Tony G.
"Happy to be here. You will not find a better instructor. Christine is very hands on and takes a personal interest in your success. I know first hand the support she gives. Glad to be part of a young and emerging technology."
Transform Your Forensic Genetic Genealogy Skills
Join a mentor-led program that combines personalized guidance, hands-on experience, and meaningful casework to uplevel your skills.
One-On-One Coaching to Advance Your Forensic Genetic Genealogy Expertise
Under my mentorship, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and experience and contribute to real-world investigations. This program isn’t just about learning—it’s about doing, with hands-on cases and direct feedback tailored to your journey.
Our Forensic Genetic Genealogy Roadmap:
Genealogy Focus: We lay a strong foundation through guided genealogy foundations and exercises, where you'll gain hands-on experience with key techniques . CASE ONE: S olving an unknown person from start to finish using traditional genealogy. Genetics Focus: We deepen your expertise, exploring advanced genetic genealogy methodologies while receiving personalized mentorship to tackle challenges. CASE TWO: Solving an unknown person case from start to finish using genetic genealogy. Real-life Case Experience: Work on CASES THREE to SIX to really work smarter, not harder. LE Operations: We apply your skills to active police investigations*, working one-on-one with me, Christine, to produce actionable insights for unidentified human remains cases. A Clear Roadmap: Together, we follow a step-by-step approach that takes the guesswork out of reaching your goals. Premium Add-On: Lead Your Own Law Enforcement Case* With Dedicated Mentorship This optional add-on allows you to independently manage a case with my guidance. From sourcing the case to delivering your findings, you'll cement your confidence and skills and get answers for family members.
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Your instructor
Christine Burke, FGG®
Forensic Genetic Genealogist, Law Enforcement Expert, LE Trainer, & Private Investigator
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Trustworthy, Real-World Investigative Experience
You receive the knowledge taken from my background, with over 25 years in investigations and 7 years active, ongoing work as a FGG for law enforcement and biological clients, including forensic investigations. -
Biologically, I've Been There
As a two-generation NPE/MPE (mis-attributed parentage), I've solved not only my own family puzzles, but countless others too, giving you an additional edge. -
Sought After Expert
I'm grateful to be an award-winning private investigator and decorated police officer and bring those strategies to you. Plus, I've trained over a hundred police officers to use genetic genealogy with this method and it's proven on a 22+ year cold case and a 48 hour solve, just for starters! -
Experienced Educator
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s an IADLEST (International Association of Directors Of Law Enforcement Standards and Training, and P.O.S.T. (Police Officer Standards and Training) approved trainer, I stay up to date, not only on what is needed at the skills level, but what is needed in the criminal justice system. Plus, my university and community college teaching experience has provided me with the ability to tailor my coaching to a wide range of client needs and goals.
Learn, Solve, Impact.
When you choose to work with me—it fuels my Enduring Service program, which allows me to donate my time and expertise to law enforcement agencies across the country. Your investment in yourself also helps solve cold cases, bring justice to victims, and provide closure to families. Awesome opportunity to pay it forward, right?
Chief Michael Fanning, Pawley's Island Police Department
"Christine Burke is a dedicated professional who is well versed in all aspects of forensic investigative genetic genealogy. Her knowledge has helped me navigate through some local unidentified human remains investigations and she has taught me things that I did not find in the text books. She has also spent an untold amount of hours working cases in search of answers. I highly recommend her instructional classes. Developing a working relationship with Christine will certainly assist your investigations for the future. She looks at cases from a law enforcement perspective with the knowledge of genetic genealogist."
Detective Sam Hatley, Carson City Sheriff's Office
"Christine has been a wonderful resource. She's extremely knowledgeable and her past law enforcement experience helps steer the cases in the right direction. She's saved us time and money and solved one case for us in 48 hours using genetic genealogy. I would highly recommend her."