Career Details

Forensic Photography

Description

Certifying Organization

The International Association for Identification

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Forensic Video Technician

Certifying Organization

Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Forensic Photography & Imaging Certification

Certifying Organization

International Association for Identification

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Total Body Photography Certification

Certifying Organization

BioCommunications Association, Inc. - Board of Registry

Type

C - Specialty

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