Course Introduction

FCC 14 : Forensic Anthropology

  • Course Outline
  • Curriculum
  • FAQ
  • Case Studies
  • Reviews

Certification
Foundation Course Certificate

Mode of Study
100% Online Start now and learn from anywhere

Learning Hours
15 hours of Video Sessions

Learning Medium
English


Learn Forensic at Your Own Pace, Master at Your Own Time!
Unlock Your Potential with Self-Paced Learning!

Learn Anytime, Anywhere
No schedules, no pressure! Study at your convenience

Go at Your Own Speed
Master concepts without rushing or slowing down

Full Access to Course Materials
Revisit lessons whenever you need

Expert-Led Content
Gain industry-relevant skills from top instructors

Perfect for Professionals & Students
Balance learning with your lifestyle

Affordable & Cost-Effective
No travel, no extra expenses, just pure learning!  

Earn a Recognized Certification
Boost your resume and career prospects

Join Thousands of Successful Learners Today!  

Enroll Now & Take Control of Your Learning Journey!

Forensic anthropology involves the application of skeletal analysis to criminal investigations, helping to identify individuals and determine critical details such as age, sex, ancestry, and cause of death. The online Forensic Anthropology Foundation Certificate Course by the Sherlock Institute of Forensic Science will provide you with the specialized skills to analyze human remains and understand the historical and biological significance behind skeletal evidence, making it an essential tool in solving criminal cases.

The pre-recorded course is taught by industry experts and will provide you in-depth knowledge about forensic archaeology, bone identification, osteometry, craniometric measurements, ancestry estimation, burial scene investigations, lab procedures, ways to analyze skeletal remains to uncover important information, and how forensic anthropologists contribute to the investigation of criminal activities and human history.

This certified forensic anthropology course will open doors to new avenues in this field. You can take up more advanced-level courses, thereby making a way for new career opportunities in the criminal justice field, offering you a competitive edge over your peers for positions in forensic science, law enforcement, or related areas. Join us to know the secrets of this interesting and ever-growing field of forensic science and learn how to contribute meaningfully to criminal investigations.


Become Proficient to Answer:

- What is the role of forensic anthropology in criminal investigations?

- How are human skeletal remains assessed to give them an age, sex, and ancestry of the individual that the skeleton belonged to?

- What various techniques are employed to estimate postmortem interval using skeletal remains?

- In what way can trauma on bones be used to determine the cause and manner of death?

- What roles do skeletal anomalies play in forensic analysis?

- In what ways do forensic anthropologists contribute to mass disasters and war crimes?

- What methods are there of determining the identity of a person from skeletal remains?

- How useful is the bone analysis in order to determine the presence of disease or previous injury?

- What other tools or technology are used in the aspect of the identification and analysis of human remains?

- What do forensic anthropologists do, and how do they work with police and attorneys?

- What ethical issues may arise when dealing with human remains in investigations?

- What role does forensic anthropology play in cold or historical case solving?


Learning Outcomes:

Forensic Anthropology Understanding: This course will provide you with an understanding of how to analyze human remains for forensic investigations aimed at determining identification and cause of death.

Human Remains Analysis: You will develop skills to analyze skeletal remains and interpret signs of trauma, disease, and age to support criminal investigations.

Identification Techniques: You will learn the methods used in identifying unknown human remains, including facial reconstruction and comparison with missing persons databases.

Dental Evidence Significance: You will understand what role dental records and bite mark analysis play in identifying victims or suspects in forensic investigations.

Ethical and Legal Considerations: You will learn the ethical and legal responsibilities when dealing with human remains and presenting forensic findings in a court of law.


Course Details:

Fee

National: 1770 INR (1500 INR + 18% GST)

International: 50 USD 

Duration

1 Month

Eligibility

12th Passed

Session Timing

Learn with your own Pace

Payment Details:

International Student : PayPal: forensicdocument@gmail.com

Account Details for National Student

Bank Name  - ICICI BANK
Acc. Name    - SIFS INDIA PVT. LTD.
Account No. - 663505500086
Type         - Current
IFSC Code    -   ICIC0000160
Address         - ICICI Bank, H-4, Model Town -III, New Delhi - 110009

  • Curriculum


    MODULE 1 – INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY

    In this module you will get a basic understanding of forensic anthropology, which includes its historical evolution, role and scope within legal contexts, subdomains of this discipline, anthropological techniques like skeletal analysis, and what significance it holds in solving complex forensic cases.

