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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, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Data Integrity, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Linux Commands, Web Applications, File Systems

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Malware Protection, AI Security, Exploitation techniques, Network Security

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, NIST 800-53, Incident Management, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring, Change Control, Cybersecurity, Event Monitoring, Risk Management, System Monitoring, Federal Information Security Management Act, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    Edureka

    Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Engineering, Patch Management, Network Security, Malware Protection, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Risk Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, DevSecOps, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, Patch Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Incident Management, Responsible AI, DevOps

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • 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

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Ciberseguridad

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Incident Response, Cryptography, Digital Forensics, Security Requirements Analysis, Penetration Testing, Incident Management, Human Factors (Security), Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Security Management

    ★ 4.7 (541) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • 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

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Security Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (4.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Codio

    Tools for Security Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Digital Forensics, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Personally Identifiable Information, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Security Strategy

    ★ 4.7 (67) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Digital Forensics Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, grep, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Data Security, General Networking, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, File Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption, Algorithms

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Starweaver

    Digital Forensics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Data Integrity, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Data Ethics, Computer Security, Scenario Testing, Litigation Support, Record Keeping, Technical Writing, Incident Response, Digital Analysis, Writing, Technical Documentation, File Systems, Artifactory, Microsoft Windows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular forensic courses

  • Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE): EC-Council
  • Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project: IBM
  • NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks: Packt
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response: Edureka
  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark: SkillUp
  • Ciberseguridad: Universidad de los Andes
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: IBM
  • Security Analyst Fundamentals: IBM
  • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio

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