Courses

Basic Crime Scene Investigations is a 2-day course (IAI Approved) designed to improve the forensic crime scene investigations skill of a newer investigator or detective. This is a hands-on course and students will learn doing practical exercises. This course would also be great for patrol officers or deputies who specialize on crime scene investigations for […]

Extracting the Truth Interview and Interrogation Training combines research-backed, science-based investigative interviewing practices with a non-confrontational, rapport-based model grounded in empathy. Our approach emphasizes a structured, evidence-supported framework while tailoring techniques to fit the realities of modern law enforcement and produce more consistent, successful outcomes. Class taught by Jon Rappa. Although our approach is not confession-driven, we […]

Criminal Interviews for Road Patrol is a 1-day course that focuses on interview and interrogation techniques designed specifically for the road patrol officer or deputy. Real interview footage, from our instructors, will be shown to reinforce what we teach. After being promoted back to patrol, Jon Rappa made it his mission to test which interview […]

This two-day course designed to help patrol officers and deputies build real interviewing skills they can use on the street immediately. No prior interview training is required. Whether an officer is new to interviewing or looking to refine advanced skills, this course is designed to improve patrol-level interviews. Patrol officers interview suspects, victims, and witnesses […]

Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors is a course designed to help law enforcement professionals develop the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as front-line leaders. Leadership and management are distinct but complementary roles, and this course will help attendees understand the difference and learn how to effectively lead their teams. Through lectures, group discussions, and interactive […]

Extracting the Truth Interview and Interrogation Training combines research-backed, science-based investigative interviewing practices with a non-confrontational, rapport-based model grounded in empathy. Our approach emphasizes a structured, evidence-supported framework while tailoring techniques to fit the realities of modern law enforcement and produce more consistent, successful outcomes. Class taught by Jon Rappa. Although our approach is not confession-driven, we […]

Criminal Interviews for Road Patrol is a 1-day course that focuses on interview and interrogation techniques designed specifically for the road patrol officer or deputy. Real interview footage, from our instructors, will be shown to reinforce what we teach. After being promoted back to patrol, Jon Rappa made it his mission to test which interview […]

Child Sexual Exploitation Investigations:  Participants in this course will learn about the various forms of child sexual exploitation, including online exploitation, trafficking, and sexual abuse. They will also learn about the psychological effects of sexual exploitation on children and how to properly interview and support victims. In addition, attendees will gain an understanding of the […]

Criminal Interviews for Road Patrol is a 1-day course that focuses on interview and interrogation techniques designed specifically for the road patrol officer or deputy. Real interview footage, from our instructors, will be shown to reinforce what we teach. After being promoted back to patrol, Jon Rappa made it his mission to test which interview […]

Cold case homicide investigations are some of the most difficult and frustrating cases a detective will ever work, BUT they are also the most rewarding. This two-day seminar focuses on […]