The Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) credential was the first certification in computer forensics. This certification is used to demonstrate the competency level of the professionals who pass the examination. This field has grown tremendously in the past few years due to the increasing number of electronic crimes. Currently, there is a huge demand for this certified course. In order to be a qualified computer examiner, here are some useful tips for you.
The certification process can be taken either offline (internally) or (online) externally. For internal certification, the candidates must attend a 2-week training course in the campus. A section on the ethics of computer forensics is also included. Upon successful completion of the course, a coach is assigned to each candidate. The coach is normally responsible to provide guidance and assistance to the candidates in order for them to have full understanding on all related issues in their assessment phase. In general, the coach works on voluntary basis.
On the other hand, for external certification, the candidates do not attend the training. They can study all the related courses online. Then they are required to prove themselves by completing the assessment phase under the supervision of a monitor. For online program, it focuses on hands-on practice which emphasizes “learning by doing”. The assessment period for both internal and external certifications is approximately 12 months.
In order to obtain certification in an easier manner, there are some steps you could take:
o If you opt for internal certification, you should grab the opportunities to ask more questions from your lecturers face to face as most of the lecturers are the industry practitioners, they are willing to share their knowledge and experience with you. If you are taking external certification, you still can obtain information from your monitor.
o You should always keep yourself updated with the latest news related to computer criminal activities all around the world.
o It is good for you to do more research online to obtain more information which is related to computer forensics facilities
The above mentioned are the suggestions to assist you to be a certified forensic computer examiner in an easier manner.