


Hoodlums to Hackers: How Criminals Get Our Info and How We Can Stop Them: Self-Study Video
1 Credits: Business Management & Organization
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Hoodlums to Hackers: How Criminals Get Our Info and How We Can Stop Them: Self-Study Video
Format
Self-Study Video
Course Level
Basic
CPE Credits
1 Credits: Business Management & Organization
Course Description
Identity theft is one of the most persistent crimes in the United States. This course focuses on how criminals and hackers steal identities and how to prevent victimization. It covers simple steps individuals can employ to keep their identities safe and protect them from the plethora of scams and frauds that pervade our society. The course also provides solution-oriented approaches based on real-life examples as well as numerous resources, tips, and recommendations.
Learning Objectives
- Identify specific ways criminals obtain personal information from individuals
- Cite how to utilize various practices to prevent fraud and personal information from being compromised
- Identify how to check, monitor, and freeze a personal credit file
Course Specifics
6201305VID
February 8, 2023
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Compliance Information
CFP Notice: Not all courses that qualify for CFP® credit are registered by Western CPE. If a course does not have a CFP registration number in the compliance section, the continuing education will need to be individually reported with the CFP Board. For more information on the reporting process, required documentation, processing fee, etc., contact the CFP Board. CFP Professionals must take each course in it’s entirety, the CFP Board DOES NOT accept partial credits for courses.
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Jeff Lanza was an FBI special agent for over 20 years. He investigated corruption, fraud, organized crime, cybercrime, human trafficking, and terrorism. Jeff has lectured at Princeton University and as a “distinguished lecturer” at Missouri State University. He appears regularly on Fox News and CNBC, and he appeared on such national programs as TODAY, Good Morning America, Dateline, and NPR’s Marketplace. Jeff is passionate about keeping people and organizations safe from risk and has presented to thousands around the globe. His latest book, Pistols to Press, has received critical acclaim from national media figures. In addition, Jeff has authored speeches for FBI executives and has …