Enhancing Victim Interviewing Skills, 8 hours

STC: 0920-027575

This course reviews the mechanics and theory base of the cognitive interview model universally used by law enforcement personnel. The course aids participants in identifying unique challenges they experience in interviewing victims and provides information and skill practice to work with a variety of victim populations. Particular emphasis is given to interview mechanics, memory enhancing techniques, reality of the victim, and particular challenges when interviewing youth and their families.