Social Media and Open Source Investigations
Instructor: Nick Jerman
Location: Oakwood, GA (Hall County, ZIP 30566)
Date: November 1, 2027
Duration: 8 hours
Cost: $249.00
Course Overview
This comprehensive training program equips law enforcement professionals with advanced skills in social media investigation and open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques. Led by veteran instructor Nick Jerman, who brings over twenty years of specialized experience in this field, the course is designed for all ranks and positions within law enforcement agencies.
Course Content
Participants will develop proficiency in the following areas:
- Navigating, searching, and extracting information from major social media platforms
- Investigating lesser-known social media networks and connecting accounts to investigative subjects
- Identifying individuals behind anonymous usernames and profiles
- Utilizing current OSINT websites and employing advanced search methodologies for intelligence gathering
- Implementing cybersecurity best practices to protect personal and family information online
- Applying specialized software and applications for investigative purposes beyond basic training
- Preserving digital evidence to maintain admissibility in legal proceedings
- Developing and executing subpoenas and search warrants specifically for social media data
Key Features
The training emphasizes practical, real-world applications with access to numerous complimentary resources for ongoing investigative work. This course is structured to benefit law enforcement personnel at all levels, including patrol officers, dispatchers, detectives, intelligence analysts, school resource officers, background investigators, supervisors, and agency executives.
Categories
Social Media, Intelligence, Investigations