Back

Criminal Justice
PDFPrintE-mail

 
College:
College SA
School: School of Forensic Investigation
Course Type: Short Course / Hobbyist – Forensic
Course: Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice
Award type:
College SA Certificate
SAQA Programme ID:
N/A
NQF Level: N/A
Certificate issued by: College SA and Strategic Investigations and Seminars

What is Criminal Justice?


Criminal Justice is the system of practices and institutions of governments directed at upholding social control, deterring and mitigating crime, and sanctioning those who violate laws with criminal penalties and rehabilitation efforts.

Why Should I Study Criminal Justice?


You should study Criminal Justice to find out how the Criminal Justice System works, as well as how the Criminal Procedure Act and Criminal Law affects your life.


Criminal Justice: Course Structure

In order to complete The Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice, students will have to complete the following Modules:

  • Tactics for Winning
  • Report Writing (2 Modules)
  • Introduction to the South African Criminal Justice System (2 Modules)
  • Introduction to South African Criminal Law (2 Modules)
  • Search and Seizure according to the Criminal Procedure Act (2 Modules)

Criminal Justice: Programme Outcomes


  • Tactics for Winning
This is the first Module that all students have to complete once they have registered with College SA.  This Module is designed to introduce Students to the College. In this Module, you will learn more about how Distance Learning Works and what the best ways are to study to prepare for assessments.

  • Report Writing
There are two Modules to this component. You will learn about the different types of writing skills for the different investigative purposes. You will also learn how to access, process, re-organise and synthesise information.

  • Introduction to the South African Criminal Justice System
There are two Modules to this component. You will be given an orientation of the need for a legal system, the role of law, the different sources of law, the South African Court Structure and their Jurisdiction, and key role players within the Criminal Justice System.

  • Introduction to South African Criminal Law
There are two Modules to this component. You will learn more about the four components of any given crime; the principle of legality and the elements of conduct, unlawfulness and culpability.

  • Search and Seizure according to the Criminal Procedure Act
There are two Modules to this component. You will be guided through some of the requirements for conducting Search and Seizures.

Course Duration


The Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice will take you approximately 12 months to complete.

Entrance Requirements


  • The ability to read and write in English.

Assessment and Award


All Students are required to complete Tactics for Winning, and also, to pass all the Multiple Choice Assignments. A pass is any mark of 50% or higher.

On completion of the Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from College SA and Strategic Investigations and Seminars.

Strategic Investigations and Seminars – More about Them


Strategic Investigations and Seminars (SIS) is a specialist training provider that offers a wide range of training solutions in the fields of Forensic Investigation and Forensic Science. SIS have a vision to reach out into Africa, equipping individuals with quality and practical skills in the field of Forensic Investigative Science.

Strategic Investigations and Seminars (SIS) is registered and accredited as a service provider with the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authoring (SASSETA) – ID 081 985 269 9877.

Is this the Right Field of Study for YOU?


Do this short questionnaire to find out if this is the right field of study for YOU. Answer either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’.

  1. Are you interested in learning more about Criminal Justice?
  2. Do you want to learn more about why we need a legal system?
  3. Do you want to learn more about the history and composition of the Legal System in South Africa?
  4. Do you want to find out who the role players in the South African Criminal Justice System are?
  5. Do you want to learn more about what makes a crime a crime?
  6. Do you want to learn more about legal searches and seizures?
  7. Would you like to learn more about how to write up an investigative report?
  8. Do legal matters interest you?
  9. Are you interested in studying a course with a College that will provide you with support every step of the way?
  10. Do you wish to register for a course that will give you a better understanding of Criminal Justice?

If you answered YES to more than four of these questions, then this is the right field of study for YOU. We recommend that you register for the Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice right away!

Interested? Want to find out MORE?


If you would like to find out more about the Short Course Certificate: Criminal Justice, please click on this link that will take you to a Form page. Fill in the short Form and one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and provide you with all the information that you need.

Call now


Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the Classes?
College SA is a home study college. This means that you do not have to go to class. You study at home, on the train, at work, after hours, on your lunch break, or over weekends! This means that you save a lot of costs that classroom students have to pay. Things like travel costs and accommodation are expensive for classroom students. Obviously it is also safer to study in your own home. It also means that you can work while you study, so you can earn a salary and get your qualification at the same time.
Do I get study material from the College?
College SA includes all your books, course items and study material with your course. So unlike other colleges, we shall not give you a list of books to buy. One you have paid for the course, you are entitled to recieve all the study material you need from us. In some cases there might be recommended reading materials which the college does not provide. But this will only be materials that are not essentials to passing your course.
What is the cost of the study material?
Your study material is included in your course fees, so the college does not charge you for study material.