Kickstart 2025 with a New Learning Opportunity: PGCert Advanced Forensic Practice
Take your forensic healthcare career to the next level with a UKAFNP ASET-accredited programme

Are you ready to advance your career in forensic healthcare? The Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Advanced Forensic Practice at the University of Greenwich is now open for applications, offering a flexible, dynamic, and comprehensive pathway for healthcare professionals working in police custody suites and sexual assault referral centres (SARCs).
Course Overview
This UKAFNP ASET-accredited programme is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in forensic healthcare. Delivered by expert educators from diverse fields, including health sciences, criminology and law, the course blends online learning with immersive on-campus sessions, ensuring accessibility for professionals from across the UK.
Key Details:
- Start Date: 7th February 2025
- Duration: 1 year (60 credits)
- Cost: £3,700
- Mode of Study: Hybrid (online and on-campus sessions)
- Applications Open Now: Apply Here
- More Information: Adobe Course Page
Flexible and Accessible Learning
Understanding the demands on forensic healthcare professionals, the University of Greenwich has carefully structured the course:
- Online Live Sessions: Most teaching happens live online every Friday.
- On-Campus Days: Just 6 days per year spread across three terms (two consecutive days per term). These focused sessions are designed for immersive simulation-based training in crime scene investigation, courtroom procedures, and forensic sampling.
- Self-Directed Study: Additional asynchronous learning opportunities allow you to study at your own pace.
This flexible format ensures minimal disruption to your professional commitments while delivering an exceptional learning experience.
Why Choose a UKAFNP ASET-Accredited Course?
The UKAFNP ASET (Advanced Standards for Education and Training) accreditation ensures that this programme meets the highest educational and professional standards in forensic healthcare. ASET accreditation is your assurance that this course aligns with the competencies required to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care in forensic settings.
Learn more about ASET accreditation: UKAFNP ASET
Who Should Apply?
This course is ideal for:
- Nurses and paramedics working in police custody suites or sexual assault referral centres (SARCs).
- Healthcare professionals aiming to enhance their skills in forensic healthcare.
- Those seeking to align their practice with UKAFNP ASET competencies.
Apply Now – Don’t Miss Out!
With the course starting on 7th February 2025, time is of the essence. The application process involves several departments, so the sooner you apply, the better your chances of securing your place on time.
👉 Apply Now: University of Greenwich Application Portal
👉 Find Out More: Course Information Page
Invest in Your Future
This Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Forensic Practice is more than just a qualification—it’s an investment in your career, your practice, and the communities you serve. Equip yourself with the tools to deliver exceptional forensic healthcare in complex and challenging settings.
Don’t wait—2025 is your year to grow, learn, and lead in forensic healthcare.
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