Online Self-Learning Modules for New Forensic DNA Analysts

4/1/2009-12/31/2010

Forensic Training Network is proud to partner with the

to offer a series of online training modules geared toward new forensic DNA analysts employed in a U.S. state or local public crime laboratory at NO CHARGE. These modules provide effective and efficient self-learning tools designed to minimize limited resources public laboratories must spend training new analysts.

The content for these modules was developed according to the Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (SWGDAM) Training Guidelines and the DNA Advisory Board (DAB) Quality Assurance Standards. Therefore, participants will receive a significant portion of the theoretical and technical training required. Forensic Training Network is happy to help laboratories incorporate these training modules into their existing training program if requested.

These modules are designed to be taken as a series and in the order presented, but this is not required. However, if you do successfully complete all 12 modules, you will be eligible to receive one graduate level unit of academic credit from the California State University, Fresno for a $300 fee.

A FREE forensicHUB.com forum is available for participants in this program to discuss training content with the instructors and each other. 

Those wishing to participate in this program must submit a verification form to provide proof of U.S. public crime laboratory employment. Once your employment is confirmed, a registration code will be issued via email. You may use this code to enroll in any or all of the 12 core modules for FREE.

Modules (click on a link to register and obtain more info)

• Fundamental Biology & Genetics of Forensic DNA Testing
• Forensic DNA Testing Basics
• Biological Evidence Screening & Serology
• Forensic DNA Testing Markers & Methods
• DNA Extraction for Forensic STR Analysis
• DNA Quantification for Forensic STR Analysis
• Forensic STR Amplification
• Capillary Electrophoresis for Forensic STR Analysis
• Forensic STR Data Analysis
• Forensic STR Data Interpretation
• Forensic DNA Testing Quality Assurance & Validation
• Forensic DNA Databases & Courtroom Considerations

Features of our online training include narrated slides, animated graphics, student assessments (quizzes), training module workbooks and certificates of completion.

This Web site is funded through grant 2008-DN-BX-K198 from the National Institute of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Neither the U.S. Department of Justice nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse, this Web site (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies and any services or tools provided).