Advanced Practice Certificates
Transform your forensic science knowledge into service.
Forensic Certifications Program Overview
The School of Forensic Studies (SFS) at Alliant University is dedicated to providing law enforcement, private security professionals, other first responders, social workers and mental and allied health professionals with practical forensic behavioral education and training with the knowledge and skills needed for these professions. Completing a forensic science program can open up many opportunities in forensic investigation, criminal investigation (CSI) digital forensics, fingerprint analysis, laboratory methods, and investigative methodology. Studying digital forensics and mastering crime scene investigation is a specialized training where you analyze physical evidence and navigate the complexities of the crime scene. Whether you’re in law enforcement or in legal studies, an online graduate certificate in forensic studies designed for professionals offers flexibility for working professionals.
The SFS’s Advanced Practice Certificates cover diverse subject areas, while sharing a single objective: to train and support our participants to effectively prevent and mitigate conflict and violence.
SFS is a corporate partner of the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA). Many of the Advanced Practice Certificates are also eligible for Continuing Education credit through the American Psychological Association (APA).
All our forensic science programs and certificates are offered online by our faculty experts who practice in the respective fields such as forensic psychology, forensic chemistry, forensic criminology, criminal justice technology and many others, and who bring their forensic study experience into the virtual classroom to transform theory into practice.
Explore our Advanced Forensic Certificate Programs
Students seeking admission or enrollment can review the university catalog and consult with an advisor about eligibility. Designed for professionals and students alike, SFS coursework emphasizes applied methodology, psychological principles when relevant, laboratory practice, and dynamic field skills used in forensic and criminal justice settings. Apply today!
Certificate in Fundamentals of Correctional Psychology
Supports mental health professionals and social workers working within, or seeking to work within, correctional systems to attain the skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential to success and safety.
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Certificate in Fundamentals of Correctional Psychology with Assessment
Designed for licensed psychologists and doctoral students who seek advanced knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to working within correctional setting.
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Certificate in Fundamentals of Military and Veterans Psychology
Supports mental health professionals in providing essential services to active and veteran military personnel and their families.
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Certificate in RESPOND: Law Enforcement-Mental Health Response Team
Provides professionals in law enforcement and mental health with education and training to effectively and compassionately respond to situations that involve individuals with mental illness.
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Certificate in Peer Counseling
This forensic graduate certificate is designed for students interested in supporting others by becoming peer counselors or by enhancing their skills as peer counselors.
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Certificate in Threat Assessment and Management
Designed for professionals interested in examining risk factors, criminal behavior, and cues in identifying and managing individuals who may pose a threat to personal and organizational safety.
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