EnCE: EnCase Certified Examiner

Difficulty 7/10
Cost $500 USD
Duration 2 Hours (Written) + 60 Days (Practical)
Format Written + Practical Project

The EnCE validates a professional's ability to use OpenText EnCase software for computer investigation and methodology. It is a rigorous two-phase exam: a written knowledge test followed by a practical exam where the candidate must analyze a provided data set and create a comprehensive report. The practical phase tests the ability to recover deleted files, analyze unallocated space, and use EnScripts to automate processing. It is a standard requirement for many law enforcement forensics labs and large corporate investigation teams that rely on EnCase as their primary tool. Holding this cert proves you can manage a case from acquisition to final report within the EnCase environment.