Graduate Certificate Human Factors in Forensic Science at Arizona State University

Human factors that involve motivational and cognitive biases can undermine justice by negatively affecting the collection, analysis and interpretation of forensic evidence. By accounting for human factors, forensic examiners can enhance the objectivity and accuracy of their work. The certificate program in human factors in forensic science offers you an interdisciplinary education, a foundation in advanced research in human factors, and the skills to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Faculty: New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences  |  Department: School of Interdisciplinary Forensics  |  Duration: 15 credit hours  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer  |  Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

15 credit hours Required Core (12 credit hours) FOR 525 Forensic Science and Governance (3) PSY 506 Advanced Cognitive Science (3) PSY 514 Fundamentals of Forensic Psychology Research (3) PSY 562 Advanced Human Factors (3) Other Requirements (3 credit hours) FOR 598 Special Topics (3) or PSY 598 Special Topics (3) Additional Curriculum Information The approved topic for FOR/PSY 598 is Psychology of Forensic Decision Making.

Career pathways

Graduates of the certificate program in human factors in forensic science have developed skills and knowledge that enable them to perform their jobs more effectively and that can be applied in a variety of professional settings within the field. Many job opportunities are available to graduates, including these positions: crime scene investigator expert witness forensic technician

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