Global Forensic and Justice Center

Introduction To Mobile Forensics OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT May 18-July 10, 2026 This eight-week course provides a comprehensive introduction to mobile forensics, offering insights from a forensic analyst’s perspective on conducting mobile device examinations. These 40-hour programs are open to the public and ideal for aspiring digital analysts, transitioning professionals, and veterans seeking a new career path. https://lnkd.in/eS5rjPhG

NEW hands-on training course now OPEN This brand-new 24-hour Applied Forensic Technologies Workshop is an experiential learning opportunity that introduces the real-world application of multiple scientific disciplines to investigations and the criminal justice system. The three-day agenda includes: - Bloodstain Pattern Analysis - Digital Forensics - Serology https://lnkd.in/eyjqZ8qD Working with experienced forensic scientists, students will gain an understanding of the requirements for success in specialized forensic science disciplines. Evidence handling and real-world laboratory examinations offer a unique way to learn the subject matter and build analytical, collaboration, and reporting skills. Apply and test your understanding of what it means to work in an investigative laboratory! Course Dates: Friday-Sunday, June 19-21, 2026 Enrollment Deadline: May 15, 2026 Location: In-person ONLY at our training facility in Largo, FL Cost: $995 Register online today! https://lnkd.in/eyjqZ8qD

Last week, our Senior Director, Clint Arhelger attended eMerge Americas, representing FIU's commitment to advancing technology across public and industry sectors. As part of the event, Florida International University participated in a statewide hackathon, hosted in collaboration with the U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory. The challenge: design a hybrid cyber defense system to engage and distract an adversary, convincing them that they are interacting with a real, complex agent. The technical challenge focused on two core concepts, the "Bait" and the "Expert" derived from NFSTC's decades-long partnership with the defense industry. Teams were tasked with developing low-power, cloud-based intelligence solutions capable of delivering real-time, adaptive responses. These concepts were grounded in NFSTC’s operational expertise in forensic intelligence and exploitation analysis, ensuring the solutions aligned with real-world mission needs rather than theoretical models. We're proud of our participation in this important event, bringing forward solution pathways with applied innovation and national security problem-solving. Learn more about how FIU and NFSTC are bridging academia, technology, and operational impact at gfjc.fiu.edu.

FIU Secures 2nd Place at the eMerge 2026 Project SCALPLE - Florida State University System Hackathon at eMerge Americas hosted by USF IAE for DEVCOM Army Research Lab (ARL) Hackathon! I am incredibly proud to report that our FIU teams took home 2nd place in a highly competitive field at this year’s DEVCOM ARL Hackathon. All eight participating teams brought their A-game, but I was especially impressed by the professionalism, adaptability, and resilience our two FIU teams displayed throughout the challenge. The mission was intense: building a hybrid cyber-deception system. The teams had to develop a low-power Edge Agent to act as "bait" for attackers, backed by a sophisticated Cloud Brain (AWS) for high-level intelligence. While we didn’t take the top spot, our students represented FIU as true champions and proved they are ready for the front lines of forensic and cyber defense. Congratulations to the teams on this well-deserved win! #FIU #eMergeAmericas #CyberSecurity #ArmyResearchLab #Hackathon #Innovation #FutureLeaders Global Forensic and Justice Center

Kick-start your digital forensics career with the Fundamental Skills course! Gain essential skills in just 40 hours over eight weeks—entirely online. NEXT COURSE STARTS May 18. This prerequisite course will teach you to apply forensically sound methodologies, tools, and techniques to collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence. Fundamental Skills is designed for individuals with a solid knowledge of computers—no programming knowledge is required! The Digital Forensics Professional Program is ideal for new examiners, former military personnel, field officers, and recent graduates. Enroll now at https://lnkd.in/eS5rjPhG

Seventy-three years ago, the double helix structure was discovered and forensic science changed forever. 21 years ago, we developed the Analyst Training Program for the President's DNA Initiative. Today, we're here to celebrate National DNA Day and and offer the only updated, online DNA course to prepare analysts and technicians for casework. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eQ6HMZTr

Forensic Science Needs Your Leadership Our Professional Science Master's is an innovative program enabling students to pursue advanced training while developing highly-valued management skills. Our graduates are applying their expertise in science and leadership to propel forensic laboratories forward and pursue justice. "While graduates of forensic science programs tend to be prepared with scientific skills, they may lack the practical experience and critical thinking skills necessary to be ready to provide immediate support in the laboratory upon hiring. There is a need to bridge the gap between the goals of the academic programs and those of the forensic laboratories." —National Institute of Justice Report to Congress for Needs Assessments of Forensics Laboratories and Medical Examiner/Coroner Offices Applications OPEN thru May 1 at go.fiu.edu/PSMFS

Technical Forensics & Exploitation Analysis This two-week course is intended for practitioners and investigators with a basic understanding of forensic science principles, seeking hands-on exposure to techniques, equipment, and processes. Course Dates: September 28-October 9 Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026 Location: In-person only at our offices in Largo, Florida Cost $8,000.00 per student go.fiu.edu/technical

NEW hands-on #training course now OPEN! This 24-hour Applied Science Technologies Workshop is an experiential learning weekend that introduces the real-world application of multiple scientific disciplines to investigations and the criminal justice system. The three-day agenda covers: - #DigitalForensics - Serology - Bloodstain Pattern Analysis https://lnkd.in/eyjqZ8qD Working with experienced criminalists, students will gain an understanding of the requirements for success in specialized forensic science disciplines. Evidence handling and real-world laboratory examinations offer a unique way to learn the subject matter and build analytical, collaboration, and reporting skills. Apply and test your understanding of what it means to work in an investigative laboratory! Course Dates: Friday-Sunday, June 19-21, 2026 Enrollment Deadline: May 15, 2026 Location: In-person ONLY at our training facility in Largo, FL Cost: $995 Register online today! https://lnkd.in/eyjqZ8qD

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from Florida International University with our online Crime Scene Investigation courses. Enroll today https://shop.gfjc.fiu.edu Learn from anywhere with our online courses, developed with subject matter experts to provide first-class instruction at your own pace and from your own space. Perfect for new CSIs and first responders, these courses offer step-by-step guidelines for scene processing and evidence collection.