The Forensic Investigator II Certificate is designed to give graduates a recognized credential that can translate into greater recognition within their respective field. After completing the required certificates, courses, and one elective course offered through the Texas Forensic Science Academy graduates will have an understanding of the investigator’s role throughout the investigative process, procedures for conducting investigations of various types of human death, and the skills for scientific interpretation of bloodstain evidence at crime scenes.
Required Certificates
Required Courses
- Forensic Photography II
- Pick one of the following options:
- Death Investigation (Classroom or Online)
- Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
- Processing Evidence of Violent Crimes
Elective Courses
Choose one of the following:
Once all courses have been completed, applicants should confirm they meet all certificate requirements using the Forensic Investigator II Application and return it to the TEEX Law Enforcement & Protective Services Excellence division. Eligibility of each candidate will be reviewed and email notification of decision will be sent.
Note: Applicants should have a majority of the Forensic Investigator Level I classes complete, if not the entire Forensic Investigator Level I Certificate, before starting the Level II courses. All courses must be taken within seven (7) years of the date of the application. Only one course from another provider will be accepted if the curriculum and hours match TEEX curriculum. TEEX will review your course equivalency request and make a determination on a case-by-case basis; additional information may be required from you.
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Forensic Investigator II | FSA102 | Forensic Entomology |
Forensic evidence of a crime scene can include the collection and preservation of entomological evidence resulting from the insect colonization of victims. Participants will learn to apply principles of forensic entomology to questions concerning victim transport, toxicology, and approximate… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Forensic Entomology |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA103 | Bloodstain Pattern Analysis |
The science of bloodstain pattern analysis can assist investigators in making determinations, such as, relative positions of the victim or suspect, the nature of the force and weapon used, and the approximate number of blows struck during an assault. This course is designed for those who… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Bloodstain Pattern Analysis |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA108 | Processing Evidence of Violent Crimes |
Biological evidence resulting from violent crime presents unique and challenging issues for crime scene investigators. This course provides participants with information, techniques, and methods for processing and documenting violent crime scenes. Participants will learn how to assess… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Processing Evidence of Violent Crimes |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA109 | Skeletal Death Investigation |
Clandestine burial sites and scattered human remains pose serious issues for criminal investigators. This course is designed for those responsible for death investigations, including cold case death investigations dealing with skeletal remains. Participants will be introduced to the field of… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Skeletal Death Investigation |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA110 | Death Investigation |
From the moment a human body is discovered, there are many potential causes, factors, and circumstances that must be considered in completing a thorough criminal investigation and potential prosecution. This course addresses the procedures for conducting investigations of various types of… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Death Investigation |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA112 | Forensic Photography II |
Once an investigator has mastered basic forensic photography, there are advanced skills and techniques that can allow for greater effectiveness in documenting crime scenes and physical evidence. Participants will learn photographic techniques such as low light/nighttime, ultraviolet,… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Forensic Photography II |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA114 | Death Investigation (Online) |
From the moment a human body is discovered, there are many potential causes, factors, and circumstances that must be considered in completing a thorough criminal investigation and potential prosecution. This online course addresses the procedures for conducting investigations of various… Show more
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Online | Learn More about Death Investigation (Online) |
Forensic Investigator II | FSA117 | Forensic Fire Fatality Investigation |
This unique course provides participants the opportunity for hands-on, science-based investigative fire death training utilizing live-burn training aids. Instruction will be on proper systematic processes for crime scene management from the initial scene approach through data collection,… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Forensic Fire Fatality Investigation |