This hybrid format is a simulcast of the in-person course.
This course is specifically designed for detectives who investigate violent crimes but are not responsible for the documentation or collection of blood evidence.
The objective is to enhance the knowledge of homicide and crimes against persons detectives in various areas of bloodstain pattern analysis, with an emphasis on understanding the value of bloodstain evidence and how it can be effectively applied as a forensic tool throughout their investigation. We will provide you with a cohesive understanding of the cause, effect, and implications of different bloodstains and patterns, as well as the actions that caused them.
We will use several actual case studies to emphasize and illustrate the concepts and fundamentals discussed during lectures. This course is not designed for crime scene investigator, as it does not have a laboratory component.
Topics Include
- How to recognize bloodstains and patterns that provide probative information regarding the actions that caused the blood-letting events and movements of individuals - during and after the events
- How to extrapolate relevant evidence from altered scenes
- How to recognize the differences between medical and suspicious deaths
- Understanding the documentation processes available to capture the bloodstains and patterns for future analysis by an expert
- Types of bloodstains to select for DNA analysis that will provide the most probative value to the investigation
- What to expect from a bloodstain pattern analysis conducted by an expert
- How expert analysis can be applied throughout the investigation and its relevance in criminal proceedings
Audience
Law enforcement, detectives, investigators, and military investigative personnel. It is not designed for crime scene investigator, as it does not have a laboratory component.
Class is restricted to sworn law enforcement officers and those personnel assigned directly to law enforcement agencies.
Course Length
16 hours
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Hybrid environment: This course is interactive and instructor-led. The entire class progresses through the materials together, just like traditional classroom training. There are no provisions for you to skip modules or work ahead of the rest of the class.
This is not a self-paced course. You must be online from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST) each day of the course. NOTE: The course runs on EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) and you should adjust your times to ensure you are logged into the course on EST. You are attending a live classroom course from the comfort of your own space and not physically in the classroom. You must be committed to the course and invest the time necessary for successful completion. A record of your time and access is recorded by the learning management system (LMS) and you are required to be in attendance 100% of the time to successfully complete the course.
The instructors will be able to see, hear and interact with you, and you will be able to see, hear and interact with the instructor. They will be your guides and will assist you with questions and advanced discussions at every step along the way.
Computer requirements: You will complete the course entirely online using the Canvas LMS. A dependable broadband internet connection with a Windows or Mac computer. Your computer will need a webcam and microphone. The class is presented in a Zoom meeting, which is accessible within the LMS. You should ensure your Zoom software is up to date prior to the start of the class. Zoom accounts are free and you can access Zoom at https://zoom.us