Scientific crash investigation has been a part of the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety since its inception in 1936. We are the only Top 10-ranked university to offer comprehensive on-ground and online traffic crash investigation and reconstruction certificate courses. Our selection ranges from introductory investigation courses through advanced crash reconstruction electives.
Traffic Crash Investigation & Reconstruction
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NUCPS Crash Reconstruction Electives
Expand your traffic crash investigation and reconstruction expertise with NUCPS elective courses. Nearly 90% of our elective courses are ACTAR accredited.
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More than 70% of NUCPS crash courses are approved by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) for ACTAR CEUs.
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NUCPS Traffic Crash Reconstruction Professional Logo
Obtain your custom NUCPS Traffic Crash Reconstruction Professional email signature logo! To qualify, you must have successfully completed the following five courses through Northwestern University Center for Public Safety:
- Crash Investigation 1;
- Crash Investigation 2;
- Vehicle Dynamics;
- Traffic Crash Reconstruction 1; and
- Traffic Crash Reconstruction 2.
Crash Textbooks & Templates
Crash Investigation & Reconstruction Textbooks
Traffic Crash Investigation is included in the tuition for Crash Investigation 1, and Traffic Crash Reconstruction is included in the tuition for Traffic Crash Reconstruction 1. These titles are also available for purchase through higher education publisher Kendall Hunt. Please use the below links to purchase your textbooks:
Crash Templates
All of our crash templates are available online through the Northwestern University Barnes & Noble Bookstore. Use the magnifying glass icon at the top right to search for your product on the NU bookstore website. If you need help finding your template, please contact the Northwestern Barnes & Noble Bookstore at (847) 491-3991.