The only program of its kind in Ontario, the Forensic Identification graduate certificate program provides you with leading-edge forensic knowledge and skills for public and private policing and laboratories. Designed for students who are interested in becoming frontline investigators, the program’s unique hands-on approach provides expert instruction utilizing the most modern criminal forensic technology within a specialized curriculum. You will study advanced fingerprint development and analysis, physical matching of footwear and tool marks, DNA and blood profiling, advanced technologies, death investigations, crime and disaster scene management, rules of evidence and trial procedure. Training takes place in our state-of-the-art crime scene studio and forensic lab located at the Humber Centre for Justice Leadership. This innovative facility features a simulation lab for processing forensic evidence from staged crime scenes including photography, fingerprint development, advanced evidence collection techniques, and digital crime scene mapping. The Centre also features four interviewing labs for practicing interviewing techniques. Finally, your forensic investigation skills and knowledge are put to the test in our mock courtroom. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following: - A bachelor's degree, advanced diploma, diploma or equivalent
Admission to this program is a competitive process and preference is given to students with a bachelor's degree. |
| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.