Sexual Assault Investigations
Instructor: Michael Chavez
Location: Dover, NH (Strafford County, ZIP 03820)
Date: October 19, 2026
Duration: 8 hours
Cost: $279.00
Category: Corrections
Course Overview
Sexual assault investigations rank among the most challenging and sensitive matters that detectives and prospective investigators encounter in their careers. This comprehensive eight-hour program furnishes participants with a methodical yet flexible framework for obtaining vital evidence, conducting effective witness interviews, and creating meticulous case documentation that facilitates successful prosecution while mitigating organizational liability. Participants will examine the psychology of offenders, learn to classify offender behavioral patterns for use in unknown perpetrator cases, and gain understanding of victim-centered investigation approaches. The course also emphasizes forensic methodologies and collaborative strategies tailored to investigative resources available in Maine.
Learning Objectives
- Master evidence collection, preservation, and examination techniques specific to sexual assault investigations
- Comprehend offender psychology and the different offender profile categories
- Develop competency in handling and managing sexual assault evidence kits while establishing productive relationships with Children's Advocacy Centers
- Apply trauma-informed interviewing methods for survivors and connect them with appropriate assistance services
- Create thorough and precise case documentation that supports prosecution efforts and minimizes institutional risk
Requirements
No special equipment is required for this course.