Forensic Science Communications Program
Learn about the impact of forensic science on all types of legal work.
Quick Details
The Forensic Science Communications Course focuses on answering the following questions:
- What fits within the range of what is considered forensic science?
- In what new ways is forensic science expanding its impact on all types of legal work?
- How can forensic science be communicated when engaging in all types of legal work?
Participants gain enhanced perspective about how forensic science may be communicated. Examine how language may be used to:
- Communicate the journey that forensic evidence may take
- Communicate forensic science’s influence on decision making
- Situate forensic science within the context of a case
- Suggest connections within a case developed through forensic science
Program Format: Live, instructor-led via Zoom
Total Hours: 2.5 hours
Tuition: $50
Materials: Tuition includes materials and certificate of completion
Have questions? Please email us to request more information.
Upcoming course dates
| Date | Schedule | Register |
|---|---|---|
| February 24 | Tuesday, 5:30–8 p.m. |
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Who should register for the Forensic Science Communications Course?
Anyone who engages in legal work including, but not limited to:
- Police officers and detectives
- Lawyers (defense and prosecutor)
- Junior attorneys
- Legal assistants
- Expert witnesses and those who prepare them to give testimony
- Document administrators and anyone who handles documents in advance of trials
- Independent contractors
What are the prerequisites for this course?
Do I earn a certification for this course?
You will earn a certificate of completion from Towson University upon completion. There is no industry certification given for this course.
Who’s the instructor?
Keri-Anne Croce, Ph.D. has 24 years of experience in the field of communicating science. Dr. Croce has been published in journals such as The Journal of Forensic Science Education and Journal of College Science Teaching. She co-authored the book Developing Science Literacy in the 21st Century. Among her many grants, Dr. Croce received the Tall-Wiedefeld Society Award for her work helping students learn to communicate science. She has taught thousands of individuals how to persuade others using science and mathematics.
What are the technology requirements for the Forensic Science Communications Course?
Listed are the technology requirements needed to enroll in and complete for the Forensic Science Communications Program.
Hardware Requirements
- This program can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
- Webcams are strongly recommended.
Software Requirements
- PC: Windows XP or later.
- Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
- Windows Media Player.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download the Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
*Note: WIOA and other tuition assistance programs are not eligible for course discounts.