The Investigative Interviewing Course combines the studies of behavioural science and cognitive interviewing techniques to produce an effective process of drawing out relevant information from the reluctant, misleading or vague interviewee. 

Course Purpose

A law-enforcement investigation put simply is a search for the truth, in accordance with legally acceptable practices and principles. The investigator is concerned with establishing the facts of the matter being investigated and obtaining all the available evidence in order that informed decisions, whether they be judicial or otherwise may be made in respect of that matter.

The interviewing of people, while an inexact science is perhaps the most important aspect of any investigation. In many investigations, some of the most important evidence is obtained as a direct result of interviews. Circumstantial, physical and scientific evidence all have compelling probative value but, where such evidence simply does not exist, the only alternative method of establishing those facts is by the interviewing of people concerned in the matter whether they be witnesses or suspects

Intended Learning Outcomes

Successful completion of this course will result in course participants developing the competencies of;

• Understand the process of communication to enable the conduct of a successful interview.
• Plan and interview in accordance with best practice
• Identify the differences between a criminal, administrative, and disciplinary investigation

Course Structure

The Investigative Interviewing Course is a 2 day intensive course which is conducted ‘in-house’ for organisations with 8 or more course participants or at one of our conference centres for the ‘public’ courses.  The course is delivered through accredited presenters who are also qualified investigators from law enforcement agencies.  The following areas form the major components of the Investigative Interviewing Course.

• Natural justice & procedural fairness
• Identification of elements of a breach
• Establishing facts
• Evidence
• Process of communication
• Questioning techniques
• Interviewing techniques

Adult learning techniques applied through the course were developed by our presenters using ‘action based learning techniques’ to make the course an interactive and self assessing experience.  An example of this is our observation exercise and interviewing technique scenario where students are taught to identify false representations by other students using behavioural analysis techniques.  

Course Fee

The cost per participant is dependant on the course being taken as a package or individually. The course cost is inclusive of GST and includes a course handbook, certificate of attendance and morning and afternoon refreshments.

The Investigative Interviewing Course can be tailored to suit individual organisational needs and conducted on an in-house basis. An attractive rate for up to 15 persons is available.

Complete our expression of interest form and we can forward a detailed course introductory letter to you.  If you like, we can arrange a complimentary consultation to discuss your training needs and how we can customise our packages for your agency. 

Or if you like simply contact us at

Investigation Compliance & Enforcement Training Systems


Email: info@icets.com.au

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