Forensic Sciences

The Forensic Sciences Division provides innovative education and training programs in the forensic sciences. The courses offered range from introductory level courses such as Crime Scene Investigation, Basic Crime Scene Processing, and Basic Digital Photography to more specialized courses such as Recovery of Human Remains, Computer Crime, Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, and Using Forensic Light sources. The Forensic Sciences Division also offers two intensive programs designed to assist Arkansas law enforcement in effectively processing crime scenes for physical evidence—the Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program and the Advanced Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program. Both are nationally unique programs that allow rural and urban law enforcement personnel to receive hands-on education and training in crime scene investigation that will assist them in solving more crime in the communities they serve and protect.

All forensic sciences courses are designed to emphasize student participation and competency assessment through hands-on exercises and the utilization of computer, forensic, and educational equipment. The quality of these programs is enhanced by the case and law enforcement instructional experience of our instructors.

Because more than 95% of the law enforcement agencies in Arkansas serve and protect rural communities, all programs are designed to meet the unique needs and challenges of rural agencies. To increase the number of officers having access to these courses, the number of courses delivered off-campus has been increased.

Computer Education

The Computer Education Division’s computer courses are designed to enhance the computer knowledge and skills of law enforcement officers and criminal justice personnel throughout the State. Instruction is provided using everyday terminology. The courses provide easy-to-follow procedures for accomplishing each objective and provide real-life law enforcement examples.

All courses are delivered in our computer lab. Enrollment in all computer application courses will be restricted to a maximum of 20 participants. Unless otherwise indicated, all computer enhancement courses will be held between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. in the Criminal Justice Institute Annex Building.

For more information about these courses, please contact Judy Johnson (501-570-8076) or Mira Frosolono (501-570-8072).

 

7723 Col. Glenn Road
Little Rock, Arkansas 72204
501-570-8000
1-800-635-6310
Fax: 501-565-3081