DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS
Due Process is under attack! The investigator must function as an impartial and objective advocate of the truth! Elevate your skills as a due process and criminal defense investigator and defend the United States Constitution. CDITC Distance Learning provides flexibility and allows you to learn at your own pace. Enroll now and master the Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management or earn your certification as a Forensic Interviewer trained in the Forensic Testimonial Evidence Recovery Method.
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THE ADVANTAGES OF REMOTE DISTANCE LEARNING
Public Defender and licensed private investigation agencies are taking advantage of remote working demands with dynamic remote training opportunities. Remote training has the advantage of self-paced flexibility as well as extensive savings relative to travel expenses.
CDITC Remote training is not a one dimensional online course. CDITC remote training engages the participants on multiple levels including research, practical assignments, and online testing. The progress of participants is closely monitored and evaluated by an instructor. The process demands individual engagement.
Unlike onsite training, participants are unable to merely attend without active engagement in the training and pursuit of the objectives. The training clearly identifies staff members who possess the investigative knowledge, talent, critical thinking skills and the initiative required to succeed as a professional criminal defense investigator. Of course, it also identifies deficits. The program sharpens existing skill sets for the experienced staff members and also serves as an academy level learning opportunity for new hires.
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Earn Nationally Recognized Certification and Make a difference!
Take advantage of the time and flexibility of a CDITC distance learning program. Enhance your skills set, increase the foundation of professional knowledge and earn a nationally recognized certification! Enroll Now!
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DISTANCE LEARNING CERTIFICATION COURSES
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
CDI 101 DL
The Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management
Basic Certification Awarded
CDITC Criminal Defense Specialist
This course presents the Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation in a comprehensive format designed to address the training needs of new or experienced investigators. The philosophy and analytical methodology of criminal defense investigation and theory of investigative critical thinking are examined, as is the concept of reasonable doubt.
Methodology: The Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management
Areas of concentration and study include but are not limited to agent of counsel status - attorney/client privilege and work-product protections, legal defense theory and development, criminal rules of procedure, rules of evidence, lead and fact development and tracking, case management.
Component Method "Best Practices":
1) Forensic Case Review & Analysis
2) Defendant Interview
3) Crime Scene Inspection
4) Impeachment Background Investigation
5) Witness Interviews & Statements
6) Report Writing & Testifying
The program is customized for each training participant relative to the rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure within their jurisdication.
Jurisdictions
Federal, US Military UCMJ, State, US Territories and Canada
FREE TEXT BOOK WITH ENROLLMENT:
Textbook: Uncovering Reasonable Doubt: The Component Method, By Brandon A. Perron, 1998, Morris Publishing.
* Satisfies the Academic Requirement for the CDITC Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator - CCDI designation. Additional requirements, application process, and fees are necessary.
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TESTING & EVALUATION: The training has been categorized into multiple assignments. Each assignment is followed by an online test. A final passing score of 80% is required for CDITC basic and advanced certifications. The test link will be emailed to you upon completion of the assignments or upon request. The online tests are multiple choice/true or False. All tests are open source/book. A practical scenario based exercise and two research reports are also required. The final exam involves a 4-5 page essay/research paper.
The training is 12 weeks in duration. Extensions are available upon request without a fee for up to 1 year.
Honor Graduate - 90%-94% Distinguished Honor Graduate - 95%-100%
Note: Honors status is awarded to those who achieve the required final grade and complete the course of training within 1 year. Extensions must be approved.
Upon successful completion of the course of study a Certificate of Training and the designation of CDITC Criminal Defense Specialist is awarded.
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TRAINING FEE: $ 475.00
The program of study includes the textbook, “Uncovering Reasonable Doubt - The Component Method" and training materials. Testing includes subjective essays, a practical, and objective online testing. Extensive instructor support is provided.
Successful completion satisfies the basic certification and awards the CDITC designation of Criminal Defense Specialist. It also satisfies the academic requirements for the advanced Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator (CCDI).
Tuition: $ 475.00 plus $ 15.00 Shipping & Handling
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No Refunds upon receipt of training materials.
