Career Details

Criminal Intelligence Certified Analyst

Description

The purpose of the IALEIA Certification Program is to promote professionalism and high standards in analysis by establishing standards and testing and by certifying analysts. Certified analysts tend to be among the more experienced and educated analysts and frequently hold higher classifications in their respective organizations. Some agencies encourage IALEIA certification for analysts seeking promotion or employment.

Certifying Organization

International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts

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? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Cyber-Crime Expert

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E-Business Process Solutions

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Professional Criminal Investigator

Certifying Organization

McAfee Institute

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Social Media Intelligence Expert

Certifying Organization

McAfee Institute

Type

B - Advanced

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