Criminology
Do you know why a criminal commit crime?
Criminology is the scientific study of the nature, extent, causes,
and control of criminal behaviour in both the individual and in society.
The purpose of the qualification is to equip learners and persons with an
interest in crime and victimisation with knowledge and skills needed for
creating and maintaining safety in society. Crime and victimisation in
South Africa have severe consequences for the sustained development of
society, the economy and ecology. This qualification will provide expert
knowledge to enable learners to deal effectively with crime, conflict
and victimisation in the social and economic spheres. This will contribute
to a more just and democratic society while operating within the framework
of the SA Constitution and the Bill of Rights and any other relevant national,
regional and international guidelines and/or conventions and treaties.
To enrol for this qualification it is advisable to have passed Grade 12
or an NQF Level 4 Equivalent with the following subjects:
Mathematical Skills at NQF level 4.
Communication Skills at NQF level 4.
The qualification allows learners the opportunity to explore career
options in the field of crime and victimisation. It is therefore felt
that the National Certificate in Criminology makes a unique contribution to
learning with a special relevance and applicability to South Africa.
Study by attending classes or make use of the distance learning method.
Enrol now for the study window that
commence 1 April 2011!
Compulsory Skills Programmes
| SKILLS PROGRAMME 1: CONTRIBUTING RISK FACTORS |
- Identify risk factors contributing to crime and victimisation
- Explain risk factors contributing to crime and victimisation
20 CREDITS
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| SKILLS PROGRAMME 2: RESOURCE MANAGEMENT |
- Manage teams
- Monitor team effectiveness
- Information management
- Communication techniques
- Achieving objectives
- Time management
- Establish and maintain relationships
38 CREDITS
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| SKILLS PROGRAMME 3: CRIME AND VICTIMISATION RISK STRATEGIES |
- Design appropriate strategies
- Analyse existing strategies
- Use legislation, policy and protocols
- Manage Strategies
40 CREDITS
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| SKILLS PROGRAMME 4: EVALUATE AND REPORT ON CRIME AND VICTIMISATION STRATEGIES |
- Evaluate strategy effectiveness
- Prepare a context specific report
- Report results
30 CREDITS
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Elective Skills Programme Options
| SKILLS PROGRAMME 5: CRIME AND VICTIMISATION TRENDS |
- Examine Crime trends and patterns
8 CREDITS
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| SKILLS PROGRAMME 6: CODE OF CONDUCT AND TEAM DIVERSITY |
- Implement codes of conduct
- Manage workplace diversity
8 CREDITS
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Enrol now for the study window that
commence 1 April 2011!