Crime Scene Technician

The Crime Scene Technician Certificate is designed specifically for first responders seeking foundational skills in crime scene awareness, evidence recognition, and proper scene preservation. This program is ideal for Peace Officers (less than 5 years of service), Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians, Firefighters, Emergency Dispatchers, Correctional Officers, Probation and Parole Officers, County Jailers, and CERT Team Members. This certificate strengthens professional readiness by equipping first responders with the knowledge and skills needed to protect critical evidence, support investigations, and enhance overall public safety operations.

Professionals Who Would Benefit From This Certificate:

• First Responders:
              Peace Officers (with less than 5 years of service)
              Paramedics
              Emergency Medical Technician
              Firefighters
  
• Emergency Dispatchers
  
• Correctional Officers
  
• Probation and Parole Officers
  
• County Jailers
  
• CERT Team Members (Community Emergency Response Team)
  
• Search and Rescue Team Members
  

Instructor

William "Lum" Farr
Farr began his career in 1981 as a patrol deputy sheriff for Union Parish, Louisiana. In 1982, Farr was elected Chief of Police, Marion, La., where he performed law enforcement duties until 1994 when he took an early retirement to teach law enforcement/criminal justice at the college level.

Farr has over twenty years experience in teaching college level academics in law enforcement and forensic science, as well as technical level educational programs in both, law enforcement and forensics. Developed a college level student based forensics team that assisted local, county and state law enforcement agencies. He is currently commissioned as a Deputy Marshall for Union Parish, La. He has led many felony crime scene investigations and assisted many sheriff, city departments, state police and the FBI in local investigations. He has testified as an expert witness in prior court proceedings.

From 1993 to 2008, Farr directed the Weatherford College Criminal Justice academic programs, police academy and continuing education programs toward new leadership and curriculum enhancement. As Department Chair, Farr expanded the CJ program by including evening classes in neighboring counties. He also included three additional police academies that supported the working hours of neighboring county jails, thereby allowing additional training for officers.

Farr was a co-founder in the Weatherford College Forensic Science program. This program became the model for the Associate degree program for Forensic Science in the state of Texas.

Required Course:

Courses are Live Webcasts
All courses are delivered as live, instructor-led webcasts, allowing participants to engage in real-time learning from any location. Sessions are conducted online via Zoom, providing opportunities for interaction, discussion, and hands-on guidance. Participants will be able to ask questions, collaborate with peers, and gain practical insights in a convenient and accessible virtual environment. You will receive the Zoom link for class 24-hours prior to the start of class.

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