Criminal Investigation and the Criminal Justice System

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the legal framework that criminal law investigators must adhere to secure a criminal conviction.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the legal framework and criminal law that criminal investigators must adhere to.

  • 1.2.

    Explain ways in which investigations are undertaken to ensure that they meet the Code of Ethics.

  • 1.3.

    Explain criminal justice system processes.

2.

Know the procedures and the resources available in criminal investigations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Evaluate the stages of the investigation process, including interviewing and the resources available during a criminal investigation.

  • 2.2.

    Demonstrate appropriate interview skills using techniques to gain intelligence information.

3.

Be able to use communication skills as a professional witness in a mock criminal trial.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Demonstrate effective communication skills as a professional witness in a mock criminal trial.