Key LeARNING

• Communication Techniques: Participants will enhance their verbal and non-verbal communication skills, enabling effective engagement with suspects during interviews.

• Legal Framework Awareness: Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal context surrounding suspect interviews, including relevant legislation such as the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE).

• Interview Planning: Participants will learn how to plan and structure interviews, considering case-specific details and potential challenges.

• Rapport Building: The course will emphasize techniques for establishing rapport with suspects, fostering cooperation and information sharing.

• Questioning Techniques: Learners will explore questioning techniques and styles suitable for suspect interviews.

• Managing Resistance and Deception: Participants will acquire skills to identify signs of deception, manage resistance, and adapt their approach accordingly.

• Evidence Collection and Preservation: Learners will understand the importance of collecting reliable evidence during interviews, ensuring its admissibility in court proceedings.

These outcomes aim to equip investigators with the expertise needed to conduct successful and legally sound suspect interviews, contributing to effective criminal investigations.