FIND Advanced for APS

The certificate is founded in forensic interviewing best practices with considerations and adaptations to account for individual disability, mental health disorder, language capacity and cultural background. The curriculum is designed to support forensic interviewers to gather information from alleged victims and witnesses in the most reliable and legally defensible manner. Participants learn through readings, didactic instruction, video examples, case scenarios, participating in activities throughout the training. All attendees complete a practicum that is scored on a pass/fail basis. 

Minimum requirements include: 
- Completion of basic forensic interviewing training (min 32 hours)
- Completion of 100 interviews and/or a minimum 2 years' experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or an expert review/letter of recommendation.