Ence Certification Program

The EnCase® Certified Examiner (EnCE®) program certifies both public and private sector professionals in the use of Guidance Software's EnCase computer forensic software. EnCE® certification acknowledges that professionals have mastered computer investigation methodology as well as the use of EnCase during complex computer examinations. Recognized by both the law enforcement and corporate communities as a symbol of in-depth computer forensics knowledge, EnCE® certification illustrates that an investigator is a skilled computer examiner.

EnCase® Certified Examiner (EnCE®) Requirements and Process

STEP 1. Training Experience and Requirements

You need to have attended 64 hours authorized computer forensic training (online or classroom) OR have 12 Months computer forensic experience.

STEP 2. Complete the EnCE application

Application is available for download at:
EnCE Application

Complete the application and mail it to the certification coordinator:
Guidance Software, Inc.
Attn: EnCE Certification Coordinator
215 North Marengo Avenue, Suite 250
Pasadena, CA 91101

STEP 3. Receive Voucher and Study Guide

Once the application has been received and approved, you will be issued a voucher to take the Phase I exam at a Prometric facility in your area.
The voucher will reduce the Phase I testing fee from $1000 USD to $200 USD, or $225 USD (international). Tests taken without a voucher will not be accepted until application has been submitted and approved.
If you are attending an EnCE Prep Course, you will receive a confirmation email if your application has been approved.
A PDF version of the Study Guide is available for download at:
http://www.guidancesoftware.com/training/EnCE_guide.aspx

STEP 4. Take Phase I (Written Exam)

Phase I - Taken at a Prometric testing facility or GSI EnCE Prep Course. You will have 2.5 hours to complete this test.
Minimum passing score is 80%.
Those who fail must wait 2 months prior to retesting. If participant's organization or personal information changes prior to retesting, a new application will need to be submitted.

STEP 5. Take Phase II (Practical Exam)

Those who pass the Phase I will be shipped the Phase II test directly after.
60 days are allotted to complete the Phase II exam. There is a 30-day extension that can be granted via the EnCE Coordinator on a case-by-case basis.
Minimum passing score is 85%.
Those who fail must wait 2 months prior to retesting and must fill out a new application. If participant's organization or personal information changes prior to retesting, a new application will need to be submitted.

STEP 6. EnCE Certification and Renewal Process

Those who pass the Phase II test will Exam will be notified via email, then issued an EnCE Certificate and wallet card.
As of November 1st 2008, EnCE Certifications are valid for 3 years from date obtained. Detailed information about renewal process and submitting renewal credit is available here. http://www.guidancesoftware.com/training/EnCE-Application-Renewal.htm

If you have any questions regarding EnCE please contact certification@guidancesoftware.com