Course Curriculum

Required Skills to Become a Criminal Investigator 00:16:00
An Introduction to a Private Detective 00:17:00
Photo Criminal Intelligence 00:16:00
Crime Scene Investigation 00:14:00
Collecting and Packaging Physical Evidence 00:19:00
Fingerprints: Your Personal Signature 00:17:00
DNA Analysis 00:18:00
Criminology and Criminal Psychology 00:19:00
Violent Crimes and Cyber Criminology 00:16:00
Business Theft and Fraud 00:14:00
Domestic Investigation and Types 00:18:00
Victimology 00:17:00
Dealing with Crime 00:16:00
Tracing and Surveillance techniques 00:16:00
Effective Interrogation Techniques 00:16:00
Basic Operations of Firearms 00:18:00
Firearms Examination 00:16:00
Forensic Psychology 00:19:00
The Criminal Justice System in England and Wales 00:20:00

Course Overview 

Criminal Investigator is a career that pulls back the curtain on how crimes are really solved. It’s not just about chasing suspects. It’s about reading a crime scene, gathering evidence, and piecing together the truth, skills that are always in demand across policing, forensics, and private investigation.

This course takes you through the full investigative process, from the essential skills needed to work as a criminal investigator to the practical side of examining a crime scene. You’ll learn how evidence is collected and packaged, how fingerprints and DNA are analysed, and how criminal psychology helps explain why crimes happen. You’ll also cover surveillance techniques, interrogation methods, and how the criminal justice system works across England and Wales.

Beyond the science, you’ll explore real-world issues such as fraud, cybercrime, and domestic investigations, along with the basics of firearms handling and forensic psychology. It’s a broad, practical grounding that mirrors what a working criminal investigator needs to know.

Whether you’re aiming for a role in law enforcement, private investigation, or forensic services, this course gives you a solid, accredited starting point to build real investigative skills.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the core skills and qualities needed to work as a criminal investigator
  • Apply proper techniques for examining a crime scene and collecting physical evidence
  • Explain how fingerprint and DNA analysis are used to identify suspects
  • Understand key theories in criminology and criminal psychology
  • Use surveillance and interrogation techniques within investigative practice
  • Recognise how different crimes, including fraud, cybercrime, and domestic offences, are investigated
  • Describe how the criminal justice system in England and Wales supports the work of a criminal investigator

Your Benefits by Learning with ‘Cambridge Open Academy’

  • Accreditation: Showcase your ability with our accredited Criminal Investigator to potential employers.
  • Free Certificate: Get a Free Digital Certificate upon successful completion of the Criminal Investigator
  • Flexibility: Learn virtually from anywhere, anytime at your own pace and convenience.
  • Advance Your Career: Upskill to impress your employers and land your dream job or long-awaited promotion.
  • Immediately Applicable Coursework: Keep up with the latest skill trend by putting your skillsets to work.
  • Affordability: Save big with our online Criminal Investigator as it not only suits your professional needs but also fits within your budget.
  • Tutor Support: Get tutor support on weekdays, 9-5 am, and our dedicated 24/7 customer support.
  • Lifetime Access: Achieve lifetime access to the top-notch expertly crafted course materials.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course contents. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you with the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technological background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and 
    • use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the Criminal Investigator course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99.

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, International students will have to pay additional fees based on their location.

Who is this course for?

This Criminal Investigator course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this Criminal Investigator course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Criminal Investigator course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Criminal Investigator (Detective)

    Investigates crimes by collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and building cases for prosecution.

    Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per year

  • Forensic Investigator

    Collects and analyses physical evidence from crime scenes to support investigations.

    Salary: £25,000 – £40,000 per year

  • Fraud Investigator

    Investigates financial crimes such as fraud, embezzlement, and money laundering.

    Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 per year

  • Intelligence Analyst

    Gathers and evaluates intelligence information to support criminal investigations and national security.

    Salary: £28,000 – £45,000 per year

  • Crime Scene Investigator

    Processes crime scenes, collects evidence, and assists in forensic analysis.

    Salary: £25,000 – £40,000 per year

  • Police Officer (Detective Specialization)

    Performs general policing duties with a focus on investigative roles after gaining detective status.

    Salary: £25,000 – £40,000 per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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