Interviewing is a critical stage of the investigative process, as most case information is obtained—and many cases are solved—through effective interviews. This course is designed to provide officers with the knowledge, skills, techniques, and professional mindset needed to conduct successful interviews. Whether interviewing a homicide witness, a traffic crash or domestic violence witness, or an inmate or probationer regarding contraband, you can apply the same proven interviewing techniques to achieve effective results.

The course focuses on two primary areas: interview preparation and interview execution. Relevant case law governing interviews and interrogations is also examined.

Topics Include

• Legal issues
• Preparing for an interview
• Interviewing techniques
• Kinesics interview techniques
• Detecting deception
• Conducting an interview
• Interviewing juveniles
• Interviewing victims of assault
• Eyewitness identification
• Practical and scenario-based exercises

Effective interviewing is a critical skill for all law enforcement professionals. By applying proper preparation, proven techniques, and relevant legal principles, you can obtain accurate information and strengthen investigations across all assignments. The skills learned in this course promote professional, ethical, and effective interviews that support successful case outcomes.

Audience

Patrol officers, newly assigned and seasoned detectives, investigations supervisors, crime scene technicians, medical examiner and coroner investigators, and military investigative personnel

This class is restricted to sworn law enforcement officers and those personnel assigned directly to law enforcement agencies.

Course Length

40 hours

What Our Students Are Saying

• “This training was amazing! It made me excited to go back and my job. Mr. Judy is an excellent instructor. His extensive knowledge of the subject and wonderful examples kept me interested the entire course." – Ofc. K. Payne
• "The instructor was excellent. The way he teaches invigorated me to go back and apply his lessons in my everyday work. I’ll be a better detective thanks to him. IPTM will be my first stop for future training courses.” – Det. R.G.
• “Interviews are conducted every day and in almost every case. It is good to gain the knowledge of different techniques. I wish I had taken this course earlier in my career.” – Det. M. P.
• “The use of real life examples to supplement course work was very beneficial. Great course. Highly recommended. Provides a great framework to continue learning and practicing.” – Spec. Agent B.B.
• “This course should be taken by every investigator or any law enforcement detective who does interviews” – Det. L.N.
• “I gained knowledge and tools which I can use to help my investigations as a new deputy. The instructor was very knowledgeable and created a very fun and easy learning environment.” – Det. B.H.
• “Awesome class; learned a lot of information I can use in every aspect of my cases.” 211; Det. C.D.G.