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Flexible, 100% online courses designed to equip you for a career as a true crime researcher. Learn at your own pace from experienced and supportive true crime professionals.
Our courses are perfect for anyone passionate about entering the true crime field—whether through podcasting, YouTube, documentaries, victim advocacy, genealogy, or other creative avenues. They’re also ideal for sharpening your research skills or enhancing the content you already create.
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Whether you’re seeking full-time career opportunities or a side venture, these self-paced online courses will help you advance in the true crime community quickly and conveniently. Plus, tailor your educational journey to your preferred learning style. Complete any TCPT course on your own—or with the help of a personal instructional coach.
Standard Research Course
Gain full access to our one-of-a-kind online curriculum immediately. Learn how to navigate research databases, AI tools, and essential resources for true crime research. No application required. Payment plans available.
100% online coursework
Taught by leading true crime professionals
Applicable skills and knowledge
Engaging instructional videos
Demonstrations of research in action
Hands-on assignments
7 self-paced modules
Premium Research Course
Advance your expertise in true crime research with personalized coaching from Haley Gray, a Certified Victim Advocate, and earn an exclusive certificate of completion. Application required. Payment plans available.
100% online coursework
Taught by leading true crime professionals
Applicable skills and knowledge
Engaging instructional videos
Demonstrations of research in action
Hands-on assignments
7 self-paced modules
Personalized coaching sessions (calls, emails, etc.) tailored to your career goals with Haley Gray
Mastery-based capstone project for your portfolio
Exclusive certificate of completion
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What is True Crime Podcast Training?
TCPT is an online learning course hub for those interested in working in the field of true crime.
Founder Haley Gray is a renowned true crime researcher, writer, and Certified Victim Advocate. Since 2016, she has built a respected career in the true crime space, contributing to over 20 projects with a focus on ethical, victim-centered storytelling and advocacy. In collaboration with Andrea Marshbank, a certified teacher, Haley has developed engaging, budget-friendly, and accessible online courses designed to support ethical, victim-centered true crime research.
In the fall of 2024, Whitney St. Andre joined Haley as the Co-owner and COO of TCPT. Whitney, a Certified Victim Advocate, brings years of experience in the victim advocacy and podcasting space.
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Ethical True Crime Resources
Join the movement for ethical true crime and commit to victim-centered true crime research. At True Crime Podcast Training, we provide a safe space for you to learn about the developing tenets of ethical true crime.
11/12/24 Recorded Webinar: Kristen Seavey and Whitney St. Andre
This past November 12, 2024, TCPT founder Haley Gray spoke with Whitney St. Andre from Navigating...
10/17/24 Recorded Live Session: Haley Gray Researches for a True Crime Podcast
On October 17, 2024, TCPT founder Haley Gray researched for a true crime podcast. She discussed...
9/19/24 Recorded Live Session: Haley Gray Researches for a True Crime Podcast
On September 19, 2024, TCPT founder Haley Gray researched for a true crime podcast. She described...
Small business, big impact
The TCPT Team is passionate about giving back to the community. A portion of all profits are donated to relevant charities, like Season of Justice and more. When you enroll with us, you’re supporting an organization that cares.