Teach to Talk™
Investigative Interviewing:
From Information to Evidence
In today’s rapidly evolving investigative landscape, the ability to gather accurate and reliable information is essential for success. This course equips professionals with the advanced skills needed to navigate complex investigations, uncover hidden truths with integrity, and transform information into actionable intelligence. By blending ethical practices with precision techniques, participants will gain the tools to achieve consistent, impactful results.
​This transformative two-day course is designed for detectives, investigators, assistant district attorneys, child protective services professionals, and police officers who are passionate about mastering the art and science of investigative interviewing. Built on evidence-based methodologies, the training sharpens your ability to conduct effective interviews and interrogations. These advanced techniques are applicable to criminal and non-criminal investigations, pre-employment background screenings, and court preparations.
Elevating Interview and Interrogation Skills
This course equips participants with cutting-edge techniques to elicit accurate, reliable information critical to investigative and legal success. You’ll enhance the quality and depth of information gathered by emphasizing rapport, empathy, and trust. Key takeaways include:
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Extract Critical Details: Use evidence-based questioning techniques to uncover vital information for criminal and pre-employment investigations. Learn to ask strategic questions to elicit accurate and reliable information.
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Minimize Risks of False Statements: Identify and mitigate factors that lead to false confessions or unreliable accounts, ensuring ethical and effective investigations.
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Navigate High-Stakes Situations with Confidence: Master tools to handle challenging interviews and interrogations, adapt to diverse personalities, and present findings that withstand legal scrutiny.
This course seamlessly connects theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing participants to excel in criminal investigations, pre-employment screenings, and legal proceedings. By mastering these essential skills, participants will strengthen their investigative capabilities, ensure reliable outcomes, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in every case they handle.
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​​Real-World Applications Across Critical Scenarios
Participants will acquire advanced tools and techniques applicable to:
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Criminal Investigations: Learn to gather the "fine-grain" details essential to building strong cases while ensuring the information obtained is truthful and reliable. Develop the ability to identify inconsistencies, detect deception, and confidently articulate why a subject’s statements may lack credibility, providing a solid foundation for investigative findings.
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Pre-Employment Background Investigations: Master critical techniques for evaluating an applicant's truthfulness or detecting deception during interviews. These skills ensure reliable hiring decisions that align with organizational integrity and reduce future risks.
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Legal Argument Preparation: Gain essential skills for the pre-trial preparation of victims and witnesses, ensuring they are credible, confident, and ready to testify. These techniques also enhance an assistant district attorney’s ability to conduct any additional interviews required, from suspects to experts, strengthening case presentations and courtroom outcomes.
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Research-Based Techniques for Reliable Results
What sets this course apart is its integration of the latest research and evidence-based practices. Participants will learn to:
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Structure Interviews for Success: Develop a clear and strategic framework to guide conversations, maximizing the quality and relevance of the information obtained.
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Leverage Evidence Strategically: Master the Strategic Use of Evidence (SUE) method to identify deception and encourage truthful disclosures while also addressing any discrepancies in the subject's account.
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Interpret Non-Verbal Communication: Learn to detect and analyze subtle cues, such as body language and vocal tone, to gain deeper insights into emotions, intentions, and credibility.
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Interactive, Hands-On Learning
This course goes beyond traditional lectures, offering an immersive and engaging experience that prepares participants for the complexities of real-world investigations. ​By combining classroom exercises with real-world scenarios, this course ensures participants leave with the tools and experience necessary to excel in high-stakes investigative situations.
Transform Your Investigative Approach with Game-Changing Interview Techniques
This course sets a new benchmark for interviews and interrogations, equipping professionals with advanced techniques to achieve insightful, actionable outcomes across diverse investigative scenarios. Uncover the critical details that can make or break a case or decision, and gain access to reliable, in-depth information vital for solving complex criminal investigations, ensuring integrity in hiring decisions, and preparing for legal proceedings.
