Davenport, IA, Sept. 17, 2007-- The School of Criminal Justice at Kaplan University today announced the launch of its online Crime Scene Technician Certificate program, which is designed for law enforcement professionals or those wishing to begin a career in crime scene investigation.
"Crime Scene Investigation is a growing discipline and is in great demand among law enforcement professionals," said Frank DiMarino, Dean of the School of Criminal Justice. "The Kaplan University Crime Scene Technician Certificate is designed for law enforcement professionals seeking to supplement their existing degrees and develop a specialization, which may make them more competitive in the work force."
The curriculum is designed to provide students with an understanding of the analytical procedures, documentation, collection and preservation procedures of crime scene investigation. Students will be taught how to search for specific types of evidence, handle and process physical evidence and identify the boundaries of the crime scene, among other skills. The program is 44 quarter credits.
Enrollment begins immediately, and classes will start on Oct. 10.
Kaplan University, based in Davenport, Iowa, is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). Kaplan University offers more than 75 academic programs and currently serves more than 27,000 online and on-ground students, with support centers in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and Phoenix. To learn more, visit www.kaplanuniversitynews.edu.
About Kaplan Higher Education
Kaplan Higher Education serves more than 75,000 students through 70 campus-based schools across the U.S. and additional schools in Europe, Asia and Australia. It also has online programs through Kaplan Virtual Education, Kaplan University and Concord Law School. Kaplan Higher Education schools offer a spectrum of academic opportunities, from high school diplomas to graduate and professional degrees, including a Juris Doctor degree. Kaplan Higher Education is part of Kaplan, Inc., a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). For more information, visit www.kaplan.com.
