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Mobile App Investigations

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Online Course & Digital Certificate of Completion

Digital Certificate of Completion
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Online Self-Study
8 hours

Overview

The Mobile App Investigation Program is designed to provide investigators with the training necessary to complete forensically sound, data acquisitions of digital evidence from social networking applications.

This incredible online instructor-led training program is destined to be the most exciting programs to hit the industry. There is nothing out there in the terms of mobile app intelligence and investigations training that match the content, real-world expertise, up-to-date tutorials and exercises offered in this incredible program.

You will learn all of the MOST POPULAR social media sites available as mobile applications, chat tools, OSINT and more that we will face over the next year. As well as the most SECRETIVE and closely guarded intelligence and investigative techniques we have to offer!

At the conclusion of this program, you will have demonstrated through the successful completion of an online exam and a practical exercise that you have an in-depth knowledge of:

  • Social Media Investigation Methodologies
  • Social Media Intelligence Processes
  • Social Media Mobile Applications
  • Open Source Intelligence Methodologies
  • Legal Fundamentals Relating to Cyber Investigations
CURRICULUM
  • Introduction
  • Introduce yourself!
  • Social Media Investigations
  • Social Media Can Be a Powerful Tool if You Know How to Use It
  • The History of Social Media
  • Social Media Brings Things Together
  • Social Media Data What’s Happening
  • Facebook Private Profile Information
  • Social Networks
  • Observations
  • Social Media Connecting People
  • Let’s Talk About Facebook
  • Facebook Set Up and Search
  • YouTube Search
  • Facebook Sign Up Screen
  • Facebook Login Screen
  • Facebook Profile
  • Facebook Groups
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Facebook Stories
  • Facebook Public View
  • Facebook Investigations - Subpoenas
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Linkedin
  • Instagram
  • Social Media Wrap Up
  • Advanced Social Media Introduction
  • Open Source Intelligence
  • Anatomy of Social Media
  • An Exploration into Domain Names
  • Username Workflow
  • How to Utilize Search Engines
  • Advanced Facebook Search Techniques
  • Advanced Twitter Search Techniques
  • Advanced Instagram Search Techniques
  • Advanced YouTube Search Techniques
  • How to Use HootSuite and SproutSocial
  • Open Source Intelligence Explored
  • A World of Sock Puppets
  • Keep Yourself Protected
  • Criminals: An Inside Look in Dumb Criminals Posting Criminal Acts Online
  • Exploring the TOR Project
  • Exploring the BitCoin
  • The Secrets Behind the TOR Browser
  • Digital Case File
  • The Evil Dark Web!
  • Exploring the Deep Web
  • Open Source Summit Resources
  • Intro to Mobile Forensics
  • Mobile Forensics Acquisition
  • Mobile Forensics Examination & Analysis
  • Procedures and Principles
  • Mobile Phone Acquisition/Examination/Reporting (Reading Assignment)
  • TikTok Intelligence
  • Tinder Intelligence
  • SnapChat Intelligence
  • Kik Intelligence
  • WhatsApp Intelligence
  • Legal Fundamentals (Reading Assignment)
  • Legal Fundamentals Discussion
  • Additional Resource: DOJ Prosecuting Computer Crimes Manual
  • Final Exam
EXAM DETAILS

The final exam is online and closed book. You need an 80% or better to pass. You get one attempt. There are approx. 100-150 questions on the exam and you have three hours to complete it. Should you fail the exam a new course license would need to be purchased to sit for the exam again.

RENEWAL

Your certificate of completion is valid for 2 years. If you wish to renew the certificate, you simply need to take the program again to generate a new certificate of completion. 

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  • Michael F.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Mobile apps

    I learned quite a bit and am still taking the course. I plan on taking other courses.

  • Mustapha S.
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    My review on mobile app investigations

    My experience on your courses was marvelous even though I have not yet completed the study. I hope I will complete the courses and purchase another one. My best regards, thanks.

  • Jasmine B.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Definitely an informative course

    I love the way the course is taught

  • Daniel J.
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    Mobile App Investigations course provides and excellent foundation from which to learn. McAfee Institute is an outstanding resource. Being able to study and review current, evolving literature and converse with mentors and peers is McAfee Institute's greatest value.

    I hope to be able to benefit from the many resources offered by McAfee Institute.

    Dan James

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  • Rituraj M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Mobile App Investigations is awesome

    I took this course and lessons at this course have indeed polished my capabilities on aspect of Mobile App Investigations. The course has helped me in getting one more step forward towards strengthening my carrier base. I am Really Thankful to Justice S. from McAfee Institute. who helped me in paying my fees on terms that were convenient to me. as it is bit difficult to pay high fees from Indian perspective. I am really Thankful to Her and McAfee Institute.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Course Experience

How long do I have access to the Training?

You get lifetime access to the training program for as long as it is still active.

How long do I have to complete a certification program and exam?

You have one year from enrollment to complete the certification program and examination.

Is everything I need included in a certification program?

Yes, you will not need any other resources or materials as the certification program is all inclusive of the content you need to study and pass for the board exam.

