course description
Homeland security requires a national effort, with shared goals and responsibilities for protecting and defending our Homeland. This course examines terrorism and its threat to the world. Analysis will include the origins and ideology of homeland security, the mission of Homeland Security, terrorism threats, religious extremism, international and domestic terrorist groups and an investigator’s responsibility in Homeland Security.
This course is approved for 2 hours of instruction in Georgia, Oregon, Kentucky, Oklahoma, South Carolina. An exam will be administered upon the conclusion of the program. If the candidate passes with a score of 75% or better, a certificate of completion will be issued in accordance with state licensing authority standards.
the instructor
L. Scott Harrell has been a professional investigator for over 17 years. He began a career in the intelligence and investigations tradecraft when selected to work with several intelligence units while serving our country in the United States Navy. Since his discharge, Scott has continued to apply the very special skills honed in the military through his own private investigation practice and service within the private security industry. Scott has worked with Fortune 500 companies, owned and managed two very successful agencies in Texas, Florida and Louisiana. He is also a noted speaker, mentor and author of ten (10) investigation-related books.
program outline
Introduction
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Foreword
Homeland Security Defined
The Department of Homeland Security
The Framework of the DHS
Current Department of Homeland Security Organizational Char
The Department of Homeland Security’s Mission
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Homeland Security Threats and Indicators
USA PATRIOT ACT
U.S. Homeland Security Legislation
Terrorism
What is Terrorism?
Who are Terrorists?
Acts of Terrorism
Weapons of Mass Destruction
The Seven Signs of Terrorist Activity
Preparing for Terrorism
An Investigator’s Response: A Proactive Approach
Reporting Suspected Terrorist Activity Interviewing and Taking Statements
Conclusion
- Bibliography
