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Forensic Science Courses

Forensic science courses cover techniques such as crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and analysis of biological and physical evidence. You can learn about tools like DNA profiling, toxicology, and digital forensics, as well as methods for documenting and presenting findings in legal contexts.

Popular Forensic Science Courses and Certifications


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    STARWEAVER

    Digital Forensics: A Guide to Cybercrime Investigation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cyber Operations, Technical Communication, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Cyber Risk, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Windows Registry Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, Digital Analysis, User Accounts, System Configuration, Software Installation

    4.7 stars, 70 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (70) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Respiration, Anatomy, Cardiology, Immunology, Hematology, Capillary, Pathology, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Lifelong Learning

    4.8 stars, 44 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (44) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Fundamentals of Materials Science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Engineering

    4.6 stars, 204 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (204) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Windows OS Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Data Validation, Data Storage

    4.7 stars, 89 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (89) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    4.9 stars, 64 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (64) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
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    U
    I

    Multiple educators

    Data Science Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Web Scraping, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Machine Learning, Project Management

    4.6 stars, 118K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (118K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Physiology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Cleansing, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, R Programming, Data Science, Big Data, Data Analysis Software, Computer Programming Tools, Cloud Computing, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 102K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (102K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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    University of Michigan

    Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Terminology, Respiration, Mechanics, Biology

    4.8 stars, 2.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lecturio

    Biochemistry for Science & Health Careers

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Endocrinology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Clinical Nutrition, Pharmacology, Hematology, Oncology, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Respiration, Pathology, Biology, Mathematical Modeling

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
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How to choose the right Forensic Science course

Start with what you want to do in forensic science. If you're interested in crime scene investigation, choose courses covering evidence collection, crime scene processing, and investigative techniques. For a focus on forensic biology, look for courses that include DNA analysis, toxicology, and biological evidence examination. Compare the content to find what aligns with your interests.

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