Who Should Attend?
Newly appointed Forensic Physicians or nurses undertaking the role in Police Forces.
Course / Module entry requirements
GMC certificate and insurance to practice must be provided
No. of courses being run
11/ 12: 3
Dates and Venues
From: 27 Feb 2012
To: 02 Mar 2012
Venue:
Harperley Hall
Places: Please Call
Course / Module duration
1 week
Methods of delivery
Classroom delivery / practical / courtroom.
Assessment process / accreditation details
Post Graduate Certificate in Forensic Medicine awarded by Teesside University.
For bookings and enquiries, please contact
Tel: +44 (0)1388 744100
Email:
forensiccentre@npia.pnn.police.uk
Cost to HO Forces
Year 11/12: £2,055 basic £2,375 including £320 Accreditation
Cost to non HO Forces
Year 11/12: £2,055 basic £2,375 including £320 Accreditation
Overview
The course concentrates on the application of medical skills within the police investigation context. Subjects covered are Consent and Confidentiality, Classification of Injuries, Drink/Drugs Driving, Fitness to Detain/Interview, Substance Misuse, Mental Health, Deaths in Custody, Sexual Offences, Child Abuse and Protection, PACE and the Custody Officer. Included is the provision of evidence as an expert witness and courtroom experience. This course is delivered in partnership with The Forensic Faculty of the Royal College of Physicians.
Aims
To develop the skills needed to fulfill the role of Forensic Physicians and Forensic Nurses and improve knowledge levels in the field of clinical forensic medicine.
Objectives
On completion of the course participants will:
