SFJ Awards
Level 4
QN: 610/6096/3
Curriculum Active
SFJ Awards Level 4 Certificate in Internet Research and Investigation
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by SFJ Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 140 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
SFJ Awards
Syllabus Units
2 Units
Guided Hours
140 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Essential Skills for Conducting Internet Research and Investigations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop and apply practical skills when conducting internet-based research and investigation
- Be able to apply advanced internet research and investigative techniques
- Be able to apply secure browsing and privacy techniques for effective online research
2
The Principles of Internet Research and Investigation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the Internet and world wide web function to support complex online research and investigation
- Understand the legal frameworks and organisational responsibilities governing the use of online resources for investigative research
- Understand the complexities of using the internet as a research and investigative tool, including associated privacy, ethical, and security implications
- Understand privacy-enhancing tools and techniques for limiting digital footprints during online investigations
- Understand the critical differences between web browsers and search engines, and their impact on internet research and investigation practices
- Understand advanced search techniques and their role in enhancing internet research and investigation
- Understand the use of images and geographic information in supporting internet research and investigation
- Understand the ethical and legal considerations when leveraging information from social media sites for investigative purposes
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/6096/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- SFJ Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2025