rodcha.OSINT / Investigation
Training catalogue / OSINT Foundations

Core methods / Beginner to intermediate

OSINT Foundations

Search methodology, source reliability, research environment, social information and public records. Build a repeatable process for open-source investigation.

Course outline

The capability this course develops.

  1. 01

    Define the research requirement, lawful purpose and scope.

  2. 02

    Set up a research environment and develop structured search methods.

  3. 03

    Work with public records, web archives and social information.

  4. 04

    Evaluate source reliability and preserve a usable research trail.

Who this is for

New investigators and researchers, or practitioners who want a structured foundation.

Learning, access and completion

The course combines structured learning with practical application. Estimated study time is 12 hours. Your course offer confirms the access period, inclusions, support and assessment requirements before purchase.

Course access is specific to the subjects purchased. The optional monthly tools subscription is separate. Where a completion certificate is included, it is issued after the stated requirements are met. It does not grant an investigation licence or imply external accreditation.

Responsible use

Methods are taught for lawful investigation and research. Consider applicable privacy law, professional licensing, platform terms and authority before applying any method to a person or organisation.