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Course Description

This course examines the basic principles and techniques of forensic sciences. Topics include the roles and responsibility of collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes and in the emergency department. The steps involved, and medical ethics issues inherent in, the medico-legal investigation of injury and death, beginning at the crime scene and extending through judicial proceedings, are detailed using an extensive collection of slides and case presentations. This course is designed for health care providers, law enforcement and emergency services personnel and others with interests in forensic sciences.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Online - Fix-date
Dates
Jan 06, 2025 to Feb 14, 2025
Contact Hours
30.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition - $900 credit (3 units) $1,000.00
Available for Credit
3 units
Section Notes

Approved for California Board of Registered Nurses CE hours. Enroll before December 12 and save 15%. Apply discount code WNTR15.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Forensic Nursing Science by Lynch, V. A., & Duval, J. B. Mosby; 2nd Edition 2nd edition ISBN 978-0323066372
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