Whether you are moving into an entry-level policing or criminal justice role, or are already employed in the field and wish to expand upon your existing knowledge, this course is ideal professional development for you.
The Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice is an online professional development program that will provide you with an understanding of the Australian criminal justice system.
In this online criminal law course you will explore the law and society, the changing nature of law and criminal law, including the elements of crime, presumption of innocence and the different types of crimes.
You will also explore crime and punishment, crime trends, the role of police in crime prevention and control and the role of the courts in administering justice to perpetrators of crime.
On completion of this course you will gain the confidence to strive for promotional opportunities and further your professional career in policing or criminal justice roles.
Course Structure
Unit: Criminal Law and Justice
- Law and society
- The need for rules
- Changing nature of law
- Introduction to criminal law
- Civil law
- Role of Federal Parliament
- Role of State Parliament
- Heads of power
- Elements of a crime
- Presumption of innocence
- Proof
- Age of criminal responsibility
- Participants in a crime
- Defences for crimes
- Crimes against property
- Crimes against the person
- Crime and punishment
- Investigating a crime
- Crime scenes
- Questioning suspects and witnesses
- Collecting evidence
- Charging the suspect
- Police powers
- Rights of those in custody
- Powers to detail
- Sanctions under criminal law
- Trends in crime
- Repeat offenders
- The impact of crime
- Alternatives to court
- Court hierarchy
- Summary offences
- Indictable offences
- The trial process
- Features of a fair trial
- Rights of the defendant
- Adversarial system
- Role of court personnel
- Legal aid
- Trial by jury
- Criminal trial
- Sentencing factors
- Types of sanctions
- Natural justice
- Case management
- Prisons and community corrections
- Prisons and prisoners
- Early release
- Coping with imprisonment
- Parole
- Prisoner release
- Post-prison transition
- Risk assessment
- Justice and policing
- Institutions of crime control
- Policing
- Media image of police
- Law enforcement
- Crime prevention
- Social services
- Private security
- Traditional policing model
- Community policing model
- Judicial decisions and sentencing
- Determining guilt
- Determining sentences
- Changing sentences
Study Hours
Estimated duration 20 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Very well managed, clearly written courses and learning materials, polite staff and tutors when needed, great service all round.
N. Dutton, Townsville, QLD. | Certificate of Criminal Law and Justice
Great introductory course, very interesting
D.Davey, Seaford Rise, SA | Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice
I thoroughly enjoyed studying with Australian Online Courses as it was user-friendly and assisted in my understanding of both criminal law and the justice system
H. Burke, Kelvin Grove, QLD | Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice
The Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice was exactly what I needed to help understand the process my family and I were going through in the Court system with the loss of my nephew in a road accident.
Never having exposure to the courts or legal processes before it can be very overwhelming trying to understand what you are listening to in the courtroom and process that have to be followed. I was able to relate what I was reading in the course materials back to what we were going through.
F. Reed, Golden Gully, VIC | Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrol Online: Click Add to Cart/View Cart on the course page.
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Enrolling Multiple Staff?
To enrol multiple staff, please complete the Employer Enrolment Form. We’ll be in touch within 60 minutes during business hours!
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and Direct Deposit.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development For:-
- Correctional Officers/Personnel
- Police Officers
- Paralegals
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