# McAfee Institute

McAfee Institute is an American professional certification and training organization founded in 2010 by Joshua McAfee. The institute specializes in providing online education for professionals in the intelligence, investigations, and law enforcement sectors. McAfee Institute offers certifications and training programs in fields such as cyber intelligence, cryptocurrency investigations, open-source intelligence (OSINT), human trafficking investigations, and workplace violence prevention.

## Programs and certifications

McAfee Institute offers a range of certifications and training programs aimed at professionals in law enforcement, the military, intelligence, and corporate sectors. These programs include training in:
* Cyber intelligence and investigations
* Cryptocurrency investigations
* Counterintelligence
* Human trafficking
* Artificial Intelligence
* Workplace violence and active shooter situations
* Organized retail crime
* Leadership development
* Incident response
* Digital forensics
* Fraud detection
* Deception detection
The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical case studies and scenarios to help professionals apply the skills in real-world contexts.

## Accreditations and recognitions

McAfee Institute has been accredited by several government and industry bodies, solidifying its position as a recognized training provider in intelligence and investigations.
* Missouri Department of Education: McAfee Institute's programs are accredited by the Missouri Department of Education, ensuring that its courses meet the state's educational standards for professional training.
* Missouri Department of Public Safety: The institute has also been accredited by the Missouri Department of Public Safety, recognizing its training programs for law enforcement and public safety professionals in Missouri.
McAfee Institute's certifications are further recognized by organizations such as the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) under the Department of Homeland Security and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for professional development credits.

## Partnerships and recognitions

McAfee Institute has been recognized by several governmental and industry organizations for its contributions to professional education. It is a listed provider of professional certifications by the Department of Homeland Security's National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS).
In 2021, McAfee Institute was approved by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to offer professional development credits for its courses. This acknowledgment by SHRM further demonstrates the institute's commitment to continuous learning and development in the intelligence and investigative sectors.
Additionally, the institute has formed partnerships with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), offering credentialing assistance programs to military personnel through the Army COOL & Credentialing Assistance (CA), Navy COOL, DOD Civilian COOL and Airforce COOL.

## Industry contributions

McAfee Institute has been featured in several industry publications, including Inc. Magazine, where it was highlighted for its contributions to developing skilled professionals in cybersecurity and cybercrime investigations. In 2013, McAfee Institute was recognized in Inc. 500/5000 for its rapid growth, ranking #35 on the list of fastest-growing companies. Insights Success Magazine profiled the institute, discussing how it develops elite cybercrime fighters. In Social Engineering by unidel.edu, McAfee Institute was identified as a recognizable and trustworthy source for intelligence training, reinforcing its reputation within the field.

## Publications and research

McAfee Institute regularly contributes to research and public awareness in the fields of intelligence and investigations. Notably, the institute offers specialized training programs addressing the evolving role of technology in human trafficking and sexual exploitation. The institute aims to equip professionals with skills necessary to combat these growing global issues, leveraging digital forensics, cybersecurity, and OSINT methodologies.