Advanced Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program

Rapid advances in the forensic sciences require even seasoned crime scene investigators to attend education and training programs designed to provide updated information and new techniques and procedures. To enhance the knowledge and skills acquired by the graduates of our six-month program and continue our educational investments in their agencies and the citizens they serve, we are proud to offer the Advanced Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program. This program is available only to individuals who have received CJI's Crime Scene Technician Certificate.

A description of each individual component of the Advanced Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program is presented below:

ADVANCED CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY
This course will cover advanced photography procedures and methodologies applied to crime scenes and forensic evidence. Included will be the use of forensic light sources and digital photography as well as digital imaging. The objectives of this component will be accomplished using hands-on exercises and instructor feedback. All participants must successfully complete this component prior to beginning component two of the certificate program. Successful completion will be determined by student performance on skill practicals (in-class & assigned) and written examinations.

ADVANCED CRIME SCENE PROCESSING TECHNIQUES
This component of the advanced certificate program will focus on advanced latent print procedures and methodologies, with an emphasis placed on chemical techniques of latent print enhancement. A detailed review of crime laboratory procedures and forensic pathology will also be included. As with the previous component, hands-on exercises (in-class and assigned) as well as written examination performance will determine successful component completion.

CRIME SCENE RECONSTRUCTION AND INTERPRETATION
Techniques for reconstructing and interpreting the crime scene will be the primary emphasis of this component of the advanced program. Scenarios involving crimes against persons will be emphasized. Interpreting the results of analyses conducted on physical evidence recovered from the crime scene, report writing, and courtroom testimony will also be emphasized in this three-day course.

Application Requirements
To attend, an application letter must be submitted to Dr. Cheryl May from the Chief of Police, Sheriff, Department Head or Director. In this letter, he or she should indicate how the six-month program (CSTCP) has benefited the department and how much experience the officer has have acquired since graduating. He or she should also state that they will, to the best of their ability, ensure the officer's attendance in all three (3) classes and provide you with the required photography equipment.

 

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Little Rock, Arkansas 72204
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