The Psychology of Serial Killers

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Udemy

Discover the various psychological factors related to serial killer pathology with this online course

Mode

Online

Fees

₹ 399 1799

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

A serial killer is typically a person who murders three or more people over a period of more than a month, with significant time passing between each murder. While most authorities establish a criterion of three murders, some extend it to four or reduce it to two. Serial murders are typically motivated by psychological gratification, and many involve sexual contact with the victim. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), serial killers may be motivated by anger, thrill-seeking, financial gain, or attention-seeking and may carry out their crimes accordingly. The victims may share a similar demographic profile, physical appearance, gender, race, and psychology. The Psychology of Serial Killers certification is made available by Udemy to candidates who want to comprehend the mental processes that can lead to serial murder.

The Psychology of Serial Killers online training includes two hours of video, four articles, and a digital certificate upon course completion.

The Psychology of Serial Killers online classes include an introduction to typology, behavioral profiling, trait theories, an interview with a serial killer, and serial killers never heard about.

The highlights

  • Full Lifetime Access
  • Two Hours of Video
  • Four Articles
  • Access on Mobile and TV
  • Certificate of Completion

Program offerings

  • Online course
  • Learning resources
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Unlimited access

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 399  ₹1,799
certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Udemy

What you will learn

Knowledge of psychology

The Psychology of Serial Killers certification course, the candidate will study the various psychological factors associated with serial killer pathology, along with the FBI's and motive-based typology. The candidate will learn about psychological, biological, and social factors associated with populations of serial killers. The aspirant will learn about organized and disorganized typology, the limitations of holmes' typology, hedonistic profiling, and behavior profiling. The individual will learn about trait theories, biological and psychological factors, and an interview with a serial killer and serial killer that the wider populace is unaware of.

The syllabus

Introduction

  • Introduction To Course
  • Serial Murder Vs Murder
  • Definition Of Serial Murder
  • Prevalence Of Serial Murders + Activity
  • Debunking Common Myths
  • Myth 1: All Serial Killers Are Men
  • Myth #2: All Serial Killers Are Caucasian
  • Myth #3: All Serial Killers Are Isolated And Dysfunctional Loners
  • Myth #4: All Serial Murderers Travel Widely And Kill Interstate
  • Bonus Activity: Jack The Ripper Documentary
  • Myth #5:All Serial Killers Are Either Mentally Ill Or Evil Geniuses+ Documentary
  • Bonus Activity: Son Of Sam Documentary Youtube

Classification Of Serial Killers/Typology

  • Introduction To Typology
  • Organized Versus Disorganized Dichotomy
  • Limitations Of Organized/Disorganized Typology
  • Holmes & Holmes Reclassification: 4 Major Typologies
  • Visionary/Mission Orientated
  • Hedonistic (Lust, Thrill, Comfort)
  • Power & Control Orientated
  • Limitations Of Holmes Typology

Behavioral Profiling

  • Origins/Process
  • Evidence

Contemporary Trait Theories

  • Biological Factors
  • Psychology/Social Factors

Interview With A Serial Killer

  • Issues Of Identity (Henson & Olson, 2010)

Five Serial Killers You Have Probably Never Heard About

  • Pedro López (Colombia)
  • Mikhail Popkov (Russia)
  • Willy Pickton (Canada)
  • Harold Shipman (United Kingdom)
  • Gary Ridgway (United States)

Conclusion/Summary

  • Conclusion
  • References & Book Recommendations

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