Forensic Interview Training

This training teaches a credible, reliable and non-traumatic forensic interview process for children and vulnerable adults who allege sexual abuse. Training methods consist of lecture and discussion, review of CornerHouse videotaped interviews, skill-building exercises and an interview practicum. The course is designed for investigating teams of law enforcement, child protection investigators, prosecutors and child interview specialists. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend as a multi-disciplinary team. Courses are outcome based and include an exam upon completion.

Available Courses

Child Sexual Abuse Forensic Interview Training

• A five-day training at CornerHouse
• Course is limited to sixteen participants
• Each participant has the opportunity to participate in a videotaped simulation of an interview with an adult actor playing the role of a child
• Tuition is $950.00 per student
• Participants are responsible for the tuition and all costs related to transportation, lodging and meals (light continental breakfasts and snacks are provided)
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On-Site Child Sexual Abuse Forensic Interview Training

• A three-day training conducted at your site
• Training fee is $5,500.00 plus trainer expenses for up to 30 participants
• An agency representative must be identified and able to enter into an agreement of financial responsibility for the training and associated costs
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For more information about hosting a training at your site, contact Sandy Heitkamp at 612-813-8310 or .

Course Topics

• RATAC®: The CornerHouse Forensic Interview Process
• Suggestibility
• How Children Experience Sexual Abuse
• Effective Interviewing
• Children’s Sexuality Development
• Childhood Developmental Issues
• The Process of Disclosure
• Blocks and Problems in Interviews
• Guidelines for Age-Appropriate Interview Questions
• Assessing the Interview
• The Process of Inquiry
• Cultural Competency and the Interview
• Legal Issues (not included in On-Site course)
• Interview Practicum and Peer Review
• Medical Issues (not included in On-Site course)
• Use of Anatomical Dolls

“I would highly recommend all agencies send a DA to the [forensic interview] training; it helps our process to help child sex assault cases. Our DA attended and it changed his outlook on all of his cases.”

“It is obvious that the organization is highly professional and top notch.
The training was very organized… recent literature/ research was used… wonderful expertise and knowledge…”

— Training Participant