Accreditation and Certification
In 2017, the International Anti Crime Academy presented IOSI101: OSINT Module 1, IOSI102: OSINT Module 2, and IOSI103: OSINT Module 3 from the Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert® program for evaluation to the Center for Post-Initial Education (CPION). This organization acts as the official liaison for educational institutions wishing to register their post-initial education programs as accredited registered courses. CPION is responsible for ensuring the quality of various institutions, including the Foundation for Post Higher Professional Education in the Netherlands (SPHBO). Only programs that meet stringent quality criteria qualify for the ‘registered course’ designation and are also included in the Dutch Education Database.
A requirement for registration with SPHBO is that the offered curriculum, in this case, the Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert® program, meets the expectations of a registered course in terms of level, depth, currency, and relevance to the job market, as assessed by the institute’s expert Advisory Committee. In the evaluation of a registered course, the Advisory Committee reviews and monitors various elements such as content, duration, number of teaching hours, study load, practical assignments, examination tasks, and the like.
The aforementioned process has resulted in the International Anti Crime Academy being authorized to issue a registered and recognized Post-HBO (Post-Bachelor’s) diploma for the following program:
Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert®
To ensure the quality and job market relevance of this program, the International Anti Crime Academy has established an external Advisory Committee on OSINT, composed of members active in the sectors of Investigation (semi-government), Intelligence (government), and Civil Research, Supervision, and Detection (non-government).
This Advisory Committee oversees and advises on the alignment of the Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert® program with practical applications in the mentioned job market sectors.
Upon earning your diploma, you will enjoy the following benefits:
1. You will receive the recognized Post-Bachelor’s (Post-HBO) Diploma of Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert®
2. You will be included in the Graduates’ Registry, allowing (future) employers to verify your diploma
3. This diploma may qualify you for exemptions in other educational programs
4. The registry provides the option to request a replacement diploma if you lose the original
Our OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) programs and diplomas are widely recognized and highly regarded by various government agencies, as well as a broad spectrum of international organizations outside of government. Whether you are already employed by such an organization or aspire to a position with one of these employers, our OSINT programs represent a valuable addition to your resume.
Continuing Education Points and Credits
ACAMS has awarded 169 credits to the Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert® diploma (IOSI101, IOSI102 en IOSI103).