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NOTICE: Upon receipt of payment you will receIve an email confirming enrollment within 24 hours. The email will request confirmation of the training participant's name, shipping address, and email. An additional three training support emails will be sent allowing the training to begin prior to arrival of the textbook and hard copy training materials. The textbook and hard copy training materials will be shipped via USPS Priority mail and should arrive within 2-3 business days.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
CDI 202 DL Forensic Interviewing -FTER Method for the Criminal Defense Investigator
Certification Awarded Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI-FTER)
This course introduces the concepts of FTER - Forensic Testimonial Evidence Recovery. The study regiment builds upon and enhances theories and concepts of investigative interviewing covered in the introductory Component Method training. Investigative interviewing discussed as it relates to the process of criminal defense. Practical issues, such as the significance of sworn statements and witness interviewing strategies, are covered, as are the purpose and theory behind Kinesic interviewing, cognitive interviewing, standard law enforcement interviews, and visual imagery techniques. Other practical and theoretical issues relevant to the role of the criminal defense investigator are also addressed. The significance of interviewing to obtain “testimonial evidence” from a forensic perspective is emphasized.
FREE TEXT BOOK WITH ENROLLMENT:
Textbook: Forensic Testimonial Evidence Recovery - The FTER Method, by Brandon A. Perron, 2011, Morris Publishing.
Upon successful completion participants are awarded the CFI-FTER designation, recognizing that they are certified in the FTER method. No additional fees required.
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Testing and evaluation involves an online quiz, practical interview assignment, and the questions from the textbook must also be answered in essay format and submitted for grading.
The FINAL EXAM involves an online 100 question multiple choice/true or false open source/book test. You have 8 weeks to complete the program. Extensions are available upon request. Upon successful completion of the course of study a Certificate of Training is awarded. A passing score of 80 % is required to earn the designation of CDITC Certified FTER Forensic Interviewer (CFI-FTER).
The training is 8 weeks in duration. Extensions are available upon request without a fee for up to 1 year.
Honor Graduate - 90%-94% Distinguished Honor Graduate - 95%-100%
Note: Honors status is awarded to those who achieve the required final grade and complete the course of training within 1 year. Extensions must be approved.
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Training Fee: $ 425.00
The program of study includes the FTER textbook, assignment-training documents, study notes, and testing.
Pay Online via Paypal using a credit card.
Mastercard/Visa, AMEX, and Discover Accepted via Paypal.
$ 425.00 plus $ 15.00 Shipping & Handling
No refunds upon receipt of training materials.
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NOTICE: Upon receipt of payment you will receIve an email confirming enrollment within 24 hours. The email will request confirmation of the training participant's name, shipping address, and email. An additional three training support emails will be sent allowing the training to begin prior to arrival of the textbook and hard copy training materials. The textbook and hard copy training materials will be shipped via USPS Priority mail and should arrive within 2-3 business days.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
CDI-301-DL Forensic Applications for the Criminal Defense Investigator
This course introduces the investigator to strategies that can be employed to facilitate the process of identifying forensic evidence and working with experts.
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CDI-301-DL - $ 250.00 Includes Digital Training Materials, Study Guide (PDF), access to the online instructional video, and online test.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
The training will introduce the investigator to forensic applications, how to critique a crime scene, how it was processed, and how to work with experts. While this training will not make you an expert, it will enable you to recognize aspects of forensic disciplines, become better aware of what questions the evidence may answer, and the limitations and acceptable opinions of experts that you may need.
The investigator is introduced to the basic concepts of forensic evidence,
1) Learn the importance of the criminal defense investigator’s role in analyzing and dissecting the discovery materials involving the crime scene
2) Understand the role of the criminal defense investigator in working with forensic experts. 3) Introduce the investigator to the different types of forensic and trace evidence, and the issues that can be utilized or questioned. 4) Enhance the investigator’s ability to effectively navigate the criminal defense arena.
COURSE DURATION:
10 hours / 10 CDITC CEUs (Satisfied 10 hours of the 40 hour training requirement for the CFSI designation)
TRAINING TOOLS:
1) Instructional Video
2) Study Guide
EVALUATION:
80 question online test - true or false and multiple choice open source test.
CERTIFICATE AWARDED:
Certificate awarded upon successful completion of the online test.
