Certified Digital Currency Investigator (CDCI)
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Elevate Your Career with the Ultimate Board Certification in Digital Currency Investigations
Unleash Your Potential
Prepare to take your investigative or intelligence career to unprecedented heights and stand out as an unparalleled expert in the industry. Your journey to distinction starts here.
Pioneering Excellence in Digital Currency Investigations
Introducing the first and ONLY professional board certification program dedicated to digital currency investigations on a global scale. If you're eager to learn the art of conducting digital currency investigations or identifying criminals using digital currency, this program is your definitive destination.
Meet the Unmet Demand in Digital Currency Investigations
For Investigation Professionals like You, the Demand for Investigation Expertise in the digital currency Realm Has Never Been Higher. Dive into cutting-edge techniques and real-world training in cryptocurrency and digital currency investigations, positioning yourself as an industry-renowned authority.
Unearth the Power of Expert Training
In a landscape where success hinges on comprehensive knowledge of digital currency, cryptocurrency, wallets, blockchain, mining, visualization systems, and more, conducting swift and effective online investigations is paramount.
Overcome Challenges, Usher Success
If you've ever felt:
- Overwhelmed by exhaustive digital currency research...
- Struggling to conduct digital currency investigations efficiently...
- Confounded by digital currency intricacies...
- Desiring to elevate your investigative career...
The McAfee Institute Advantage: Elevate Your Expertise
Get certified by the industry's premier and most recognized nationally accredited training organization – the McAfee Institute! Rather than inching your way to success, propel yourself there with the arsenal of expert credentials and knowledge needed to thrive.
Empowering Learning Experience
Imagine weekly access to engaging video tutorials breaking down complex concepts into digestible insights. Discover how to conduct digital currency investigations with unprecedented efficiency and efficacy. Dive into hands-on digital currency investigative exercises that bridge theory and practice.
Tap into Unrivaled Expertise
Imagine tapping into the unparalleled wisdom of the world's foremost experts and practitioners. Maximize your understanding of blockchain, mining, digital wallets, and cryptocurrency. Elevate your expertise beyond what you ever thought possible.
A World of Opportunities Awaits
Upon earning this nationally accredited credential, you'll be primed for some of the world's most prestigious and exhilarating intelligence and investigative careers in both the public and private sectors.
Become an Industry Expert
With this board certification, not only will you possess the skills, knowledge, and expertise to unmask criminals using digital currency, but you'll also ascend as an industry expert renowned for conducting swift and efficient online investigations.
The Breakthrough You've Been Waiting For
Introducing the all-new online certification course designed to set you apart from the competition and accelerate your career trajectory. Establish yourself as a leading authority in the eyes of your peers and employers.
Demolishing a Common Myth
Dispelling a massive myth that holds investigative professionals back: Getting a nationally recognized board certification is neither time-consuming nor prohibitively expensive.
The McAfee Institute Promise
With guidance from our national award-winning Founder and CEO, Josh McAfee – a revered authority in the industry – we've crafted one of the most sought-after programs in the intelligence and investigative sector.
Expertise Forged by Industry Titans
This program amalgamates insights and expertise from hundreds of industry luminaries in federal, local, and state law enforcement, intelligence, loss prevention, investigations, fraud, and more. Expect the most current, effective, and unparalleled training in cyber, cryptocurrency, and digital currency.
CURRICULUM
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Welcome to the Certified Digital Currency Investigator (CDCI)An introduction to the Certified Digital Currency Investigator program and the investigation of digital currencies.
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Anonymization NetworksUnderstanding anonymization networks and their role in digital currency transactions.
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Understanding EncryptionExploring encryption techniques and their impact on digital currency investigations.
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Understanding BlockchainUnderstanding the fundamentals of blockchain technology and its role in digital currencies like Bitcoin.
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Bitcoin TransactionsExploring the intricacies of Bitcoin transactions and their forensic analysis.
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Mining CryptocurrencyUnderstanding the process of cryptocurrency mining and its relevance to investigations.
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Cryptocurrency WalletsExploring different types of cryptocurrency wallets and their analysis in investigations.
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Smart Contracts & TokensUnderstanding smart contracts and tokens in the context of digital currencies and their investigation.
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Investigation MethodologiesIntroduction to investigation methodologies specific to digital currency investigations.
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Analysis of Recovered Addresses and WalletsTechniques for analyzing recovered addresses and wallets in digital currency investigations.
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The Money TrailTracing the money trail in digital currency transactions and financial investigations.
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Identification of Criminal ActivityTechniques for identifying criminal activity involving digital currencies.
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Seizing CoinsStrategies and legal considerations for seizing digital currency assets.
