Foundations of Intelligence

Course Description

This introductory program provides a clear, structured foundation in intelligence principles and their practical application in today’s security and operational environments. Participants will learn how raw information becomes actionable intelligence. Learners will explore how accurate reporting, disciplined observation, and sound judgment support proactive decision-making, and risk mitigation, across corporate, public-sector, and private-security settings. The course also explains how information moves through the intelligence cycle and introduces essential intelligence disciplines (such as HUMINT, OSINT, and SIGINT) in a simple, accessible way.

Through practical examples, real-world scenarios, and easy-to-understand frameworks, learners will gain confidence in reporting information accurately, understand how strategic decisions are made, and recognize how their observations contribute to the broader picture.

By the end of this course, participants will understand the purpose of intelligence; distinguish raw information from analyzed intelligence; recognize how distorted or incomplete information can create challenges; improve situational awareness; communicate information clearly, and carry out appropriate actions in response to intelligence insights.

Course Content
Part One
  • Section One: Information Gathering
  • Section Two: Collecting Information
  • Section Three: Turning Information into Intelligence
Part Two
  • Section One: Turning Information into Action
  • Section Two: Filling in the Gaps
Part Three
  • Quiz
Who Should Take This Course
  • Security officers
  • Supervisors
  • Public-safety personnel
  • Corporate security team members
  • Anyone responsible for observing, reporting, or supporting intelligence-driven decision-making within an organization
Inside the course
Instructors
Sal Lifrieri
Security Consultant, Author, Lecturer

Sal LifrieriMr. Lifrieri is currently the President of Protective Countermeasures Inc., a security firm located in New Rochelle New York specializing in threat mitigation, investigation and training.

He is often sourced by both the local and national news media for commentary on security and terrorism related stories; is a published author and frequent lecturer.


Christine McQuillan
Course Designer, Content, and Producer

Christine McQuillanChristine is a seasoned Instructional Designer and E-Learning Developer. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Illinois State University. Beginning her career as an educator in inner-city Chicago, she transitioned to training flight attendants, focusing on emergency evacuations, equipment procedures, and aviation security.

Christine holds the credential of Certified Instructional Trainer by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, and has furthered her expertise with completion of OSHA 30 outreach training. Her niche lies in crafting comprehensive courses spanning security, occupational health and safety, and public health topics.


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