Digital Investigation Proficiency Certificate
Program Overview
Digital Investigation Proficiency Certificate
Preparation for Entry-level Positions in Criminal Justice
Program Duration
Short-term
Degree Type
Proficiency Certificate
Total Credit Hours
18
About This Program
Work with experienced faculty to learn about acquiring information from digital media, using the most current technology and making sure evidence is admissible in court. You will demonstrate how social media can be used in criminal acts, and develop skills through hands-on activities related to real-life situations.
Quick Information
- General Contact: Not available
Course Sequence
Course Information
| Course Number | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JUS 101 - Survey of Criminal Justice | 3 credits | |
| JUS 131 - Technology in Criminal Justice | JUS 101, which may be taken concurrently | 3 credits |
| JUS 221 - Criminal Investigation | JUS 101 | 3 credits |
| JUS 261 - Criminal Evidence and Procedure | JUS 101 | 3 credits |
| DF 101 - Introduction to Digital Forensics | JUS 101 or PLS 101 | 3 credits |
| DF 201 - Digital Forensics II | DF 101 | 3 credits |
Launch Your Career in Criminal Justice
- Criminal Investigators and Special Agents – est. salary $85,470
- Forensic Science Technicians – est. salary $53,772
- Police Patrol Officers – est. salary $78,215
- Private Detectives and Investigators – est. salary $58,918
Career Outlook
- Median Salary of a Forensic Science Technicians: $53,772
- Number of Jobs in the Region: 108
- 10-year Job Outlook in the Region for Forensic Science Technicians: +12%
Featured Career
Forensic Science Technicians
Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.
- Starting Pay: $34,779
Typical Tasks
- Collect and analyze data for fraud and other criminal investigations
- Follow standards for gathering digital evidence for use in legal cases
Related Programs
- Criminal Justice
- Cybersecurity