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Preparing your CaseSteps and best practices for preparing a digital currency investigation case.
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Money Laundering SchemesUnderstanding money laundering schemes associated with digital currencies and their investigation.
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Cryptocurrency Legal AspectsLegal considerations and regulations related to digital currencies and their impact on investigations.
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Digital Currency Investigation PlatformsExploring investigation platforms specific to digital currency investigations, such as PayPal, Venmo, Facebook Messenger, CashApp, GiftCards, and Reward Systems.
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Code/Scripts/SoftwareIntroduction to code, scripts, and software tools used in digital currency investigations.
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Final Board ExamThe final examination to assess the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Certified Digital Currency Investigator program.
RESEARCH BASED ASSIGNMENTS
Through out this program you will be tasked with completing multiple researched based assignments and discussions that are required to complete the program.
DOWNLOAD THE SYLLABUS BELOW
Want to learn more about the CDCI? Within this program, you are going to discover cutting-edge techniques and real-world training in digital currency investigations as well as cryptocurrency investigations and position yourself as an industry-recognized expert upon completion of this New 2020 Certification Program. Download the complete syllabus here.
EXAM DETAILS
Exam Details Program - is graded on a pass/fail system by obtaining a 70% or better is considered a passing grade. The exam is taken online at the convenience of your home or office. It is a closed book exam and is 200 questions. The questions are in a true/false, multiple-choice & scenario-based format. It is a timed exam, you get 3 hours to complete the exam and you must do so in one sitting. Once you start the exam you must complete it. You get one attempt to pass the exam. If you fail the exam you must purchase a new exam license to sit for the exam.
You can purchase an exam license here for $450 USD separately to sit for the exam if you don't buy the training bundle.
RENEWALS
The cost is $125 for an additional two years and requires proof of completion of 25 CPE credits.
ELIGIBILITY
Bachelor’s degree or higher plus four years of experience in e-commerce, fraud, investigations, Intelligence, military, cybersecurity, law enforcement, forensics, computer/digital forensics, criminal justice or law
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Associates degree plus six years of experience
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High school diploma or equivalency plus seven years of experience
Also, a person convicted of a felony, any crime of moral turpitude or misdemeanor relating to honesty, theft, embezzlement, fraud or the like shall be ineligible to become a CDCI®. Applicant must provide a copy of the certified transcript of education ONLY if using a college degree rather than an experience to qualify. The applicant must successfully pass the prescribed background check, which may include a criminal background check and examination process. Falsification or omission of information on the application form will be reason enough to disqualify an applicant from becoming or remaining a Certified Digital Currency Investigator (CDCI).
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
What if I don’t want to attend the training program. Can I just sit for the exam?
You do not need to attend our training programs to sit for the board exam.
If you are interested in sitting for the exam only to become a Certified Digital Currency Investigator (CDCI), you may obtain an exam license to do so. Exam licenses are valid for one year after purchase. Click here to purchase just an exam.
If you are interested in the Digital Currency Investigator training only, you may do so by enrolling in the Qualified Digital Currency Investigator (Q|CDI) program. Upon completion of the Qualified Digital Currency Investigator (Q|CDI) training program, you will receive a certificate of completion.
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Recomended
Internet Connection
Wifi Connection
Wired Connection
PC Users
Windows 10 (Windows 10 S mode is not supported)
Windows 11
Mac Users
MacOS 10.13 (Oldest Still Maintained Version)
MacOS 10.15
CPU
More than 2 core CPU, less than 85% CPU Usage
More than 4 core CPU, less than 50% CPU Usage
Webcam
640x480 resolution
1280x720 resolution
Internet Download Speed
1 Mbps
12 Mbps
Internet Upload Speed
1 Mbps
3 Mbps
RAM
4 GB, less than 95% Ram Usage
16 GB, less than 90% Usage
Connectivity Ports
1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP
1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP
Screen Resolution
1366 x 768
1920 x 1080 and above
Additional Requirements:
- A functioning microphone (some web cameras have them built-in); microphone should not be part of headphones
- Headphones are generally not permitted, check with your testing organization to determine if headphones are permitted
- A compatible browser: Google Chrome (preferred) or Mozilla Firefox
Not Supported:
- Microsoft Edge browser
- Google Chromebooks (with Guardian Browser)
- Google Chromebooks for Live+ or Review+
- Tablets (Nexus, iPad, Tab, Note, etc.)
- Smartphones
- Linux operating systems
- Windows 10 in S mode or Surface RT
- Connecting from within a virtual machine. You will be asked to reconnect using your host operating system to take your exam
- Apple Boot Camp
- Remote Access Software
- Inactive Version of Windows and Test Builds/Test Mode
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