Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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About this course
- How often is Social Media and Open Source Investigations scheduled?
- New sessions appear as soon as providers post them.
- Is Social Media and Open Source Investigations available online or on-demand?
- Many titles are offered as virtual or self-paced—check the Upcoming list and the Online/On-Demand pages.
- Will I receive a certificate or POST credit?
- Varies by provider and state—see the class page or contact the organizer.
Course Description
Uncover the secrets of lesser-known platforms, learn to link social media accounts to investigative targets, identify who is behind usernames, and harness the power of current OSINT websites and advanced search techniques to gather intelligence
Best practices to keep yourself and your family safe online
Beyond the basics, delve into essential topics such as utilizing software and applications post-training, preserving data for court admissibility, and mastering the intricacies of crafting subpoenas and search warrants for social media data
Discover numerous FREE resources to support your ongoing investigations
Benefit extends across all positions and levels within law enforcement—from patrol officers and dispatchers to detectives, analysts, school resource officers, background investigators, supervisors, and executives—ensuring comprehensive skill enhancement for every role
Join law enforcement veteran Nick Jerman, who brings over two decades of experience specializing in Social Media and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) investigations. This course is specifically designed for any position within law enforcement, catering to everyone from rookie officers and support staff to seasoned detectives and agency leadership. It provides practical, comprehensive knowledge of social media platforms and OSINT techniques, empowering you to effectively combat crime in the digital age.
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Student Feedback
the class was awsome
Great overview on how to use the many internet resources available to us. Including ideas for proactive patrol, investigation and protecting yourself and family. Instructor was knowledgeable and accessible
Excellent class. Highly recommend
Amazing class and instructor. You get tons of great information shoved at you in a relatively short amount of time. Nick has a wealth of knowledge and presents it in the easiest way possible. He also tries to provide resources to help you …
The class opened my eyes to using social media and internet search engines as an investigation tool. Nick broke it down in the simplest way to understand.
Tons of information packed in to an 8 hr block. Very helpful.