Forensic Document Examination

**Forensic Document Examination (FDE)** is a specialized discipline critical for central banks and law enforcement in authenticating currency, verifying security features, and detecting counterfeiting or fraud. This course provides an intensive, hands-on introduction to the scientific methods and analytical tools used to examine questioned documents, with a focus on banknotes, securities, and financial instruments. Participants will master the use of specialized lighting, microscopy, and chemical analysis to detect alterations, identify printing processes, and verify security features. The program provides the foundational skills necessary for personnel involved in investigating currency integrity, fraud, and legal challenges requiring expert testimony.