TESTIMONIAL
"As a practicing document examiner I continuously take part in different training programs to stay up to date with new research and technology as they become available. Reed's Training Course in Questioned Handwriting and Document Examination is extremely well organized and packed full of quality information for both the novice and the seasoned expert. Reed is truly invested in your success and offers both email and telephone support throughout the training program. Reed's integrity is unmatched and his 15 plus years of professional experience provides the student with an additional bonus that you can't put a price tag on. Of all the courses on the market today, Reed's is by far the best for the price. If you are interested in a career in forensic handwriting or document examination I highly recommend this course over any other. I guarantee you will be happy with the results."
Roy Fenoff, Fort Collins, Colorado
The
Training Course in Questioned Handwriting and Document Examination teaches the fundamentals of forensic handwriting and document work. It is designed to equip participants with the knowledge necessary to launch a career in questioned document examination.
The training consists of 26 lessons which guide students from the basics of handwriting evaluation all the way through appearing in court to render testimony. Each lesson is followed by an exam, most of which require practical application of the principles involved. Actual case material is utilized and, in many instances, original documentation is provided for the student's examination. Periodically, supplemental material from actual cases will be given, along with case notes, reports and comparison charts.
LESSONS INCLUDE- History of handwriting
- Handwriting measurements
- Complex writing features
- Evaluation of printing and numerals
- Handwriting variables
- Comparison standards
- Examination of signatures and initials
- Anonymous writing
- Disguised writing
- Typewriting and fonts
- Writing instruments
- Altered documents
- Examining non-original documents
- Determining sequence of document entries
- Degrees of opinion
- Report writing
- How to appear as a witness
- The business of document examination...and more
COURSE CONTENTS- 26 lessons & Exams
- Supplemental material from actual adjudicated cases
- CD containing all lesson material and exams in PDF and MS Word format
- Measuring devices & pocket magnifier
- Additional course material (worksheets, report templates, etc.) available for download
Students will study at their own pace, with a suggested completion time of 12-18 months. Exams may be returned for correction via mail or retrieved from the CD provided and returned via email. The extensive final exam consists of a written test as well as a practical section that is an actual questioned document case to be worked out in detail. Participants will be awarded a certificate of completion at the end of training.
Throughout the course Reed will be available for discussion of any of the material, either by email or phone.
Note: This course does not meet guidelines recommended by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) for the training of forensic document examiners (ASTM E-2388) or the requirements for application to the Board of Forensic Document Examiners.
TUITION
Cost of the entire
Training Course in Questioned Handwriting and Document Examination is $1,500 with a $100 discount if the full amount is paid up-front. Other financial arrangements are available. PayPal payments accepted.
For additional information about the
Training Course in Questioned Handwriting and Document Examination contact Reed by phone, email or mail:
Reed Hayes
P.O. Box 235213
Honolulu, HI 96823
Tel: 808-737-0502 Fax: 808-356-0811
Email:
reed@reedwrite.com
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