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Course Topics
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Key Legal Insights
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Principles of Investigative Interviewing
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The Interview Environment
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​Rules for the 2nd Interviewer
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Rapport Building
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Interpreting Baseline Behavior
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Focus Note-Taking Method
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Enhanced Cognitive Interview for Victims & Witnesses
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Interviewing the Suspect
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Strategic Use of Evidence (SUE)
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Challenge & Clarify
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Preventing Coercion and Misinformation
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Handling Disruptive Behavior
The ASC Commitment to Excellence
At ASC, we believe in delivering training that drives results. Our research-driven, evidence-based approach goes beyond theory to ensure practical, impactful learning. By focusing on proven methodologies and the latest research, we provide an educational experience that equips you to achieve success and excel in the field.
What Makes Our Training Evidence-Based?
Every aspect of our courses, lessons, modules, and activities is grounded in research and tested in real-world investigative scenarios. This isn’t abstract learning; it’s field-proven strategies that work. By leveraging data-driven insights and best practices, we ensure your training translates into tangible results in high-stakes situations.
Participants gain expert knowledge in ethical and effective communication, learning how to connect with victims, witnesses, and suspects to gather accurate and actionable information. With our signature Teach to Talk™ approach, participants extract detailed truths from honest individuals, making it more difficult for deceptive subjects to hide or omit critical information.
Teach to Talk™: The Philosophy Behind Better Communication
At Advanced Strategic Communications, Teach to Talk™ is more than an idea; it’s our philosophy and the strategy behind every conversation we teach.
We believe communication should never be scripted.
It should be strategic.
It should be focused, adaptable, and guided by purpose.
Teach to Talk™ is built on a simple but powerful truth:
You don't need a script.
You need a strategy.
When you train with us, you learn how to communicate better and how to teach others to communicate better.
You learn to create conversations where people feel safe enough to be honest, detailed, and forthcoming.
You learn how to transform a simple interview into a cooperative, truth-seeking dialogue where facts emerge naturally and trust is built intentionally.
Teach to Talk™ is not a technique.
It’s a philosophy.
It’s a strategy.
It’s a way of thinking that empowers better conversations, stronger outcomes, and lasting success.
At Advanced Strategic Communications, we’re proud to be known as the Teach To Talk™ Company.
Because when communication matters most, strategy always beats a script.
At ASC, we know that great training isn’t just about the material, it’s about the real-world experience and insight behind it. High-quality content sets the stage, but it’s the instructor’s expertise that turns knowledge into practical, lasting impact.
Why Joseph Auriemma is the Right Choice for Your Training
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Real-World Expertise, Real Results: With over 24 years of law enforcement experience, Joe bridges the gap between theory and practice. His extensive background ensures participants are equipped to tackle the complexities of modern investigations with confidence and precision.
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Dynamic and Engaging Instruction: Known as "The Joe Show," Joe’s teaching style captivates and inspires. His energy, humor, and interactive approach create a learning experience that’s not only professional but unforgettable. Students stay engaged, absorb the material, and leave with actionable skills.
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Customized for Every Audience: With over a decade of teaching experience, Joe tailors his courses to fit the unique needs of each group. Whether participants are seasoned professionals or new to their roles, Joe ensures the training is accessible, impactful, and directly applicable.
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Mentorship Beyond the Classroom: Joe is more than an instructor; he’s a mentor who inspires growth. Drawing on years of guiding thousands of law enforcement professionals, he helps participants master their craft while encouraging personal and professional development.
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Proven Insights from Thousands of Interviews: Joe’s expertise comes from conducting thousands of interviews and interrogations. His deep understanding of human behavior, communication, and problem-solving equips participants with skills that extend far beyond basic techniques, preparing them for success in any scenario.
​The ASC Difference: This course is built on the principle that effective communication is the cornerstone of successful investigations. By blending real-world expertise with cutting-edge strategies, we provide a transformative learning experience that empowers you to elevate your capabilities, build stronger cases, and strengthen trust within your community.​ When it comes to investigative interviewing, ASC delivers training that isn't just effective, it's revolutionary.​