International Association for Identification
Certification Boards
Bloodstain Pattern Examiner Certification
Bloodstain Pattern Examiner
Certification requirements vary, but may
include actual training as well as oral
and/or visual presentations and an
examination with a passing score of 75
percent.
Crime Scene Certification
Crime Scene Certification is a tri-level
program:
- Level I -- Certified Crime Scene
Investigator
- Level II -- Certified Crime
Scene Analyst
- Level III -- Certified Senior
Crime Scene Analyst
Each level requires a vigorous
testing process with a minimum passing
score of 75 percent.
Footwear Certification
Footwear Certification requires that
applicants meet specified requirements
prior to beginning the testing process,
which consists of a written and
practical test.
Forensic Art Certification
Forensic Art Certification includes
applications of composite drawing,
facial reconstruction, age
progression/child updates, and court
exhibits/graphic demonstrative evidence.
The Forensic Art Certification Board
verifies that professionals who achieve
certification meet specified
qualifications. The IAI currently only
certifies in the area of Composite Art
although possible expansion of
certification into other aspects of
Forensic Art is being considered
Forensic Photography Certification
Latent Print Certification
Latent Print Certification tests pattern
interpretation of inked fingerprints and
comparison of latent prints. In
addition, multiple-choice questions
cover every facet of the science of
fingerprints. Each applicant for this
certification must submit a case,
including testimony and charted
enlargements, to the Latent Print
Certification Board.
Tenprint Fingerprint Certification