Behavior Analysis Training Institute (BATI) was founded in 1984 by seasoned law enforcement investigators.
Our Investigative Interview and Interrogation Techniques course, was the first I & I course certified by the California Commission on POST in 1984. All instructors are classified as "subject matter experts" by California POST.
Our training has been designated as mandatory training for many major law enforcement organizations throughout California and has trained over 38,000 Sworn Officers and Civilian Investigators.
Our classes are open to ALL Sworn and Civilian Investigators in the United States, including but not limited to, Fire Investigators, Federal, State, City, County Investigators in civilian positions, Administrative Investigators, Background Investigators and Patrol Officers.
New Course Additions
Forensic Written Statement Analysis/Cognitive Interview Class
July 8 - 12, 2024
Boise, Idaho; Sponsored by ADA County Prosecuting Office
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December 2 - 6, 2024
CHP-HQ Sacramento; Open to All Agencies |
September 22 - 26, 2025
Santa Clara County Sheriff-Morgan Hill
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Basic Investigative Interview & Interrogation Class
April 29 - May 3, 2024
Sacramento Co SO Task Force
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May 6 - May 10, 2024
Murrieta PD
El Cajon PD
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May 13 - 17, 2024
Mesa County SO in Colorado
San Diego LECC
Anaheim PD
Danville PD
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May 20 - 24, 2024
Hollister PD |
June 3 - 7, 2024
Escondio PD
Turlock PD
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June 10 - 14, 2024
Chino PD
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June 17 - 21, 2024
Riverside PD
Fresno County SO
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June 24 - 28, 2024
Fremont PD
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July 15 - 19, 2024
Newport Beach PD |
July 22 - 26, 2024
San Bernardino PD
Fremont PD
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July 29 - August 2, 2024
Ceres PD |
August 12 - 16, 2024
Imperial County SO
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Interviewing for First Responders Class
April 30, 2024
Rancho Cordova - CPOA |
May 29, 2024
Santa Monica PD |
July 24, 2024
Danville PD |
July 24, 2024
North Las Vegas PD |
July 30, 2024
Napa PD |
July 31, 2024
Carlsbad PD |
Documenting Use of Force Report Writing Class
April 30, 2024
Danville PD |
May 21, 2024
San Bernardino |
May 22, 2024
Danville PD |
May 29, 2024
San Joaquin |
July 9, 2024
Santa Fe Springs Carlsbad PD |
August 1, 2024
Visalia - Hosted by Tulare County SO |
October 4, 2024
San Mateo PD |
October 8, 2024
San Mateo PD |
October 29, 2024
Riverside PD
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Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Class
June 12, 2024
Hollister PD
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June 24, 2024
Hollister PD |
July 10, 2024
Covina PD
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Email if you would like to host any of the 5 courses
About Our Courses:
This 40 - hour course, Investigative Interview and Interrogation Techniques (CA POST Plan IV Certified 9590-31445), is the highest rated POST certified course of its type in California. We have over 38,000 graduates from most California law enforcement agencies as well as multiple state and federal agencies, including the FBI and Secret Service. The program is also a "universal elective" course in the POST Institute of Criminal Investigation. Tuition: $575.00.
This 40 - hour course, Cognitive Interview & Statement Analysis (CA POST Plan IV Certified 9590-31455), is the only one of its kind certified by California POST. Students learn the most effective and scientifically sound methods to detect deception and elicit information from victims, witnesses and suspects. Tuition: $575.00.
The 8 - hour course, Interviewing For First Responders/Initial Interviewer (CA POST Plan IV Certified 9590-31434), is a course for first responders responsible for the initial investigation of any investigation. It teaches the methodology of securing a proper statement from victims, witnesses and suspects that will assist investigators and prosecutors in successful follow-up and prosecution. It incorporates concepts of information retrieval in a legal, professional, and ethical manner. Prior Students are using it as a Refresher Class. Tuition: $138.00.
Our 8 - hour course, Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs & The Biker Culture , is a course for every law enforcement officer or investigator whom wishes to increase their expertise to get up-to-date in the area of Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. This class is designed to enhance the officers' knowledge and safety when coming in contact and investigating members of Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. Tuition is $125.00.
Our 8 - hour course, Documenting Use of Force - Report Writing (CA STC Approved 10052-0274090 / CA POST Approved 9590-21652) is designed to establish a strong framework that will enable students to document any use of force properly, and thoroughly, while in the execution of their duties. Lessons learned will provide students with the ability to continuously hone their skills in the art of report writing, specifically related to the use of force. This class is designed for line level and command staff. Tuition is $138.00
BATI Notice
NOTICE: As of FEB 6 2023 the Cognitive Interview and Statement Analysis course registration fee is $575
Course Registration
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Class 1 - Investigative Interview & Interrogation
Class 2 - Cognitive Interview and Forensic Statement Analysis
Class 3 - Interviewing For First Responders
Class 4 - Documenting Use of Force Report Writing
Class 5 - Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs; The Biker Culture
BATI News
We are pleased to announce our Investigative Interview & Interrogation class is now STC Certified.