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Forensic Courses

Forensic courses can help you learn crime scene investigation techniques, evidence collection methods, and the fundamentals of forensic biology and chemistry. You can build skills in analyzing fingerprints, interpreting DNA evidence, and understanding ballistics. Many courses introduce tools like crime scene simulation software, forensic analysis kits, and laboratory equipment, that support applying your knowledge in real-world investigations.

Popular Forensic Courses and Certifications


  • E

    EC-Council

    Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE)

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Data Integrity, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Web Applications, File Systems

    4.7 stars, 196 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (196) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Change Control, Cybersecurity, Event Monitoring, Risk Management, System Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Configuration Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing

    4.7 stars, 50 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (50) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Business Continuity, Network Analysis, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 279 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (279) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    I

    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Incident Response, Cloud Platforms, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Business Continuity, Cloud Computing, Relational Databases, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Operating System Administration, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Application Security, Cryptography

    4.7 stars, 16K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (16K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EC-Council

    Information Security Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Network Security, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Malware Protection, Cryptography, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Internet Of Things, Risk Analysis, Web Applications

    4.7 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (54) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, System Configuration, Digital Forensics

    4.6 stars, 71 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Digital Forensics: A Guide to Cybercrime Investigation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cyber Operations, Technical Communication, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Cyber Risk, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, AI Security, Network Security

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Windows OS Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Data Validation, Data Storage

    4.7 stars, 89 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (89) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    AI-Powered Deepfake Detection: Image, Video & Audio

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Threat Detection, Image Analysis, Incident Response, Security Strategy, Generative Model Architectures, Anomaly Detection, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Computer Security Awareness Training, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Controls, Authentications, Digital Content

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Security, Incident Response, Anomaly Detection, Network Analysis, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Technical Communication, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Security, Cybersecurity

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Western Australia

    Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Hematology, Pathology, Medical Laboratory

    4.8 stars, 119 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (119) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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