CPD Palm

Who Should Attend?


Fingerprint examiners who have identified a need to refresh their palmar identification skills via their PDR pathway.

Course / Module entry requirements


Attendees are required to be fingerprint experts currently conducting analysis, comparison, evaluation & verification of case work and have a current IDENT1 user name.

No. of courses being run


Year 11/12: 1

Dates and Venues

Course / Module duration

3 days.

Methods of delivery

Classroom based.

Assessment process / accreditation details

There is no formal assessment associated with this training but attendees will be credited with 18 hours of continuous professional development [CPD] hours..

Certification

Certificate of Attendance

Additional Information

Equates to 18 CPD hours.

For bookings and enquiries, please contact

Tel: +44 (0)1388 744100
Email: 
forensiccentre@npia.pnn.police.uk

Cost to HO Forces

Year 11/12: £298 Plus accommodation and meals charges

Cost to non HO Forces

Year 11/12: £298 Plus accommodation and meals charges

Overview


A three day workshop to allow fingerprint examiners a greater understanding of palmar surfaces, enabling them to refresh their palm identification skills and update current practices.

Aims


This is a practically based workshop which will enable the fingerprint examiner to refresh their palm identification skills and update current practices.

Objectives


By the end of this workshop you will be able to;

  • Develop existing knowledge regarding the development of palmar friction ridge skin and creases
  • Understand the scientific basis for individuality, persistence and immutability of palmar ridged skin.
  • Practice the principles surrounding Qualitative/Quantitative analysis of palmar friction ridge skin
  • Develop skill in locating, orientating and searching palm impressions
  • Understand and demonstrate the underpinning knowledge supporting palmar identification