This course is designed for those new to the field of friction ridge comparison as well as seasoned examiners. Starting with full palm impressions, students will learn the basic anatomy and terminology as it relates to the palm. Through interactive presentations and hands-on practical exercises students will learn orientation clues, techniques, and red flags as they learn to identify the specific hand and its corresponding region of a partial or fragmented palm impression. Students will be provided with a packet of palm impressions and exemplars to match their predetermined skill level to work through during the three-day course.
Venue Information:
The Regional Training Center @ Fountain Valley
17595 Mt Herrmann St., Fountain Valley CA 92708
The Regional Training Center operates out of a secured facility. Please bring a photo ID with you to your first day of class, as you will be required to undergo a simple background check to comply with I.T.A.R. regulations.
Palm Print Comparison Course
This course is designed for those new to the field of friction ridge comparison as well as seasoned examiners. Starting with full palm impressions, students will learn the basic anatomy and terminology as it relates to the palm. Through interactive presentations and hands-on practical exercises students will learn orientation clues, techniques, and red flags as they learn to identify the specific hand and its corresponding region of a partial or fragmented palm impression. Students will be provided with a packet of palm impressions and exemplars to match their predetermined skill level to work through during the three-day course.