Social Media & Open Source Investigations
Instructor: Nick Jerman
Date: September 21, 2026
Location: Logan, UT
County: Cache County
ZIP Code: 84321
Duration: 9 hours
Cost: $249.00
Categories: Investigations, Social Media
Course Description
Gain proficiency in navigating, searching, and exploiting major social media networks. Uncover the secrets of lesser-known platforms, learn to link social media accounts to investigative targets, identify who is behind usernames, and harness the power of current OSINT websites and advanced search techniques to gather intelligence.
Topics covered include:
- Best practices to keep yourself and your family safe online
- Utilizing software and applications post-training
- Preserving data for court admissibility
- Mastering the intricacies of crafting subpoenas and search warrants for social media data
- Numerous FREE resources to support your ongoing investigations
This course benefits all positions and levels within law enforcement—from patrol officers and dispatchers to detectives, analysts, school resource officers, background investigators, supervisors, and executives—ensuring comprehensive skill enhancement for every role.
Instructor Nick Jerman is a law enforcement veteran who brings over two decades of experience specializing in Social Media and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) investigations. This course is specifically designed for any position within law enforcement, catering to everyone from rookie officers and support staff to seasoned detectives and agency leadership. It provides practical, comprehensive knowledge of social media platforms and OSINT techniques, empowering you to effectively combat crime in the digital age.