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The Forensic Science
Training Unit provides training services and support through
the following programs:
- New Agent Program—Provides instruction
to new FBI and DEA Agents on the recognition, development, preservation,
and collection of crime scene evidence, with emphasis on photography
and fingerprinting.
- National Academy—Provides instruction
for the forensic science component of the National Academy, an
intensive 11-week law enforcement-management training program
for national and international students.
- Specialized Training
Program—Provides
training to federal, state, and local forensic laboratory and
law enforcement personnel. More than 35 courses covering topics
such as arson, bombing, chemistry and instrumental analysis,
computer forensics, crime scene, DNA, documents, fingerprints,
firearms identification, footwear identification, microscopy,
photography, and quality assurance are offered. Many of these
courses are accredited through the University of Virginia School
of Continuing Education.
- Distance Learning
Team—Designs
and develops multimedia courseware to support training efforts
within the FBI. These interactive training materials are avaliable
to personnel of the following: the FBI; other federal agencies;
and international, state, and local law enforcement and forensic
laboratory personnel. Internet access is not required because
the interactive training material is also available using a CD-ROM.
- University Education
Program—Provides
financial support for Laboratory personnel to earn advanced academic
degrees and/or certifications.
- New Professional
Core Curriculum Training—Coordinates
and teaches a mandatory series of classes to the Laboratory's
new examiners, technicians, engineers, and scientists. The goal
of the curriculum is to ensure all new professionals receive
uniform, basic skills and knowledge training on topics including
safety, ethics, evidence handling, public speaking, and testimony
proficiency.
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