Added January 16, 2026

Social Media and Open Source Investigations

Online · Dec 14, 2026 · 8 hours · $225

Instructor

Nick Jerman

Description

Social media has changed the game for cops, and knowing how to use it effectively is key to staying ahead of criminals. This course gives officers the tools to navigate the digital world, gather intelligence, and build stronger cases. Led by expert instructor Nick Jerman, Social Media and Open-Source Investigations helps you master online investigations while keeping yourself—and your family—safe. You’ll learn how to track down users across multiple platforms, link accounts, analyze images for hidden clues, and preserve critical data for court. The course also covers the essential tools, apps, and legal steps you need to make sure everything you gather stands up in court.

Reviews for this course

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Rosanne Villarreal
TX · Attended 1/29/2025

This course was very informative and look forward to taking Jerman's 8 hour course in the future.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Keith Cannon
TX · Attended 1/29/2025

The class was very eye opening and provided helpful web instructions on how to initiate investigations.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Lara Stein
NV · Attended 1/29/2025

Great jumping off point for learning how to best utilize open source intel.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tom Levins
FL · Attended 1/29/2025

Great information

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Chad Smith
MD · Attended 1/29/2025

Very informative course to navigate the social Media platforms

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Lenny Hahn
WA · Attended 1/29/2025

I’ve taken several similar classes and this one provided many new tips and tricks.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Bethany R
VA · Attended 1/29/2025

Very informative class with a knowledgeable instructor!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Jacob Thome
NE · Attended 1/29/2025

Very informative and great content

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Allen Jolly
LA · Attended 1/29/2025

The class was excellent. Provided up-to-date information on social media and open sorce investigations.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Coley Hebrard
SC · Attended 1/29/2025

Great class and very informative. Well done and well put together.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tommy Henry
MD · Attended 1/29/2025

Great class. Learned a bunch new tips

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Micah Evans
UT · Attended 1/29/2025

I am just starting as a social media investigations and I figured out I have no idea what I am doing. Thanks for helping me out.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★☆ 4/5

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