Human Skeletal Anatomy and Comparative Anatomy

Overview

This one-day course provides an overview of the techniques used by a Forensic Anthropologists in Human Skeletal Anatomy and Comparative Anatomy investigation.

Who is this Course for?

This course is designed for those seeking to continue their professional development.

This includes:

• Crime Scene Managers, Crime Scene / Forensic Investigators

• Police Search Advisors, Licensed Search Officers and Major Crime Investigation Team

• Scientific Support Managers and Forensic Service Managers

• Undergraduates and Post-graduates studying forensic anthropology and archaeology

Certification

Upon completion of this course, a Continual Professional Development (CPD) certificate will be awarded.

Course Aims

The aims of these courses are:

1.

To provide an introduction and overview of the techniques used by Forensic Anthropologists to identify human vs non-human skeletal remains.

2.

To assist police personnel and forensic practitioners in making an initial on scene assessment as to whether or not skeletal remains may be human or non-human before seeking professional advice.

3.

Understand how our bones develop and change appearance as we age.

Course Modules

• Understand the role of a Forensic Anthropologist

• Introduction to human skeletal identification –including adult vs juvenile human remains

• Introduction to identifying human vs non-human skeletal remains

• Practical sessions which put theory into practice with access to an extensive non-human and archaeological human skeletal collection.

Contact our Training & Events team to book your place.

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