    MODULE 2 – FORENSIC ARCHAEOLOGY AND SCENE PROCESSING METHOD

    This module explores the principles of forensic archaeology, emphasizing its role in crime scene investigation, including search strategies, scene recording, recovery methods, and archaeological theory application. It highlights best practices for scene documentation, evidence collection, and packaging, ensuring accuracy and integrity. You will gain skills to integrate archaeological methods with forensic techniques during complex investigative processes.

    MODULE 3 - HUMAN SKELETAL ANATOMY AND OSTEOLOGY

    This module covers human osteology, its history, principles, bone structure (gross and microscopic anatomy), bone growth, development, orientation, and anatomical terminology. You will be taught about different bone functions and their identification methods, like axial and appendicular skeletons, the role bones play in identifying and individualizing, along with their importance to help legal bodies in solving cases through in-depth analysis of skeletal remains.

    MODULE 4 – SOMATOSCOPY AND PHYSICAL OBSERVATION

    In this module you will learn about the tools and techniques used in forensic anthropological measurement and somatoscopy observations, which include techniques like portrait parle, physical observation and documentation, recordings, and body features. The module also covers techniques to examine several other body parts like body posture, neck, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, hands, fingers, fingernails, feet, toes, and toenails.

    MODULE 5 – SOMATOMETRY

    This module covers the techniques like anthropometric measurement and somatometry, which are necessary for identifying landmarks for precise measurements. In this module you will also gain an in-depth understanding of somatometric measurements, including height, frontal trunk, upper and lower extremities, girth, skin fold, and head measurements. These provide crucial data needed for forensic analysis. The role of indices in assessing proportions and relationships between different body dimensions is also discussed.

    MODULE 6 – OSTEOMETRY

    This module starts with an introduction to osteometry, a technique used for forensic anthropological measurement. You will learn about various measurement methods, including skeletal elements such as the sternum, ribs, vertebrae, clavicle, scapula, humerus, radius, ulna, hand, pelvis, sacrum, hip bone, femur, patella, tibia, fibula, and foot.

    MODULE 7 – CRANIOMETRY

    This module covers the role of craniometric measurement in forensic anthropology and outlines craniometric landmarks and measurement techniques. It covers the neurocranium (length, breadth, height, and circumference measurement), planchonocranium (length, breadth, and height measurement), skull as a whole (measurement of orbit, nasal region, upper jaw and pallate, lower jaw and mandible, angles, volume, and weight), indices, and craniographic techniques (sagittal, frontal, and horizontal curves and craniographic measurement).

    MODULE 8 – INDIVIDUALIZATION THROUGH BONES I

    This module will explore the medico-legal importance of identity and the role of forensic anthropology in identifying both the living and the deceased. The module also covers the ways to identify the dead covering aspects, such as determining origin (human or non-human) and sex determination (general appearance, skull, mandible, pelvis, sacrum, sternum, ribs, thoracic bones, vertebral column, femur, and scapula).

    MODULE 9 – INDIVIDUALIZATION THROUGH BONES II

    This module focuses on the concept of age estimation, which includes feotus, teeth, and bones (ossification center and suture), and the medico-legal significance of determining age within a forensic context, along with race, stature, and facial reconstruction, are also covered.

    MODULE 10 – ESTIMATION OF ANCESTARY

    This module covers the principles and methodologies of forensic anthropology, with a focus on:

    Morphoscopic (non-metric) covering the visual assessment of skeletal features.

    Craniometric analysis involving precise measurements of the skull, which provides quantitative data for forensic examinations.

    Post-cranial methods that cover analyzing skeletal elements apart from the skull to assist in understanding individual characteristics.

    These techniques help in in-depth analysis for the identification and profiling of individuals in medico-legal contexts.

    MODULE 11 – FIELDS METHODS

    In this module you will get a basic know-how of the forensic anthropology process, the importance of preplanning for fieldwork, the need for meticulous preparation before excavation (exposure, processing, and recording of archeological remains), burial location and scene investigation, and the procedures of excavation and exhumation. The module also covers concepts like post-mortem interval and forensic taphonomy, including immediate post-mortem changes and the decomposition process. The importance of regular quality checks for fieldwork during forensic anthropology investigations to ensure precision and reliability in legal contexts.

    MODULE 12 – LAB PROCEDURE AND REPORTING

    This module covers the bone preparation and restoration processes in forensic anthropology, the distinctions and approaches in handling archaeological bone, forensic bone, and fossilized bone, restoration and preservation of skeletal remains, metric acquisition and analysis using traditional osteometric tools for precise measurements during forensic investigations, and the analysis of skeletal remains in legal investigations.

