Stackable
$1,880
Estimated Cost
Required
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JUST 320 | Medico-Legal Investigation of Death | 3 |
Select One
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JUST 422 | Violent Crime Analysis | 3 |
| JUST 424 | Cold Case Investigation | 3 |
Skills Covered
- Advances in forensic science
- Cold case investigative procedures
- Crime classification
- Injury and wound interpretation
- Investigative tool analysis
- Post Mortem Changes
- Victim Identification
Stackable to Degrees
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Costs
SUNY Canton is committed to providing the best education at an affordable cost. Microcredentials are another cost-effective way to build skills with quality courses.
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