Canberra Institute of Technology

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Graduate Certificate in Forensic Fingerprint Investigation

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Fingerprint Investigation provides students with the discipline expertise to undertake, use and apply advanced forensic fingerprint detection techniques within laboratory and field contexts. It covers the skills and knowledge to operate and manage the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) and to take and record fingerprint impressions of deceased persons. Students will develop expert skills to perform fingerprint comparisons/identification by applying scientific methodology and develop fingerprint expertise and maintain currency.

This is a restricted Police qualification; students must be employed by an Australian Police Service to enrol.

Delivery mode

Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Students must be currently employed by an Australian Policing Agency and be nominated by the relevant jurisdictional forensic section within that State/Territory AND

  • Demonstrate successful completion of the Advanced Diploma of Forensic Investigation or equivalent OR
  • demonstrate successful completion of a degree, associate degree or advanced diploma or Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) or equivalent OR
  • be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills to undertake vocational education and training at the graduate certificate Level.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $6,452 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
Study mode Online
Duration 1 Year
Estimated fee* $6,452 $0

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Fingerprint Investigation will prepare you for the following roles.

About Canberra Institute of Technology

CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.

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