Abstract

This subject revises previously learnt interview techniques and processes and examines further interviewing techniques for victims, witnesses and suspects. There is a focus on Electronically Recorded Interview of a Suspected Person (ERISP). The subject examines the additional legal and mandatory requirements of police when investigating the offences of domestic violence, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

The STOPAR model of professional decision-making;Investigative techniques applicable to a NSW Police Constable;Interviewing of suspects, victims and witnesses including the use of ERISP;Statement-taking by police in a range of scenario situations;Brief of Evidence preparation applicable to a NSW Police Constable; andcourt procedure as applicable to a NSW Police Constable.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to apply STOPAR as a critical thinking decision-making framework in policing scenarios;
2.
be able to explain the investigative process applicable to the NSW Police Force as applied to these prevalent offences;
3.
be able to utilise the PEACE model of investigative interviewing of victims, witnesses and suspects at a basic level in practical simulations;
4.
be able to undertake investigative and recording functions applicable to the role of General Duties Constable with regards to these prevalent offences;
5.
be able to apply systematic intelligence gathering processes as the basis of intelligence led policing in scenarios; and
6.
be able to compile a Brief of Evidence in accordance with the standards of the NSW Police Force and the NSW criminal justice system.

Enrolment restrictions

Available only to students in the Associate Degree in Policing Practice.  

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students will require internet access.