Does McAfee Institute use a Proctor for the exams?

The McAfee Institute utilizes ProctorU which is an online exam proctoring services for all courses which require a proctored exam. This secure, cloud-based proctoring service allows students to take secure exams at their convenience while maintaining university integrity. The exam can be accessed through www.mcafeeinstitute.com. More instructions and training videos for utilizing ProctorU can be viewed in the New Student Orientation. A PC or Mac, webcam (external or built-in), and an internet connection are required.

Students should be prepared to show two (2) forms of personal ID. Both must have a signature, and both must be current. One of the two must have the student’s photo. The ID bearing both a signature and photo must be government-issued.

Exposure to Sensitive Content

Disclaimer: Exposure to Sensitive Content

Please be aware that the programs and certifications offered by the McAfee Institute may include content that some participants might find disturbing or offensive. By enrolling in our courses, you acknowledge that you may be exposed to materials that include, but are not limited to, adult language, nudity, graphic depictions of death, explicit discussions of political issues, scenes depicting intense violence, and real-world criminal scenarios. Additional sensitive topics may include racial and ethnic tensions, sexual content, religious contexts, mental health issues, substance abuse, terrorism, child abuse and exploitation, as well as corruption and extreme ideologies.

Context and Humor in Training: Our training sometimes incorporates humor to facilitate learning and engagement. Please understand that any humor used is intended to enhance the educational experience and is not meant to be offensive or belittle serious topics. Furthermore, discussions in our courses may cover sensitive topics such as nudity and death as they are relevant to law enforcement scenarios. Political discussions and analyses of various countries and cultures are also integral to our training, aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of global and domestic issues as they relate to law enforcement.

Intent and Educational Purpose: These elements are included for educational purposes and are intended to provide a realistic view of the subjects under study. Our aim is not to offend or cause distress but to prepare you for real-life situations you may encounter in your professional life. We strive to handle all content with the utmost respect and professionalism, keeping in mind the diverse backgrounds of our participants.

Participants are advised to consider their personal sensitivities and circumstances before enrolling. If at any time you feel uncomfortable, we encourage you to reach out to an instructor or program coordinator for support and guidance.

By continuing with the enrollment and participating in the courses, you explicitly agree and understand that the McAfee Institute is not liable for any emotional distress, discomfort, or offense that may arise from exposure to such content or the manner in which it is presented. This includes understanding that certain topics may evoke strong emotional responses due to personal experiences or beliefs, and participants are expected to manage their engagement according to their own discretion and advice from medical or psychological professionals if necessary.

Your decision to proceed with the course indicates your acceptance of this potential exposure and an acknowledgment of the educational purpose behind including such content in our curriculum.

Payment and Refunds

What is your refund policy?

We offer a NO-Questions-asked 3 day money-back guarantee from the date you enroll in your program if you are not satisfied with your program for any reason under the below conditions.

To be eligible for a refund under our money-back guarantee you MUST NOT have viewed more than 5% of your program and not have downloaded any of the course content.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds can take up to 30 days to be credited back to your account. This is dependant on your credit card company and not us.

Do you offer payment plans?

If you are a U.S. or Canadian citizen, we are excited to offer flexible payment plan options through Affirm and Sezzle at checkout.

With Affirm, you can enjoy the convenience of spreading your payments over up to 36 months, subject to approval.

For those who prefer a shorter plan, Sezzle offers an interest-free option, allowing you to make 4 biweekly payments.

Choose the plan that best suits your financial needs and start your journey with us today.

How do the Scholarship Offers work?

OVERVIEW

You cannot combine discount codes or other promotional offers on scholarship offers. Discount codes are valid on full price items only and cannot be combined. Scholarships are applied directly to the price of the enrollment tuition. No other codes are needed.

FINANCIAL NEED

Scholarships are available to students in financial need. They are not for employer purchases. Scholarships are based on sponsors and thier needs as they are sponsoring a students enrollment. Scholarships are limited and not always available.

AVAILABILITY

Scholarships are limited in the number we offer and the amount. Once they are gone they are gone. If a scholarship is available it will be listed on the course page and applied to the price on the website.

HOW TO SECURE A SCHOLARSHIP

It is easy to secure your scholarship. Simply enroll in the program of choice when a scholarship is available.

ELIGIBLITY

Scholarships are designed for students in finacial need only. McAfee Institute reserves the right to verify and validate financial need of the student on enrollment into the program.

ADDITIONAL POLICY

Using a discount code or promotional code will result in termination of your account and course access and you herby agree to follow these terms as outlined.

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System Requirements

Are there system requirements?

You cannot use a VPN, TVN or Proxy to access our site our course materials due to our security measures. In addition you will need a laptop or desktop computer as well. Review the following requirements for your camera, operating system, upload/download speeds, RAM, ports, microphones, and browsers. Also included is a list of technology not currently supported by ProctorU.

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

Can I use a VPN, VM, Proxy or Similar?

You cannot use a VPN, TVN or Proxy to access our site our course materials due to our security measures. 

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