Counterterrorism Courses and Certifications

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Securing the Homeland - Challenges and Strategies

Homeland Security Secretary discusses national security challenges and collaborative efforts with domestic and foreign partners to address them in this Aspen Security Forum talk.

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• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Under Assault: Assessing Top Threats to US National Security

Former CIA and National Intelligence directors discuss current external and internal threats to US national security, offering expert insights on pressing global challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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SOCOM: Policing the World - Special Operations Forces in Global Crisis Response

Explore SOCOM's global role in crisis response and partner-nation capacity building with Commander Raymond Thomas, discussing Special Operations Forces' strategic importance in modern conflicts.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future of Terrorism - Patterns, Trends, and Scientific Approaches

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Explore patterns and trends in modern terrorism over the past 50 years, examining data-driven insights to understand and potentially forecast future threats and developments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Africa: The Next Hotbed of Terrorism?

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Explores the rise of terrorist groups across Africa, examining their impact on regional stability and global security. Experts discuss challenges and potential strategies to address this growing threat.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Homeland Security in the Age of ISIL

Explore the rise of ISIL, its impact on homeland security, and strategies to combat violent extremism with insights from the DHS Secretary.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

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Virtual 2021 Aspen Security Forum - Day 2

Explore global security challenges with world leaders at the Aspen Security Forum. Engage in non-partisan discussions on critical national security issues shaping our world today.

• YouTube
• 7 hours 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Two Decades On: Lessons from Afghanistan - 2021

Experts discuss lessons learned from two decades of U.S. involvement in Afghanistan, examining military strategy, diplomatic efforts, and the long-term implications for regional stability and international relations.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Tour d'Horizon - National Security Threats and Policy Responses

Expert panel discusses current national security threats and potential policy responses, offering insights from former high-level government officials in homeland security, intelligence, and counterterrorism.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Securing the Homeland in the Post-Post 9/11 Era

Explore evolving terrorist threats and homeland security strategies with Secretary John Kelly, discussing current challenges and the administration's plans for safeguarding the nation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Westerners Joining ISIS: Motivations and Prevention Strategies

Explore the motivations and backgrounds of Westerners joining ISIS, focusing on high-profile cases and strategies to counter radicalization.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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National Security Today - Emerging Challenges and Opportunities

Explore emerging national security challenges and opportunities with top military and political leaders, discussing current threats and strategic responses in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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The Internet of Broken Things - Future Challenges of Global Cybersecurity

Explore cybersecurity threats facing the US with Lisa O. Monaco, Obama's counterterrorism advisor. Discuss Russian hackers, Chinese spies, and IoT botnets, examining future challenges and opportunities for national security.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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A Candid Conversation with the CIA Director - Global Security Survey

Rare interview with CIA Director John Brennan, offering insights on global security challenges and his perspective on the current geopolitical landscape.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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ISIL and Al Qaeda: Lethal One-Upmanship

Explore the deadly competition between ISIL and Al Qaeda for global primacy, examining their strategies, affiliates, and the implications for international security.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video