Ashworth College

Earning a Career Diploma in Forensic Science can teach students the proper procedures to identify, collect, and analyze forensic evidence that can link criminals to the crime scene for prosecution. The initial investigation of a crime scene is crucial to the preservation of evidence, so courses will provide the step-by-step process involved to collect hair, fiber, fingerprints, and bodily fluids that can provide DNA samples and other evidence to include or exclude suspects from the scene.

The purpose of the Paralegal Studies Career Diploma program is to provide educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the area of paralegal services. The career diploma program is intended to produce graduates who are prepared for entry-level employment as paralegal professionals who assist attorneys in the research, investigation, document preparation, and writing responsibilities in legal offices, banking, insurance, engineering, medical, and personnel functions.

Earning a diploma in Private Investigation can prepare students for an exciting career as an investigator as they learn the various techniques that are used to gather and collect information electronically and personally. There are many types of investigations ranging from crime scene analysis, domestic and child custody cases, insurance scams, and more, so these lessons will also be covered. Courses will also cover the ethical and legal concepts that affect the business and how to work with law enforcement personnel whenever necessary as well as provide personal and retail security to increase career options.

Earning a diploma in Security Services can prepare students with ways to protect public and private assets and more importantly protect people from the threat of crime and terrorism. Lessons will cover risk assessment, electronic security devices, emergency preparedness, and how to deal with public and private law enforcement personnel. Graduates can also learn how and when to install security systems for surveillance or alarms and the legal considerations of operating within the laws.