(1 week Residential)
Many witnesses experience stress and fear during the investigation of a crime and when attending court and giving evidence. Stress can affect the quantity and quality of communication with, and by, witnesses of all ages. Some witnesses may have particular difficulties attending court and giving evidence due to their age, personal circumstances, fear of intimidation or because of their particular needs. In such circumstances, where witnesses are considered to be vulnerable or intimidated, “special measures” can improve the quality of their experience by helping them to give their “best evidence”.
This course is run by the Centre for Study of Organised Crime which has a broad range of continuing professional development (CPD) short courses. These are accredited by University of Buckingham in the form of certificate of attendance.
This course is ideal for Police officers, local government officers and all types of investigators. For example, local government officers would greatly benefit from this type of awareness training. It will assist practitioner investigators to identify and profile witnesses early and develop individual interviewing skills.
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Managing Director
Managing Director
Director of Financial Pathways
Director of Financial Pathways
Senior Police Practice Tutor
Senior Police Practice Tutor