Crime Laboratory Managers

The President's DNA Initiative provides Federal funding to further automate and improve the infrastructure of Federal, State, and local crime labs so they can process DNA samples efficiently and cost-effectively. Access to the latest training, information, and resources for the forensic scientists who work in our Nation's crime laboratories is critical to ensuring the most effective use of this technology.

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Training

Analyst Training Program 

A series of online courses that can be taken on their own or as part of the DNA Analyst Training Program, which offers testing and a laboratory training manual. Learn more about the Analyst Training Program.

 Forensics Management Academy

Contemporary business practices can improve the operation of your laboratory and this week-long training can teach you how to improve your lab's efficiency and your staff's capabilities. The instructors use a mix of interactive projects, case studies and lecture.

Who should attend: Forensic laboratory managers, law enforcement executives and aspiring forensic service providers who want to learn better business practices. Attendance is limited to 30 people.

Topics: Leadership, succession planning, team building, business skills, conflict resolution, cost benefit analysis, budgeting, motivation, strategy, and performance and project management.

Learn more about the Forensics Management Academy.