Serious and Complex Crime Investigator (Integrated Degree) Apprenticeship - Level 6

This occupation is found in law enforcement. A Serious and Complex Crime Investigator (S&CCI) could typically be employed by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs, The National Crime Agency, Police Forces, The Ministry of Defence or the Financial Conduct Authority.

The broad purpose of the occupation is to conduct serious and complex investigations. They will dynamically conduct investigations through research, analysis and planning to carry out operational activity. Typically this is a non-emergency response function.

Some of these roles may require a S&CCI to have relevant designated powers where necessary. They could carry out investigations locally, nationally, and internationally which many involve the use of covert investigative techniques and using advanced technologies to target high level organised crime groups.

In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with diverse communities relevant to their organisations in order to, for example, obtain witness statements, gather evidence, conduct lawful searches of physical and virtual spaces and where relevant powers are designated, arrest and interview suspects.

An employee in this occupation also interacts with other law enforcement agencies in order to support their work. The environment in which a S&CCI works will typically be office based, although there will be a requirement to deploy operationally outside of the office environment.

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for investigating serious and organised criminality as part of a dedicated case team.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve:

BSc (Hons) Serious and Complex Crime Investigator
Serious and Complex Crime Investigator Degree Apprenticeship Certificate

Location: Stoke-on-Trent campus
Duration: 3 years
Start date(s): September/October

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Course content

The programme is modular and follows the duties and assessment criteria set out in the apprenticeship standard mapped to the College of Policing National Policing Curriculum for PIP 2 accreditation, which is delivered as 360 Credits over three years and is assessed at Levels 4 - 6 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.

Level 4
Introduces professional investigation practice, legislation and policy that underpins the roles and responsibilities of investigators meeting the standard. Knowledge and skills relating to investigation are delivered. A study of criminological aspects of crime and crime prevention is undertaken, together with a strong focus on introducing academic and professional skills.
Level 5
Builds upon the learning achieved at level 4, with focus being on delivering professional investigations at serious and complex level, including deeper exploration of investigation strategies and the management of victims, witnesses, and suspects.
Level 6
Provides opportunity to learn about more advanced aspects of investigation and to conduct evidenced based research. Focus of learning in the first 26 weeks of the level is on career development beyond completion of the apprenticeship through study of a chosen optional specialist areas of investigation. Post week 26, focus is upon completion of the Evidence Based Research Project for investigators, which incorporates the Apprenticeship End Point Assessment (EPA).

Modules

Level 4 (Year 1)

Introduction to Serious and Complex Crime Investigation
Introduction to Victim and Witness Strategy
Introduction to Suspect Strategy

Level 5 (Year 2)

Strategy Development for Serious and Complex Crime Investigations
Strategy Development for Victims, Witnesses, and Suspects
Advanced Concepts in Serious and Complex Investigation Duties
Research Methods for Investigators

Optional Modules (One must be undertaken)

Specialist Suspect Interviewing
Specialist Digital Investigation
Specialist Fraud and Financial Investigation
Specialist Rape and Serious Sexual Abuse Investigation

End Point Assessment

Professional Discussion
Evidence Based Research Project for Investigators

Serious and Complex Crime

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Lecturer Nicholas Mills discusses the Serious and Complex Crime Investigator Apprenticeship at University of Staffordshire.

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Entry requirements

To be eligible, apprentices will need to evidence the following:

Achievement of Level 2 Maths and English (GCSE, functional skills or equivalent) OR be demonstrating that you are functioning at Level 2 in both Maths and English, this would be determined by an initial assessment conducted by University of Staffordshire.

Fees

For levy-paying organisations the cost is paid from their digital account at a rate of £21,000 per apprentice.
For non-levy paying organisations there may be a financial contribution on 5% which equates to £1,050 per apprentice.

Delivery and assessment

Delivery

Online (face to face is an option for discussion with employers)

Assessment

Throughout the apprenticeship a variety of assessment methods could be used, these include:

Written assignments
Examinations
Reflective activities
Group assessments
Presentations
Professional discussions
Academic assignments
Critical analysis

Learning support

In addition to the excellent support you will receive from your course teaching team, our central Academic Skills team provides group and one-to-one help to support your learning in a number of areas. These include:

study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills);
written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy);
academic writing (including how to reference);
research skills;
critical thinking and understanding arguments; and
revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management).

Additional support

Our AccessAbility Services support students with additional needs such as sensory impairment or learning difficulties. You will also have full access to our support services such as Student Guidance.

Feedback

Examination feedback may take a variety of formats. However, as a minimum, generic feedback will be made available to all students who take written examinations or assessments

Responsibilities

Employer must not ask the apprentice to contribute financially to the direct cost of learning
Ensure apprentice spends at least 6 hours per week of their time in off-the-job training
Enter into a contract with University of Staffordshire
Participate in reviews with the Apprentice and university, providing evidence and feedback on progress at work and success in meeting apprenticeship milestones
Provide a safe, healthy and supportive environment, which meets the needs of the apprentice
Provide apprentices with a contract of employment for the duration of the apprenticeship on the first day of their apprenticeship and be paid at least a wage consistent with the law for both the time they are in work and in off-the-job learning
Provide the apprentice with paid time to attend off-the-job training, including additional support for English and Maths, or support accessed for learning difficulties and/or disabilities
Recognise that the apprentice must complete the apprenticeship within their working hours
Support the apprentice to gain new skills

A citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA**) or have the right of abode in the UK, and have been ordinarily resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years on the first day of learning
Able to complete the apprenticeship in contracted working hours
Be an employee (have a contract of employment for the duration of the apprenticeship) on the first day of their apprenticeship and be paid at least a wage consistent with the law for both the time they are in work and in off-the-job learning
Be in a new job role (nine months or less), or in an existing job role, where significant new knowledge and skills are needed – employer statement of justification needed (relevant to the apprenticeship)
Be in full-time employment for typically 30 hours a week
Has the right to work in England
Maintain a safe, healthy and supportive environment, which meets your needs
Not be enrolled on another apprenticeship at the same time
Participate in reviews with the employer and university, providing evidence and feedback on progress at work and success in meeting apprenticeship milestones

Administer the funding and running of the Apprenticeship Standard to an acceptable level of quality and in compliance with the DfE’s requirements
Agree jointly between the University, the Employer and Apprentice, an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) ensuring that satisfactory progress is achieved and to ensure that the contents of the ILP fulfil the requirements of the Apprenticeship Standard
Provide a safe, healthy and supportive learning environment, which meets the needs of the Apprentice
Provide off-the-job learning and assessment and oversee the on-the-job skills development as detailed in the ILP
Provide support on selection of the endpoint assessor, if applicable. The endpoint assessment will be completed by the learning provider for all integrated degrees

Careers

You will have access to Career Connect, our dedicated careers team who support you with professional branding, career mapping and realising your potential.

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