East Texas Arson Investigators Association is hosting their annual conference.

Please visit https://etaia.us/conference/ for more information.

Registration Fees:

$175 per person

Modern fires are burning hotter and faster than ever before, leading to extreme fire conditions that result in structural collapse. This is attributed to the modern day “lightweight construction.” Over time building materials transitioned from masonry, to heavy timber and true dimensional lumber, to our modern day laminated “lightweight” materials. 

Every year firefighters are dying in the line of duty due to structural collapses, sometimes even after the fire is out. We must remain aware that the fire is not the only factor that stresses our structures, our suppression efforts have an effect on the structure’s integrity as well.

This course offers 4 CE hours covering building materials themselves and how those materials can affect fire ground operations. This course offers an interactive practice session and a module quiz based off IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting, 7th Edition Manual. This course satisfies: NFPA 1001 5.3.2

Registration Fees:

This course is Free online

There are no prerequisites required for this course.

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This online course prepares participants to be able to identify and select proper fingerprint processing techniques for difficult surfaces encountered in the field. Participants will learn about the three types of difficult surfaces and the associated processing techniques. All information will be tied together in a final activity whereby the participant will simulate the collection of a fingerprint from a piece of evidence identified as a difficult surface.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements for Texas Forensic Science Academy Fingerprint Processing  on Difficult Surfaces course #78051.

Registration Fees:

$37 per student

There are no prerequisites for this course.

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Introduction to the investigation of fires and explosions of known and unknown origin, including investigative techniques, collection and preservation of evidence, case preparation and presentation, point-of-origin, and arson law. Upon successful completion of this course, students will take the state certification exam for Fire Investigator.

Registration Fees:

$450 per student AND $55 TCFP Exam Fee

*Excellence Fund is applicable to course fee for eligible Collin County firefighters

Click on the link below to go to the Collin College website

IAAI’s Texas Chapter is hosting a week long Arson and Fire Investigator Seminar.

Topics will include:

• Beyond Cause and Origin

• Cold Case Investigations & Management

• Skeletal Burn Remains & Identification

• AI and Investigations

• Legislative updates

• The Science of Explosion Investigations

• Utilization of Fire Testing and Applying the Scientific Method in Fire Investigations

• Bias, Presupposition, Heuristics, and other Concerns for Fire Investigations

Registration Fees:

$350 per person

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, infrared, and laser photography. Course instruction is through lecture, case review, and application exercises.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Texas Forensic Science Academy Forensic Photography II Course #40054.

Registration Fees:

$700 per student

Course prerequisites:

Foundations of Forensic Photography (online)

Forensic Photography 1

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Proper crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and documentation are key components to any criminal investigation. This course provides participants with information, techniques, and methods for conducting investigations ranging from general crime scene investigations to death investigations. Course instruction is through lecture and case review with emphasis on practical application.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Intermediate Crime Scene Course #2106.

Registration Fees:

$705 per student

Course prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

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IAAI is hosting their annual International Training Conference.

Full Week

Members - $900

Non-Members - $1,100

*Week registrations include a ticket to the Awards Banquet on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026.

One-day Pass

Members - $375

Non-Members - $490

Two-day Pass (Must attend 2 consecutive days)

Members - $625

Non-Members - $810

Guest Program - $550

Separate Registration Required for EWCT and ECT

Please note that the Expert Witness Courtroom Testimony (EWCT) and the Evidence Collection Technician (ECT) Practicum require separate registration. Click the links below to register:

• Expert Witness Courtroom Testimony (Members - $900; Non-Members - $1,100)

• Evidence Collection Technician ($295 for all)

Important Information:

• If you register for the EWCT, you do not need to register separately for the conference. EWCT registration includes access to all conference courses and extracurricular activities throughout the week.

• If you plan to register for the ECT and also attend the conference, you must register for both the ECT and the conference.

• You also have the option to register for the ECT only and attend the practicum without registering for the full conference.

More information can be found at International Association of Arson Investigators

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 investigate crime scenes containing blood evidence, such as assaults and death investigation, as well as those who process bloodstained evidentiary items. Participants will learn the basic knowledge of bloodstain pattern analysis, including methods and skills for the scientific interpretation of bloodstain evidence at crime scenes and on evidentiary items. Course instruction is through lecture and case review with emphasis on experiments and practical application.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Texas Forensic Science Academy Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Course #40057.

Registration Fees:

$799 per student

Course prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

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Capturing evidence and documenting the crime scene through skilled photography techniques is crucial to a proper criminal investigation. This course will address the basic concepts of photography and their application to professional crime scene documentation. Course instruction will be through lecture, case review, and practical exercises.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Texas Forensic Science Academy Forensic Photography Course #40053.

Registration Fees:

$650 per student

Course prerequisites:

Foundations of Photography (online) Foundations of Forensic Photography | TEEX.ORG

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This two-day course is essential for law enforcement professionals who need to stay up to date with the latest methods for obtaining data from modern vehicles. It covers procedural advancements and various approaches to retrieving vehicle data, which is crucial for locating fugitives and conducting thorough investigations.

Modern vehicles are equipped with on-board systems that connect to cellular networks, like how a cell phone operates. This connectivity can be exploited to gather data for geolocation, revealing where a vehicle currently is or where it has been. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of how current vehicles connect to cellular networks, emphasizing that a vehicle functions as a mobile digital device. It contains cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connections, stores car event data, and may even capture social media activity and the digital footprint of its occupants.

The course will also delve into the specifics of onboard storage systems and the types of data that third-party companies may store. Investigators will learn how to navigate the complexities of modern car computing systems and use the vast amount of data these vehicles can provide, including GPS data that can show nearly exact locations, depending on the make and model of the vehicle. This knowledge is vital for law enforcement officers who need to leverage every available resource to complete their investigations efficiently and effectively.

Topics Covered:

• Search warrant writing for vehicle data

• Live tracking vehicles

• Internet resources for vehicle data

• Utilizing cellular data from vehicles

• Understanding extraction data from vehicles

• Stored Infotainment System data

• Layering vehicle data for a comprehensive digital footprint and pattern of life

Registration Fees:

$500 per student

Course prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this course, though it is strongly suggested to attend the LexisNexis 40-Hour Criminal Investigations Using Cellular Technologies Course prior to taking this course. However, attendees who have an understanding of call detail records, providers, and cell phone technology are also welcome to attend.

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Introduction to the investigation of fires and explosions of known and unknown origin, including investigative techniques, collection and preservation of evidence, case preparation and presentation, point-of-origin, and arson law. Upon successful completion of this course, students will take the state certification exam for Fire Investigator on September 28, 2026.

Registration Fees:

$162 per student AND $55 TCFP Exam Fee

*Excellence Fund is applicable to course fee for eligible Collin County firefighters

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