Course Description
This intensive 5-day course equips law enforcement and security professionals with advanced skills in investigation, interrogation, and evidence gathering. Participants will learn cutting-edge techniques, legal considerations, and best practices for conducting thorough and effective investigations.
Learning Objectives
- Master advanced interrogation techniques and interview strategies
- Develop proficiency in evidence collection, preservation, and analysis
- Understand legal and ethical considerations in investigations
- Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex cases
- Improve case management and documentation practices
Course Modules
Day 1: Foundations of Advanced Investigations
- Overview of investigative processes and methodologies
- Legal and ethical considerations in modern investigations
- Cognitive biases and their impact on investigations
- Advanced crime scene management techniques
Day 2: Interrogation Techniques and Strategies
- Psychology of interrogation and interview dynamics
- Advanced questioning techniques and the PEACE model
- Detecting deception and analyzing verbal/non-verbal cues
- Managing difficult subjects and resistance
Day 3: Evidence Collection and Analysis
- Advanced evidence collection methods for various crime types
- Digital evidence gathering and cybercrime investigations
- Forensic science applications in investigations
- Chain of custody and evidence integrity
Day 4: Case Management and Documentation
- Effective case planning and resource allocation
- Advanced report writing and documentation techniques
- Managing complex, long-term investigations
- Utilizing technology in case management
Day 5: Special Topics and Practical Applications
- Investigating organized crime and terrorism
- Cross-border and multi-jurisdictional investigations
- Testifying in court and presenting evidence
- Case studies and practical exercises
Practical Wins for Participants
- Improved ability to extract accurate information from reluctant subjects
- Enhanced skills in collecting and preserving crucial evidence
- Increased efficiency in managing complex investigations
- Greater confidence in handling high-stakes cases and testifying in court
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
