Training Overview
National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement, prosecution, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt.
Gather up-to-date information for the investigation and prosecution of all types of child abuse cases utilizing a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. Learn about medical evidence, interviewing child victims/witnesses and adult suspects/witnesses, and legal issues involved in the investigation and prosecution of child physical and sexual abuse cases. Discuss trends in offenders’ use of technology, the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), and sextortion. Learn law enforcement investigative techniques that capitalize on new technology.
Training Schedule
- August 14, 2023 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- August 15, 2023 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- August 16, 2023 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- August 17, 2023 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- August 18, 2023 | 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Upon completion or this training, you will be able to:
- Describe the type of injuries a child may sustain and those that may or may not be as a result of abuse
- Define child physical and child sexual abuse
- Define characteristics of victims and offenders of child abuse
- Describe preferred practices for interviewing minor victims and offending suspects
- Describe legal considerations for investigating and prosecuting child physical and child sexual abuse cases
Is This Training For You?
- Law Enforcement
- Prosecutors
- Social Workers
- Tribes/Tribal Partners
Register through NCJTC
Lodging Options
The cost of lodging for non-federal attendees will also be covered the nights of August 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17. Class ends at noon on Friday, August 18. Lodging arrangements will be made by MEC Training and TA. Attendees will be responsible for their own travel, food, parking and ancillary expenses associated with attending this training.