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SUMMARY:NCJTC Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAvoid potential conflict both professionally and personally by learning to organize your thinking and respond calmly. Consider the approaches you can take to prevent and respond to verbal conflict. This course will explore the communication process\, conflict prevention\, and help you understand why conflicts occur. Instruction will also cover certain circumstances in which verbal de-escalation techniques may not be appropriate\, and provide techniques to resolve such conflicts. Join us to learn how de-escalation techniques and communication skills can potentially defuse tense situations and lead to more successful outcomes. This training does not cover physical intervention techniques. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLeverage verbal and nonverbal approaches to improve service outcomes\nConsider and apply techniques when facing those who are emotionally charged or suffering from some form of crisis\nDemonstrate active listening skills to be best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nRegister Through NCJTC\nRegister by Monday\, August 10\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-7/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Following the Evidence in Child Abuse and Child Exploitation Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExamine the importance of multidisciplinary team (MDT) case coordination and evidence corroboration in the investigation of child abuse cases. Various members of the Multidisciplinary Team\, such as law enforcement\, child protective services\, and forensic interviewers may gather different or differing information. Learn how to evaluate evidentiary findings through crime scene images\, interviews and case studies. Understand multidisciplinary team members’ roles and responsibilities for protecting child victims and prosecuting offenders. Focus on offenders’ use of technology\, including the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in grooming and manipulation. Discuss a variety of technology that can be used by investigators. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the importance of minimizing bias and employing multiple hypotheses\nlist types of evidence and methods of collection\nDefine evidentiary keys of collected evidence\nExplain the importance of case information sharing\nManager collected evidence\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, August 14\, 2026 \nPlease note\, attendees are expected to be on camera and to actively participate in and attend the entire training to receive a certificate. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-following-the-evidence-in-child-abuse-and-child-exploitation-cases-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Protecting Children in a Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTechnology plays a tremendous role in our children’s lives. Learn about the ways children are interacting online to create better understanding and open up meaningful communication. Increase awareness of opportunities to protect and connect with children while also gathering valuable information to mitigate threats posed by individuals who seek to exploit them. \nThis day-long seminar is designed to educate a broad range of disciplines responsible for conducting investigations and safeguarding youth. It is open to members of law enforcement\, child protection teams\, school officials\, social workers\, counselors\, educators\, community leaders\, and staff members for programs that serve youth. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the different types of technology used by children and teens\, including devices and apps\nRecognize the differences between the digital age and the world that adults experienced while growing up\nFocus on a proactive approach to digital safety that includes communication\, setting guidelines\, and digital citizenship training\nUnderstand the most common online issues that children and teens are likely to face such as cyberbullying\, “sexting\,” and online predators\nAddress the legal aspects of all of these topics and learn how to address each of these issues with best practices\nUnderstand our role in helping victims navigate trauma after the incident has occurred\, and learn what resources are available for you to aid in this process\n\nAbout Presenter\nDana Miller – Associate\, National Criminal Justice Training Center \nDana Miller is an Associate with the National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College. Dana holds a master’s degree in criminal justice\, and she has worked extensively in education and harm prevention surrounding technology in the state of Wisconsin. Dana is a former Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Commander; in her tenure with the Wisconsin Department of Justice\, Dana managed the program operations for the ICAC Task Force\, including managing Wisconsin CyberTips from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and collaborating with Wisconsin law enforcement regarding investigations\, outreach\, and training events. Throughout her career\, Dana has provided online safety outreach to over 30\,000 people. She is creator and co-creator of multiple Wisconsin online safety programs and initiatives that continue to be utilized\, and she teaches online safety primary prevention and responding to sextortion classes throughout the nation. \nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by Monday\, September 28\, 2026 \nThe registration fee includes 8 hours of training\, program materials\, and instructional costs. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-protecting-children-in-a-digital-age-8/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T140000
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Advanced Peer Review for Child Sex Trafficking Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis intensive three-hour advanced course provides a focused environment for experienced forensic interviewers to refine and strengthen their practice in child sex trafficking cases. Through expert-led peer review\, participants will critically analyze the structure\, clarity\, and defensibility of their forensic interviews\, identify areas for improvement\, and implement best practices to enhance the quality and integrity of their work. Emphasis is placed on trauma-informed interviewing techniques\, legally sound documentation\, and effective communication of complex case details to multidisciplinary partners and within judicial proceedings. Participants will leave with strengthened skills to ensure interviews are developmentally appropriate\, victim-centered\, and defensible in court. \nLearning Objectives \n\nPresent case evidence succinctly and accurately for constructive\, expert level peer evaluation\nIdentify strengths\, weaknesses\, and potential legal vulnerabilities in evidence organization and presentation strategies\nApply trauma informed principles in the handling and explanation of sensitive investigative findings\nStrengthen courtroom readiness and multidisciplinary communication by incorporation professional feedback in to real-world practice\nEnhance analytical and critical reasoning skills through review of peer presentations and facilitated discussion\nApply course techniques effectively within your professional role\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by Monday\, October 26\, 2026 \n  \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-advanced-peer-review-for-child-sex-trafficking-cases/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261210
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAvoid potential conflict both professionally and personally by learning to organize your thinking and respond calmly. Consider the approaches you can take to prevent and respond to verbal conflict. This course will explore the communication process\, conflict prevention\, and help you understand why conflicts occur. Instruction will also cover certain circumstances in which verbal de-escalation techniques may not be appropriate\, and provide techniques to resolve such conflicts. Join us to learn how de-escalation techniques and communication skills can potentially defuse tense situations and lead to more successful outcomes. This training does not cover physical intervention techniques. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLeverage verbal and nonverbal approaches to improve service outcomes\nConsider and apply techniques when facing those who are emotionally charged or suffering from some form of crisis\nDemonstrate active listening skills to be best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nRegister Through NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, November 6\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-8/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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