Project FIND Adapted Training
Forensic Interviewing Individuals Who Do Not Speak
The Adapted FIND three-day training is designed for established forensic interviewers with previous basic training and extensive experience in forensic interviewing and or working with individuals with disabilities. The training is founded in forensic interviewing best practices with considerations and adaptations to account for individuals who do not speak, use gestures to communicate, speak few words or utilize a communication device. The curriculum is designed to support forensic interviewers to gather information from alleged victims and witnesses in the most reliable and legally defensible manner.
Minimum Expectations:
- Completion of basic forensic interviewing training (min. 32 hours) and/or equivalent investigative or interviewing training
- Demonstrated experience in interviewing and/or investigating allegations of abuse and neglect
- Completion of Project FIND Advanced Certificate Training
Minimum Number of Attendees Required: 12
Maximum Number of Attendees Allowed: 24
Cost
Cost for this training is $695 per person. This fee can be paid via PayPal or can be invoiced to your agency. Please email training@adultadvocacycenters.com if you need an invoice.
Conflict of Interest Statement
This training is for establishing and implementing a protocol that is legally defensible to assist in the prosecution of crimes against people with disabilities. It is not meant for professionals who may be hired as a third party to investigate or advise a private company or other organization on the prevention or uncovering of potential liability, which would be considered a conflict of interest. In keeping with its mission to protect crime victims with disabilities, the AACs reserve the right to reject such applicants.
CEUs
Participants may earn 18 CEU hours through the SOH, CSWMFTB. In addition, the Department of Developmental Disabilities has approved 19.5 hours for Investigative Agents and Service and Support Administrators who attended this training.