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The EXAMINATION & EVALUATION involves an online 80 question multiple choice and true or false test. The test is open source utilzing the study materials and guide provided. Upon successful completion of the course of study a Certificate of Training will be provided. A passing score of 80% is required to use the training toward earning the designation of CDITC Certified Forensic Science Investigator (CFSI).
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NOTICE: Upon receipt of payment you will receive an email from your instructor within 24 hours.
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Primary Instructor: Deen Beers, CCDI, CFI-FTER, CFSI, CLI - Professional legal investigators and expert consultants, providing expert delivery of continuing education.
Expanding to offer distance learning video on-demand courses. All resources are connected to this website.
COURSES ARE APPROVED AND ACCREDITED BY THE CDITC FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS AND INDEPENDANT CAREER DEVELOPMENT STUDY.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES
Note: The CEUs may not satisfy the requirements of individual state licensing boards. Contact by the participant with licensing boards, institutions, and associations may be required.
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CDI-102-CEU-DL - THE DEFENDANT INTERVIEW APPROACH AND APPLICATION - CDITC Continuing Education - 5 CEU units Awarded upon successful completion.
CDI-102-CEU-DL - $ 79.00 Includes Digital Training Materials, Forms, Link to Video, and Online Testing
The initial defendant interview is a key element in the criminal defense investigation process. The interview of the defendant can make or break a case. The defendant is often the best source of information leading to exculpatory evidence. In addition, it should be assumed that the defendant will be the most compelling witness, if not the only witness, for the defense. The defendant interview must be conducted in a professional manner utilizing proven methods.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
A 10 step plan of action is introduced that defines a professional approach to the defendant interview. The process is designed to secure optimal results when combined with the individual investigator's experience and personal style.
1) Learn and become proficient in a proven methodology 2) Secure a higher level of cooperation from defendants 3) Enhance effectiveness during the interview process 4) Increase the recovery of information and facts
COURSE DURATION:
5 hours / 5 CDITC CEUs
TRAINING TOOLS:
1) Instructional Scenario Based Video 2) Interviewing Checklist, Guides and Forms
EVALUATION:
20 question online test - true or false
CERTIFICATE AWARDED:
A printable certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the online test.
ENROLLMENT:
Upon receipt of payment, the instructor will respond with the course materials within 24 hours.
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CDI-103-DL - REMOTE VIRTUAL CRIME/INCIDENT SCENE EXAMINATION - CDITC Continuing Education – 5 CEU units Awarded upon successful completion
CDI-103-CEU-DL - $ 79.00 Includes Digital Training Materials, Link to Instructional Video, online assignment, and evaluation.
Why do we go to a crime scene days, weeks, or months following an incident? First, the reality is that law enforcement may have left or missed exculpatory evidence at the scene. Second, the scene as reflected in the police reports may not be an accurate representation. The inspection, photography, measurements, and diagrams recovered by a criminal defense investigator serve many purposes in respect to questioning evidence and the claims of witnesses. The criminal defense investigator must focus upon the field of vision and line of sight for those witnesses who were present at the scene. At a minimum the visit should be done to facilitate what is often referred to as the “MY COUSIN VINNY” objective. What do they claim they observed vs. what could they observe based upon the layout and critical features of the scene.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
The investigator is introduced to the preliminary virtual site inspection utilizing Google Earth/Maps. The virtual site inspection provides the investigator with the opportunity to examine the scene to engage in a comparative study of the facts and to identify additional leads in advance of the onsite inspection. Of course, due to distance and/or budget the virtual site examination serve as the only opportunity to examine the scene.
1) Examine the scene using Google Earth & Maps
2) Utilize Google Measuring tools and mapping processes to question the claims of witnesses.
3) Generate effective diagrams using satellite and mapping images reflecting location data and relative distances.
4) Generate demonstrative images reflecting the general line of sight and field of vision for witnesses.
COURSE DURATION:
5 hours / 5 CDITC CEUs
TRAINING TOOLS:
1) Instructional Scenario Based Video
2) Scenario based learning 3) Crime Scene Inspection Checklist
EVALUATION:
PASS or FAIL evaluation of diagrams produced from scenario based learning.
CERTIFICATE AWARDED:
A certificate of training is awarded upon successful completion.
ENROLLMENT:
Upon receipt of payment, the instructor will respond with the course materials within 24 hours.
