About Nick Jerman
Nick Jerman is a law enforcement veteran with more than 20 years of experience serving in a large metropolitan police department of approximately 1,100 officers. During his career, he worked a wide range of assignments, including Patrol and a Vice Unit, where he developed a strong investigative foundation and a practical understanding of how cases are built from the ground up. His operational experience in a busy urban environment gives him credibility and perspective that resonate with officers at every level.
Nick is widely recognized for his expertise in Social Media and Open Source Intelligence investigations. He played a key role in creating his agency’s Social Media and OSINT Unit, helping design a modern investigative capability that became a resource not only for his department but for agencies across North America. His work in this area reflects a forward-looking approach grounded in real-world application, policy considerations, and investigative effectiveness.
As a trainer, Nick has instructed officers, detectives, analysts, and command staff nationwide on the lawful and effective use of Social Media and OSINT. His training has supported Human Trafficking Task Forces across North America and contributed to successful investigations and victim rescues. In addition to teaching, he continues to assist task forces during major events and complex cases, where his methods have helped identify suspects in human trafficking, drug, and homicide investigations. Nick brings current, practical experience to every class, making his instruction both relevant and immediately usable.
Upcoming Classes
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations with Nick Jerman
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations with Nick Jerman
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations with Nick Jerman
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations with Nick Jerman
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
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Social Media and Open Source Investigations
Course Titles Taught by Nick Jerman
Cities Nick Jerman Teaches In
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Recent Reviews
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Great instructor! Learned a lot
Great class, a lot of useful websites.
Great class and very informative
Great Class
Awesome class and provides a lot of resources!
Engaging and relevant!
Nick Jerman was fantastic. He was a great presenter and kept the class engaged the entire duration. I learned very much that will aid in investigations and am glad we had the opportunity to participate in Nick’s presentation.
Very informative and helpful tips for investigations.
Absolutely amazing class! I wish I had this from the beginning of my career!
Loved the graphics, very engaging, videos were helpful, pace was great.
Incredible breakdowns, fun, and very engaging. Learned so much!!
The class is great. Very interesting and engaging.