First Witness ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training

The ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol brings the field into the classroom, enhancing the education of front-line child abuse response professionals. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers, social workers, prosecutors, child protection attorneys, and forensic interviewers. 

Students receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol, which includes child development, memory and suggestibility, testifying in court, legal issues, and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion, review of electronically recorded interviews, skill-building exercises, and an interview practicum. 

The ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol is an NCA-approved forensic interview protocol for accreditation. 

This training will be held in-person at the First Witness Capstan Training Center in Duluth, MN. 

Scholarship Opportunities

**Scholarships are available for Minnesota multidisciplinary team members through the Minnesota Children’s Alliance. See information here: Minnesota Children’s Alliance Scholarship Opportunity