Forensic Science Education: Seminars
Basic Forensic Science and Medicine Seminars
The foundation of VIFSM’s forensic training is its Basic 4-day Forensic Science and Medicine seminar. The course is an intense, comprehensive overview of the concepts and principles of forensic science and clinical forensic medicine. Attendees will benefit from the course by learning a scientific, systematic approach to crime and death investigation with applied theory and hands-on learning. As a result of successful completion of the course, attendees earn continuing professional education credits, or can earn 3 hours of graduate credit for an additional fee.
- Unidentified Remains Seminar - October 6-9, 2008
- Investigation & Scene Management of Violent Death: A Local Medical Examiner's Seminar - October 22, 2008
- Basic Forensic Science and Medicine Seminar - November 10-13, 2008
Advanced Training and Seminars
The Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine offers a variety of seminars for professionals who have experience in the field of forensic science and medicine and are looking to further develop their forensic skills. Our advanced courses are designed to take one topic in the forensic arena and explore the nuances of case application, investigation, forensic analysis, and adjudication. The program is designed for those who have a basic understanding of the principles of forensic science and medicine or have experience in violent crime or death investigation.