  • What steps should I follow to enroll for this foundation certificate course?
    To enroll, click on the “Register for Course” option available on the right side of the screen, followed by the provided instructions and payment procedure.
  • Who is eligible to enroll in this foundation certificate course?

    12th (of any stream) pass or any graduate student can enroll in the foundation certificate course.

  • How will I receive confirmation once I have completed the payment procedure?
    Admission Confirmation email will be sent to your registered email ID once the payment is verified.
  • Are there any prerequisites for this foundation certificate course?
    In case of any prerequisites provided by the resource person, we will provide the students with prior information on their WhatsApp group.
  • Are there any live lectures provided in this foundation certificate course?

    There will be no live sessions except one masterclass for doubt clearance, for which the joining link will be shared. The entire curriculum is taught via recorded sessions.

  • How will I receive the session joining link?

    Enrolled students will receive recorded sessions. There will be no live classes except the masterclass, for which the joining link will be shared.

  • What will be the duration of the lecture?

    The duration of each lecture will be 1 hour and 15 minutes of discussion.

  • Will I get the recorded lectures?
    Yes, recorded lectures will be provided through your portal.
  • Can the study materials be accessed at any time?
    All the course material will be available on the portal. Hence, you can access it 24/7 and study at your own pace.
  • What are the benefits of completing this foundation certificate course?
    Completing the Online Foundation Certificate Course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions. It can also serve as a strong foundation for further education or career advancement in forensic science.
  • Is there a certificate awarded upon completion of the foundation certificate course?
    Yes, upon successful completion of the foundation certificate course, you will receive an eCertificate, which can be a valuable addition to your resume and may enhance your career prospects in the field.
  • Where to contact in case of any queries?
    Write to us at education@sifs.in, call: +91-1147074263, or WhatsApp: +91-7303913002.
  • Is a refund available after payment and registration?
    Kindly go through the syllabus and curriculum of the course carefully. No refund is possible once the payment is made.

A Mass Shooting in a Small Texas Town

In November 2017, people inside a small Baptist church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, just outside of San Antonio, were attacked by a man in black attire who fired blindly at them.

As per the New York Times article, 26 people were killed and about 20 were wounded. It was considered one of the most horrific mass shootings in the history of Texas, and the victims fell in the age range of 5 to 72.

District 1 Fire and Rescue (Wilson County's emergency services system member) and its volunteer emergency medical services (EMS) partner were initially contacted for a potential shooting but were later updated to a mass shooting.

Also, all the emergency service providers in the country were contacted to assist. It was a result of working in collaboration with all teams that District 1 Fire and Rescue efficiently countered the community demand following the disaster.

Destiny Crystal Woodman

5

The forensic anthropology foundation course was truly enlightening. The modules on human skeletal analysis and identification were incredibly detailed and engaging. A fantastic learning experience overall!

Ronecia Alicia D'Andrade

5

This course offered a perfect mix of theory and real-life case-solving methodologies. The instructors provided clear guidance throughout. Highly recommend it to aspiring forensic anthropologists.

Oijah Melesse Mussenden

5

An exceptional course that provided a deep overview of forensic anthropology. The focus on understanding skeletal remains, biological profiles, and field and laboratory processes was insightful and well delivered.

Dr. Sonal Saigal

5

The course was well-organized and highly informative. The instructors were experts in the field and made complex topics like age and ancestry estimation easy to understand. Highly recommended!

Dr. Ankur Bhargava

5

The practical applications and real-world examples made the learning process enjoyable. This forensic anthropology course is a must for anyone interested in exploring or wanting to begin a career in this field.

 

Instructors

Dr. Kimberly Anne Plomp

Dr. Kimberly Anne Plomp

Associate Professor & Head, HOPE Laboratory
Dr. Muhammad Nasir Ahmad

Dr. Muhammad Nasir Ahmad

In-charge & Associate Professor
Dr. Pooja Puri

Dr. Pooja Puri

Assistant Professor
Dr. Sagarika Rupainwar

Dr. Sagarika Rupainwar

Assistant Professor

Preview this course

₹ 1770
Call for Assistance
7303913002

Ask Your Query

Step into the New Era of Learning

Our courses blend in-depth learning and interactive sessions, all while staying deeply grounded in core principles.

Need help?

Contact by WhatsApp

Hello SIFS INDIA