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Digital Forensic Certifications Are Here

Professional certifications in digital forensics are something the community has needed for years and it is now a reality. The Digital Forensics Certification Board (DFCB) professional certifications are truly independent and community driven. The DFCB certification program was developed with National Institute of Justice (NIJ) funding. The terms for the development of this certification program by consensus were followed. The DFCB will eventually be applying for recognition by the Forensic Specialties Accreditation Board (FSAB), which is currently recognized by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences.

There are (2) types of forensic certifications offered: Digital Forensic Certified Practitioner (DFCP) and the Digital Forensic Certified Associate (DFCA). The Founders process offers those of you, who have been active for years in the digital forensic discipline, the opportunity to become certified by demonstrating your expertise and experience. The process is outlined below. Once the Founders process concludes, those seeking certification will be required to sit for a comprehensive exam.

DFCB Certification Process

The DFCP or DFCA designation is only available to Digital Evidence Professionals with a minimum of 5-years experience related to digital evidence or digital forensics. Those seeking the DFCP must demonstrate 2 or more years of practical experience in the last 3 years. Those seeking the DFCA are not required to demonstrate practical experience over the last 3-years.

Founder candidates must:

  • Score a minimal number of points on the DFCB Assessment Scoring Sheet and provide supporting documentation.
  • Meet the DFCB Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct
  • Pass a background review
  • Develop 15 usable test questions with multiple choice answers
    (1 correct and 4 erroneous)
  • Provide 15 test questions and answers according to the instructions in the website and the domains within their expertise. These questions, once validated and approved will be considered as part of a pool of questions to be used for our upcoming digital forensics certification tests.

The Certification application fee is $350.

Certification Registry
To view a .pdf of the Digital Forensics Certification Board Certified Registry as of December 10, 2009: click here
 
   

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