The outcome of most investigations usually depends on the information supplied by victims, witnesses and suspects to an investigator. The amount and veracity of this information is of utmost importance. In this course, investigators learn methods and techniques available for interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects to obtain proper, informative and legal statements that will both aid in the investigation and be acceptable to the court. (2.0 Credits)
This course isn't currently offered. Please check back next term or contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF] to determine when this course will be offered again.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Prepare an interview room describing furnishings.
Explain the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication.
Interpret non-verbal cues and their meanings.
Apply different interview techniques and approaches including: effective listening, ethics and relating to different personalities.
Take a statement correctly.
Construct and ask more effective questions.
Develop a cognitive interview.
Describe basic statement analysis, including the 'VIEW' questionnaire.
Conduct a forensic interview (interrogation).
Related Programs
FSCT 7230 is offered as a part of the following programs:
Registration is currently open for the Spring/Summer 2013 term.
The sneak preview for the Fall 2013 term starts Fri, May 24 at 8:30 am (PDT).
Web registration for the Fall 2013 term will open Sun, May 26 at 9:00 am (PDT).
Students may also register by phone, mail or in-person, starting Mon, May 27 at 8:00 am (PDT).
Classroom Locations
Classroom locations are subject to last minute changes. Please check the Part-time Studies Classroom Locations listing at www.bcit.ca/rooms on the first day of any course you are registered for.