Study criminal behaviour, forensic psychology, and offender rehabilitation in a self-paced online course. Includes ICOES-accredited certificate and CPD Points.
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Upon successfully completing the course, students are awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council.
Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their studies.
Upon enrolment, students receive instant access to the Career Centre, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and industry connections.
Study entirely online at your own pace, fitting learning around work and life commitments with no fixed class times.
On completion, students can verify their qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
On completion, students receive a free 12-month student membership to the International Association for Counselling, with access to thousands of articles, interactive webinars, newsletters, and networking and conference opportunities.
The Career Academy donates a portion of all course proceeds to Youthline.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
Students are encouraged to explore further psychology and counselling courses offered by The Career Academy after completing this certificate. Offered through The Career Academy.
Payment Plan – $29 per week. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee included.
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There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people without prior psychology study. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.
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Students have 6 months of online access, with approximately 100 hours of course content. Because the course is fully self-paced, completion time will vary depending on how many hours per week you study.
The course is delivered entirely online and is self-paced, with no fixed class times. Students can study from anywhere in New Zealand with internet access. Tutor support via phone and email is available during business hours throughout enrolment.
No work placement is included in this course. The content is entirely online and theory-based. If you are looking to gain practical experience alongside your studies, submit a Get Course enquiry to explore options.
The course carries ICOES accreditation and is endorsed by the CPD Standards Office, and The Career Academy NZ is a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council. Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement and CPD Points. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.
This Certificate in Criminal Psychology covers the psychological theories behind criminal behaviour, forensic assessment, offender profiling, and rehabilitation approaches. Students explore how psychology applies in justice, corrections, and community settings. The course runs for approximately 100 hours over 6 months of online access.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people working in or moving toward roles in community services, justice support, or behavioural health. No prior psychology study is required to begin. Tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The credential can be verified and shared via SEEK Pass. Students also receive a 12-month student membership to the International Association for Counselling on graduation.
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