Training Courses

The following descriptions describe the various courses offered by the HARCFL.


Digital Forensics for Investigators Annual Conference:

The HARCFL, in cooperation with the United States Secret Service (USSS) and High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA), sponsor an annual training each fall for investigators looking to expand their technical knowledge.


Seizing and Handling of Digital Evidence

Investigators learn how to collect and preserve digital evidence, and to integrate digital evidence into a case. Additionally, investigators are exposed to the advanced tools and techniques used by the RCFL, so they can better understand what to expect from a forensics examination. This course requires no prerequisites, but attendees should have a working knowledge of computers.

Note:  This course is provided at the request of law enforcement agencies.  To request a course for your agency, please contact the HARCFL at 816-584-4300.


Basic Internet Investigations

This course is designed as a basic introduction to conducting investigations on crimes conducted via the internet. The course is geared to the street level police officer or deputy as well as general detectives. Topics include IP address tracking, writing search warrants and subpoenas, social networking sites, cyberstalking, and cell phone offenses including "sexting". The course will conclude with a practical exercise. Taught by investigators with the WESTERN MISSOURI CYBER CRIMES TASK FORCE.

Note:  This course is provided at the request of law enforcement agencies.  To request a course for your agency, please contact the HARCFL at 816-584-4300.