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SUMMARY:NCAC More Than One Interview: When\, Why\, and How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviewers and multi-disciplinary partners recognize the shortcomings of strict adherence to a “one and done” interview approach. Research provides some clarification of reasons why a child may need more than one interview and limited recommendations for implementation\, leaving forensic interviewers and their investigative partners with little clarity about how to apply this information to day-to-day practice. This training will review supportive literature\, introduce a decision-making process for selecting appropriate cases\, and guidance for conducting follow-up forensic interviews. Recommendations for explaining and defending the multi-session approach are included. This training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-more-than-one-interview-when-why-and-how-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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SUMMARY:First Witness | Reading the Room: The Importance of Understanding Body Language in Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this webinar\, participants will learn about the importance of being able to recognize body language cues in forensic interviews and to what extent they happen subconsciously. We will discuss how body language cues may be dependent on a child’s age\, culture\, and experiences. Paticipants will learn neutral interview statements that can be made when seeing certain body language cues with different age groups. Lastly\, we disscuss subconscious interviewer body language and the possible implications this body language could have on the child being interviewed. Throughout the training\, we will discuss case examples looking at prominent body language cues. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-reading-the-room-the-importance-of-understanding-body-language-in-forensic-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
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SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children on the Autism Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with neurodivergent disorders such as ASD are at an increased risk of child maltreatment. This population presents challenges for forensic interviewers as there is great variability in functioning including unique memory and cognitive processes\, linguistic style\, understanding and expression of emotions\, and forming connections with others. Many of these children can provide information about their experiences if the interviewer is able to adapt questioning approaches and interview strategies to meet the needs of this child. Preparation and flexibility are key. While providing a review of possible domains of impact on functioning\, this training will focus on tips for information gathering\, preparation with the investigative partners to set reasonable expectations\, and adaptations to questioning strategies and interview phases. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-on-the-autism-spectrum-5/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260427T005240
CREATED:20260323T191839Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Monday\, November 2\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-21/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
DTSTAMP:20260427T005240
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SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol brings the field into the classroom\, enhancing the education of front-line child abuse response professionals. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorneys\, and forensic interviewers. \nStudents receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, which includes child development\, memory and suggestibility\, testifying in court\, legal issues\, and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion\, review of electronically recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. \nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol is an NCA-approved forensic interview protocol for accreditation. \nThis training will be held in-person at the First Witness Capstan Training Center in Duluth\, MN. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-24/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTSTAMP:20260427T005240
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SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Expanded Forensic Interview (ChildFirst®  EX)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBased on the nationally-recognized ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, this 2.5-day training provides a purposeful and legally defensible process for conducting expanded forensic interviews with children who may not succeed in a standard\, single interview due to trauma\, developmental\, special needs or other complicating issues\, including polyvictimization. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorney\, and forensic interviewers who have completed a nationally recognized basic child forensic interview training.  \nThis training will teach the expanded interview process as well as research supporting multiple\, non-duplicative interviews with child victims and witnesses.  \nRegister at First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-expanded-forensic-interview-childfirst-ex-8/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261212
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SUMMARY:ZAP ChildFirst® National Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildFirst® is an intensive five-day course in which students learn the necessary skills to conduct a competent\, investigative interview of a child abuse victim using the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol. \nChildFirst® is an interactive course which combines lectures with demonstrations and hands-on experience. ChildFirst® is a flexible model and takes a holistic approach and explores for all forms of maltreatment. Students will conduct a 30 minute interview with an actor/actress playing the role of an abused child and will be critiqued on their performance and take a written exam. \nChildFirst® is the ideal course for investigators\, child protection workers\, forensic interviewers\, and prosecutors working within a multidisciplinary team seeking to enhance their ability to speak to children. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-childfirst-national-forensic-interview-training-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261211
DTSTAMP:20260427T005240
CREATED:20260323T192211Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Thursday\, November 26\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-22/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T005240
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SUMMARY:First Witness | Effective Case Tracking Processes for CACs and MDTs
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Alliance requires that all accredited CACs collect and document specific case information and investigative outcomes to inform ongoing continuous quality improvement\, and for the betterment of cross-MDT communication. This training describes how CACs and MDTs can develop and maintain effective case tracking processes\, tracking essential information from the day of the interview through final potential criminal convictions. This training will review what case-tracking best practices are for Child Advocacy Centers and their MDTs\, and different options to achieve those best practices as a cohesive team. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-effective-case-tracking-processes-for-cacs-and-mdts/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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