Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Holly Lodge Girls' College, full-time during the day. This free criminology course runs over 22 months and covers the criminal justice system, crime theory, and how society responds to offending. You'll apply theoretical ideas to real cases and develop research, analytical thinking, and communication skills. The course is useful preparation for university study in criminology, law, psychology, or sociology. It also points toward careers in social work, probation, policing, and related fields.
Who this course is for
Anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system or aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, law, psychology and sociology. It's particularly useful if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university and it will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems. You'll also develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore how the criminal justice system works in the UK.
You'll study theories of crime and why people offend.
You'll analyse how society and the state respond to criminal behaviour.
You'll apply criminological theory to real-life cases and scenarios.
You'll develop research skills, including gathering and evaluating evidence.
You'll build analytical thinking and structured written communication skills.
You'll examine topics relevant to law, psychology, and sociology.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Holly Lodge Girls' College. The WJEC Certificate in Criminology is assessed through a combination of controlled assessments and written examinations. Controlled assessments require you to research and respond to set tasks under supervised conditions. Written exams test your knowledge and understanding of criminological concepts and the criminal justice system.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Holly Lodge Girls' College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, working in crime prevention and investigation
Probation officer, supporting offenders through rehabilitation
Social worker, helping vulnerable people in the community
Youth justice worker, working with young people in the justice system
Paralegal, supporting solicitors and legal teams
Community support officer, assisting police in local areas
Prison officer, managing and supporting people in custody
What you could study next
A Level Law or A Level Psychology: deepen subject knowledge before university.
BA (Hons) Criminology: the natural next step if you want to study criminology at degree level.
BA (Hons) Social Work: leads to a career as a qualified social worker.
BA (Hons) Law (LLB): for those aiming toward a legal career.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Sciences): an alternative university entry route for adults returning to study.
