Crime and violence bring together two of the most powerful systems that impact the daily lives of citizens, health and justice. The aim of the Forensics in Health certificate program is to prepare health care, social service and legal professionals to effectively respond to the bio-psycho-social needs of individuals, families and communities as they cope with the effects of violence and trauma.

In order to complete the certificate, students enrolled in the Forensics in Health Certificate Program will be required to attend five lectures from each of the four non-practicum classes offered by the forensic nursing master's specialty. In total, students will complete 60 hours of class work. They will not be required to complete assignments, and clinical work is not offered as part of this program.

Graduates of this program will be equipped to:

• Assume leadership roles in forensic care
• Affect policy
• Integrate forensic content into their healthcare, social service, or criminal justice system practice areas.

These courses are interdisciplinary in nature and will facilitate students to respond to the multifaceted needs of victims, perpetrators and their families in a competent manner. Students may begin this program in the fall or spring semester.

required coursework

• Forensics I: Fundamentals
• Forensics II: Psychosocial/Legal
• Forensics III: Vulnerable Populations
• Criminal Law and Scientific Procedures for Evidence Collection

(Total contact hours: 60.0)

Cancellation Policy

A full refund (less $35 administrative costs) will be provided if your request is received in writing four weeks prior to the start of the course.  No refunds can be made thereafter.  No shows will receive neither a refund nor transfer credit.