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Class Description

Accelerated Introduction to Intelligence (AITI) is an intensive course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of Intelligence and its various forms. Beginning with foundational discussions, the course explores commonly used techniques in Open Source Investigation and introduces the use of social media for Intelligence collection and analysis. Students will gain an understanding of the Intelligence Cycle, OSINT Lifecycle, and Horseshoe theory, as well as techniques for validation and integrity in investigations. Command-line tools may be discussed or demonstrated, but the course is accessible using only a web browser.

Throughout the course, you'll learn about a range of Intelligence foundations and tradecraft, including:

•       Define Intelligence and distinguish it from Information

•       Explore Open vs Closed Source and the concept of Open Source Intelligence

•       Understand the various forms of intelligence and their relationship with other disciplines

•       Introduction to Intelligence Tradecraft, including techniques for controlling bias, managing OSINT, and identifying disinformation, misinformation, and deception

•       Introduce Horseshoe theory and its relevance to Intelligence

This course is suitable for anyone interested in Intelligence and its applications.

Prerequisites

This is a ground-truth, pure fundamentals course. There are no experience prerequisites. No accounts are explicitly needed, although having social media accounts (they do not have to be your real account nor do they need to be fake [Sock] accounts) to follow along with will not hurt. Prior to the course, please register for an account on the Wiki Here and the Discord Here.

Who Is This Class For?

This class is for the absolute beginner in OSINT as well as seasoned professionals, law enforcement, penetration testers, and cyber threat intelligence analysts seeking to refresh their foundational knowledge.

Cost

This 4-hour course costs $225.

Continuing Education & Employer Relations

Information about getting certificates, badges, or invoices for CPEs/CEUs/etc. and employer reimbursement can be found here.