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ACEDS eDEx Certificate

Master the E-Discovery Lifecycle

The foundational e-discovery certificate covering the complete EDRM, ethics, budgeting, and project management. Prepare for CEDS certification.

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eDEx Certificate Program

Comprehensive e-discovery training with CEDS credits

Want both certificates? Save $195 with the eDEx + eDTech bundle.

What Graduates Say

ACEDS eDEx Certificate

"The eDEx certificate helped me transition from traditional litigation support to e-discovery project management. The curriculum is comprehensive and practical."

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Robert M. eDiscovery Manager, AmLaw 100 Firm
ACEDS eDEx Certificate

"I completed eDEx while working full-time. The self-paced format let me study on my schedule, and the content was immediately applicable to my work."

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Sarah K. Senior Paralegal, Corporate Legal

What You'll Learn

Complete coverage of the e-discovery lifecycle

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EDRM Framework

Master the Electronic Discovery Reference Model from identification through production.

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Legal Hold & Preservation

Implement defensible legal holds and preservation practices that withstand scrutiny.

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Collection & Processing

Best practices for data collection, processing, and maintaining chain of custody.

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Review & Analysis

Document review workflows, quality control, and review management strategies.

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Production

Production specifications, formats, and compliance with court requirements.

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Ethics & Compliance

Professional responsibility, ethics rules, and compliance obligations in e-discovery.

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Budgeting & Costs

Cost management, vendor selection, and budgeting for e-discovery projects.

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Project Management

Managing e-discovery projects, timelines, teams, and stakeholder communication.

12+ Hours of Training
12 CEDS Credits
8 Core Modules
12 mo Access Period

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites? expand_more

No formal prerequisites are required. eDEx is designed for anyone looking to build foundational e-discovery knowledge - from paralegals and associates to IT professionals and compliance officers.

How is the certificate different from CEDS? expand_more

eDEx is an educational certificate that provides foundational training and 12 CEDS credits. CEDS (Certified E-Discovery Specialist) is a separate professional certification requiring a comprehensive exam and experience requirements. eDEx prepares you for CEDS.

What's included with ACEDS membership? expand_more

Your enrollment includes a 1-year ACEDS membership with access to live webinars, on-demand library, local chapter events, career center, vendor directory, and member resources.

Should I get eDEx or eDTech first? expand_more

Most students start with eDEx as it covers the full e-discovery lifecycle from a project management and legal perspective. eDTech dives deeper into technology. Many professionals complete both.

Ready to Master E-Discovery?

Build your foundation with the industry-recognized eDEx certificate.

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