Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA) - Social Media Investigative Tools

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    Applicants may attend virtually or in person in Hunstville, TX
    Apply by July 9, 2026

    Social Media Investigative Tools is tailored for investigators and analysts who work in the public safety sector, including professionals who secure critical infrastructure. It is focused on the value of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and social media for investigations. Participants will learn how to use different social media platforms and preserve evidence gathered during investigations
    Pre-class undercover account creation is required. Registrants are provided instructions prior to course day.

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Who Should Attend:

    This program is designed for new and/or experienced crime analysts and open only to those currently employed at a law enforcement or public safety agency.

Course Hours:

    Participants receive 8 hours of TCOLE Credit 6035 upon completion of the program.

Program Links:

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Date/Time:

Jul 23, 2026 (08:30 am) - (03:30 pm)

For the Crime Analyis Certificate Program, each class begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; Friday class begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends following capstone presentations. The program breaks for lunch around 11:30 each day (lunch is not provided).
For Special Topic Courses, days and times vary, see information under upcoming events.

Course Cost:

Provided at no tuition cost for the Spring/Summer 2026 semester. Participants will need to pay for their travel-related expenses, such as meals, lodging, and travel.

This training is being funded through grant 15PBJA-24-GG-00242-BRND from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.

In Fall 2024, we were fortunate to receive federal funding to support the growth and expansion of our operation. We are grateful to Congressman Pete Sessions for his support of CICA and for this federal funding. Through this generous support, we can deliver courses without cost to individuals currently employed by law enforcement and public safety organizations.

Location Information:

Bill Blackwood
Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas
Criminal Justice Center
Sam Houston State University
1600 Bobby K. Marks Blvd.
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2417
Phone: 800-477-9248
Fax: 936-294-3926

The Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA) was established in January 2023 and is housed within the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) at Sam Houston State University. CICA’s mission is to assist public safety agencies by enhancing their analytical capabilities through professional development, education, and research.

The public and private sectors operate in an environment fraught with threats and opportunities. The interconnected nature of American society increases the severity of manmade and natural threats facing public and private organizations. Building organizational resiliency and improving performance is predicated on an understanding of external and internal risk factors.

CICA’s goal is to enhance public safety through expanded and improved data analytics.

For more information, contact:

Jackie Swan, Coordinator - CICA
Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas
George J. Beto Criminal Justice Building
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341-2417
Phone: (936)294-4793
cica@shsu.edu

Cancellation Policy:

If your plans change and you need to cancel, please contact us immediately to avoid cancellation or “no show” fees. The department in which you registered under will be billed a $325 fee for failure to cancel 14 days prior to the course start date. It is the responsibility of the participant to cancel reservations made with the host hotel.