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2025-2026 NOVA Catalog

Criminal Justice: General Forensic Investigation, C.S.C. ​Discontinued Fall 2025

Location(s): AL, AN, MA, WO

​Discontinued Fall 2025

CIP Code: 43.0406

NOVA Code: 221-405-43

Purpose: This curriculum is designed to provide an introduction to the forensic investigation aspect of law enforcement and investigation. It provides an overview of forensic evidence, investigation methods, and procedures suitable for persons exploring the field as a career option or in need of training for promotion. The curriculum can be applied toward program electives in the Associate of Applied Science in Administration of Justice.

One Year

1st Semester

Total 11 credits

2nd Semester

Total 9-10 credits

Total credits for the General Forensic Investigation Career Studies Certificate: 20-21 credits

1 Homicide Seminar must be three-credit option.

2 Approved forensic elective courses include the following: ADJ 127 , ADJ 164 , ADJ 172 , ADJ 186 , ADJ 236 , ADJ 275  as well as ADJ faculty approved electives including ADJ 295 Topics In or ADJ 298 Seminar courses.