Criminal Justice Administration Forensic Science Administration - Loyola University New Orleans

Criminal Justice Administration Forensic Science Administration from Loyola University New Orleans is a Campus Master Forensic degree that prepares you for a Legal career. The Forensic Science Administration specialization focuses on providing investigators, law enforcement administrators, forensic science practitioners, and other leaders within the criminal justice field with the necessary tools to properly utilize and manage various aspects of forensic science . As forensic science continues to play an increasing role in the criminal justice system, administrators throughout law enforcement must learn to incorporate this valuable tool into their investigations. Many factors influenced the use of forensic science in recent years including mass media depictions of the field, the standardization and development of best practices, the increased demand for testing, new techniques and technologies, and increased scrutiny by the general public. This specialization in particular will focus on the effective management and coordination of a crime scene division, crime laboratory, or specialized forensic field. In addition, it will provide students with the knowledge to educate members of the criminal justice system and potential jurors of the true nature of forensic science, including its application and limitations. The Forensic Science Administration specialization curriculum is designed to: Expose students to the various fields of forensic science and the proper application of those fields in law enforcement Expose students to the vast requirements now facing crime laboratories, including accreditation, certification programs, and budgetary restraints Develop skills that would be relevant to the effective management and utilization of a crime scene division, crime laboratory, or specialized forensic field Examine critical issues influencing the use of forensic science from the crime scene and into the courtroom Review the case law, legislation, and proposals that govern the use of all aspects of forensic science Examine the role of ethics in forensic science, including general principals, training requirements, and various codes of ethics Expose students to the role of the media in changing the face of forensic science and develop the skills necessary to respond to those changes Provide administrative and managerial knowledge for forensic science practitioners to advance in their careers View more details on Loyola University - New Orleans, LA . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Forensic courses.