Advanced Forensic Interviewing Training – Dolls & Diagrams for Practice, Investigation, and Prosecution

This training provides multidisciplinary team members an understanding of the research and proper use to assist with investigation and prosecution when forensic interviews include the use of interviewing aids of anatomical dolls and diagrams.

This training will summarize relevant research on dolls and diagrams, provide an overview of their purposeful and appropriate use in the forensic interview, and address common defense challenges to the use of dolls and diagrams. This one-day advanced training includes practicum and scenario work for participants.

Learning Objectives

• Review appropriate and purposeful practice regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.
• Increase knowledge of the relevant and reflective research regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview. Students will gain a better understanding of the proper use through scenario practicum with dolls and diagrams.
• Address misconceptions and defense challenges to the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.