3 Day CDR 101 &
CellHawk Certified User Basic Training
 LEO Only

Build a solid foundation in telecommunication theory and investigative analysis with our combined CDR and CellHawk training.
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On Day 1, you’ll dive into CDR (Call Detail Record) 101, learning how to interpret call metadata, timestamps, originating/terminating numbers, and cell-site data — all critical for building investigative timelines and unveiling patterns in suspect activity.

Days 2 and 3 focus exclusively on CellHawk, a powerful forensic analytics tool. You’ll get hands-on experience importing data, mapping cell towers, analyzing frequency and timeline data, visualizing link analysis, and producing professional reports. Our expert instructors guide you through real-world case scenarios, so you leave with both practical skills and confidence.

When you complete this course, you’ll earn a Hawks Consulting certification and a LeadsOnline CellHawk Basic User certification, ready to apply what you’ve learned in actual investigations.

Format

Live Online

Date

July 28-30, 2026

Time

9 am - 5 pm

Time zone

Central

Duration

3 Days
24 Hours

Price

$800

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Hawks Consulting is proud to be a preferred training partner with LeadsOnline, providing professionals with expert, hands-on instruction in digital investigations and data analysis.

Course Details

Course modules - 24 STUDY HOURS
  • What CDRs are and how carriers produce them
  • Legal considerations for obtaining CDRs
  • Spotting and avoiding common interpretation errors
  • Uploading and ingesting datasets into Cellhawk
  • Navigating the CellHawk interface
  • Visualizing movement and call activity over time
  • Understanding maps, locations, and sector data
.. and more!
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MULTIPLE Certificates included
By the end of this course, students will earn two Certificates of Completion from Hawks Consulting and a CellHawk Certified User Certificate from LeadsOnline.

What You Will Learn

Understanding CDR's and mastering CellHawk analysis is essential for modern digital investigations. This course helps professionals turn raw device and telecom data into meaningful intelligence that stands up in court.

How to interpret records and cell site information 

Troubleshoot carrier -specific formats

Understand how CDR's are generated


Correctly load Call Detail Records (CDR's)

Extract investigative insights from records

Ingest & Analyze  Tower Dumps and Area Searches

Work with T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon files

Practice with hands-on record loading exercises

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hawks Consulting CDR 101 course?

The Hawks Consulting CellHawk CDR course is a hands-on training program designed for law enforcement, attorneys, and investigators. It teaches students how to request, analyze, and interpret call detail records (CDRs). By the end of the course, participants gain practical skills to support investigations and court proceedings.

Why Take CDR 101 and CellHawk Certification Together?

Save Money: Bundling the courses costs less than taking them separately.

Build a Strong Foundation: CDR 101 prepares you to excel in CellHawk certification.

Learn Faster: Sequential training boosts understanding and skill retention.

Boost Credentials: Earn both certifications to demonstrate comprehensive expertise.

Do I receive a certificate for completing the course?

Yes. Participants earn two certificates of completion from Hawks Consulting and one CellHawk certificate from LeadsOnline upon finishing the course. These credentials demonstrate practical skills in mobile device investigations and CDR analysis, recognized by law enforcement and legal professionals.

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