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CDI-104-DL - AGENT OF COUNSEL PROTECTIONS- CDITC Continuing
Education – 2 CEU units Awarded upon successful completion
CDI-104-CEU-DL - $ 69.00 Includes Digital Training Materials, Link to Instructional Video, and online test.
As a general rule, the communication between the defendant, defense counsel, and defense counsel agents retained to assist in the defense of a criminal case is protected under the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine. The extension of the attorney-client privilege to agents of defense counsel is commonly identified as the Kovel Privilege, deriving its name from the decision in the United States V. Kovel, 296 F.2d 918 (2d Cir. 1961). The privilege is subject to all of the customary limitations of the attorney-client privilege. Furthermore, the work-product doctrine must also be understood as it relates to all reports and documentation generated by the investigator operating as an agent of counsel. The work-product protection "shall protect against the disclosure of the mental impressions, conclusions, opinions, or legal theories of an attorney or other representative of a party concerning the litigation." The rules must be understood by the investigator in order to effectively navigate the process. The criminal defense investigator should always consult with the case attorney to discuss their interpretation of the rules as well as their policies.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
The investigator is introduced to the protections of an agent of counsel as defined by the attorney-client privilege and work-product doctrines.
1) Understand the confidential privileges provided to the criminal defense investigator as an agent of counsel.
2) Effectively apply the attorney-client privilege and work-product doctrine to all areas of investigation.
3) Document findings and generate reports consistent with the demands of the attorney-client privilege and work-product doctrine.
4) Enhance the investigator’s ability to effectively navigate the criminal defense arena.
COURSE DURATION:
2 hours / 2 CDITC CEUs
TRAINING TOOLS:
1) Instructional Video
2) Lesson Supplements
EVALUATION:
25 question online test - true or false
CERTIFICATE AWARDED:
A printable certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the online test.
ENROLLMENT:
Upon receipt of payment, the instructor will respond with the course materials within 24 hours.
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CDI-105-DL
– Difficult & Uncooperative Witnesses- CDITC Continuing Education – 3 CEU
units Awarded upon successful completion
CDI-105-CEU-DL - $ 69.00 Includes Digital Training Materials, Link to Instructional Video, and online test.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The criminal defense investigator is presented with a steady flow of requests to interview witnesses as an agent of defense counsel. The task is often followed by the comment, “I just need you to talk to the witness”. Such commentary suggests that the task is simple and without complication. It is understandable that those lacking in field investigation experience would believe that it is as easy as showing up at the door of a witness or calling them on the phone. Of course, the reality is that the request is more than just one task and it is rarely if ever simple. Locating and establishing contact with a witness can be a problem that is impossible to overcome. Securing an interview is another issue. Difficult and uncooperative witnesses are routinely encountered during the investigative process. Each witness can present a unique problem that will require a unique solution. In addition, the obstacle and level of difficulty can be encountered on multiple levels.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
The investigator is introduced to strategies that can be employed to facilitate the process of managing difficult and uncooperative witnesses.
1) Understand the necessity of planning and preparation.
2) Effectively apply strategic and creative thinking.
3) Recognize the classification of a difficult witness and deploy and effective strategy to secure a successful interview.
4) Enhance the investigator’s ability to effectively navigate the criminal defense arena.
COURSE DURATION:
2 hours / 2 CDITC CEUs
TRAINING TOOLS:
1) Instructional Video
2) Lesson Supplements
EVALUATION:
20 question online test - true or false
CERTIFICATE AWARDED:
A printable certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the online test.
ENROLLMENT:
Upon receipt of payment, the instructor will respond with the course materials within 24 hours.
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TRAINING RULES OF CONDUCT Ethics
The CDITC demands learning participants and partners to provide
detailed answers reflecting unique individual thoughts. Teams may be formed to complete projects and
facilitate scenario based learning. Discussion
among participants may be encouraged for open books assignments. However, answers are not to
be shared and must reflect the participant’s unique understanding and thoughts.
Essay submissions that are identical or substantially similar to another
participant’s work product will be disqualified. While
group discussion and problem solving is encouraged, learning to think and work
independently is part of the training and educational process. Cheating or
plagiarism in any form is considered a serious violation and may result in
disciplinary action.
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