Testimony Preparation Using the Forensic Interview

Receiving a subpoena for court testimony often sparks anxiety for forensic interviewers. Every action of the forensic interviewer may be reviewed under microscope for any errors resulting in a less than perfect interview. Given that there is no perfect interview, potential errors of omission and/or commission will be identified by the prosecution and the defense teams. At times, aspects of the forensic interview may be identified as “flawed” even if this identification is actually the mistake. This session will equip forensic interviewers with skills to review their forensic interview for strengths and challenges when preparing to testify in court. Students will learn methods for the provision of professional expert or fact-witness testimony.

This training is recommended for forensic interviewers at any level who wish to increase their skills and confidence in the provision of court testimony.