A Nationally Accredited Law Enforcement Training Academy

Course Prerequisite: Basic Crime Scene and Basic Crime Scene Photography

To detect every possible trace of evidence, investigators must utilize high-power narrowband alternate
light sources (ALS) to search throughout the entire spectral range from UV to Near-IR to discover
evidence that can be overlooked or unconsidered. During this hands-on training course, attendees will
learn the basics of light theory and refresh their knowledge on photography using ALS. They will also
learn advanced techniques, such as longwave reflected-UV and infrared fingerprint photography.
Attendees will participate in a hands-on practical exercise to put their newly acquired skills to the test.

The prerequisite for the course is the student must have attended a Basic Crime Scene (Agent School)
course, or something similar. Attending students must have a working understanding of fingerprints and
powder processing, and Basic Crime Scene Photography this ensures they already have fundamental
understanding of photography.

Your Instructor:
Alexis Dodson has been working with Foster + Freeman as a Technical Sales Specialist since June 2021,
whose duties require to be knowledgeable in crime scene, fingerprinting, trace evidence, and questioned
document forensic equipment. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic and Investigative
Science with a minor in Psychology at West Virginia University in May 2021. She also received formal
certificates from West Virginia University including a 40-Hour Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Course
and 40-Hours of Science & Technology of Fingerprinting. Her role at Foster + Freeman includes sales and
training for various company products. She has presented workshops and lectures on both crime scene
and fingerprint topics at the IAI and many local IAI divisions.