Cognitive Interviewing

Course Outline:

Professionals often need to interview witnesses or victims. The problems with such interviews are that witnesses may give too brief an account, others may ramble or be unable to remember sufficient detail.

The Cognitive Interview method will enable interviewers to obtain accurate details from witnesses in the witnesses’ own words. The technique promotes active communication and recall by the witness of evidence.

Designed as a follow-on to the Investigative Interviewing course, this training is  designed to enhance and improve existing interview techniques. Delegates will learn how to apply cognitive interview techniques in practical sessions and role-play.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Engage and explain the process of the interview to reduce anxiety and maximize recall
  • Promoting active communication and systematic recall
  • Understanding and applying context reinstatement
  • Understanding and applying First, Second and Third Free Recall, and rigorous probing
  • Building in an accuracy check
  • Applying the cognitive techniques in a structured way

Course Details:

  • Duration: 1 day
  • In-house course format and fee: Virtual or face-to-face | Call for details

Please call 020 7549 2549 or email info@bondsolon.com to discuss or book an in-house course.