Forensic Health Sciences, Graduate Certificate, Part-time

Program Overview

This Forensic Health Sciences program provides a comprehensive foundation in forensic science, including law, introduction to the field, and specialized courses in violence and trauma. Students can choose from elective courses to tailor their studies to their interests. The program prepares individuals for careers in areas where medical and legal issues intersect, such as child abuse, sexual assault, and death investigation.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Required Courses:
• FSCT 9009: Law for Forensic Science
(3.0 credits)
• FSCT 9320: Introduction to Forensic Sciences
(3.0 credits)
• FSCT 9810: Foundations of Forensic Health Sciences
(3.0 credits)
• FSCT 9820: Forensic Health Sciences in Violence and Trauma
(3.0 credits)
• Elective Courses:
Students must complete 3.0 credits from the following list:
• FSCT 9830: Forensic Evaluation Injuries
(3.0 credits)
• FSCT 9850: Pediatric Sexual Violence Examiner Core Education
(3.0 credits)
• FSCT 9860: Death Investigation
(3.0 credits)

Assessment:

The minimum passing grade for each course is 60%. Students will be graded on a combination of the following:

• Participation in in-class exercises
• Participation in and completion of case studies
• Participation in discussion forums
• Submission of completed projects
• Submission of completed assignments
• Quizzes
• Mid-term and final examinations

Careers:

• Individuals who pursue this credential can work in areas where medical and legal issues overlap, such as:
• Child and elder abuse and neglect
• Interpersonal violence, including sexual assault
• Intentional or non-intentional trauma
• Corrections and psychiatric institutions
• Death investigation
• Disaster response
• Risk management in healthcare
• Medical malpractice