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 all 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 37,000 Investigators.
All of our Classes are opened to ALL Sworn and Non-Sworn Investigators in the United States including but not limited to Fire Investigators, Federal, State, City, County Investigators in Non-Sworn positions, Administrative Investigators, Background Investigators and PATROL Officers.
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New Course Additions
Forensic Written Statement Analysis/Cognitive Interview Class
February 5-9, 2024 Sacramento-CHP OPEN TO ALL AGENCIES |
April 1-5, 2024 Santa Clara / Morgan Hill |
April 22-26, 2024 San Diego LECC |
Basic Investigative Interview & Interrogation Class
December 4-8, 2023
Paso Robles |
December 11-15, 2023
Folsum Granite Bay Riverside
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January 8-12 2024
Corona
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January 15-19, 2024
Menifee PD
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January 22-26 2024
Marin CO - San Rafael Folsom PD |
January 29 - Feb 2, 2024
Vacaville Laguna Beach Contra Costa - Pittsburg Training Center Clovis |
February 5-9, 2024
San Leandro Simi Valley Anaheim Newport Beach
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February 26 - March 1, 2024
Ontario
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February 26 - March 1, 2024
Santa Clara - Morgan Hill |
March 4 -8, 2024
Redding |
March 11 - 15, 2024
Monterrey Sheriff - Salinas Palm Springs Calaveras - San Andreas
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March 18 - 22, 2024
San Diego LECC
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Interviewing for First Responders Class
January 16, 2024 Tulare |
January 17, 2024 Anaheim |
February 20, 2024 Clovis |
February 20, 2024 San Diego, LECC Clovis |
March 26, 2024 Anaheim |
April 2, 2024 Ontario |
Documenting Use of Force Report Writing Class
January 16, 2024 Ontario |
February 20, 2024 Tulare |
March 12, 2024 El Cajon |
March 26, 2024 Vacaville |
April 4, 2024 San Diego LECC |
April 9, 2024 Corona |
Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Class
March 6, 2024 Simi Valley |
April 24, 2024 Tulare SO - Visalia |
May 15, 2024 Alaska |
Email if you would like to Host any of the 4 courses
About Our Courses:
Our 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 37,000 graduates from most California law enforcement agencies as well as many State agencies and Federal organizations, including the FBI and Secret Service. The program is also a "universal elective" course in the POST Institute of Criminal Investigation. Tuition: $575.00. POST PLAN IV.
Our Cognitive Interview & Statement Analysis (CA POST Plan IV Certified 9590-31455) course 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. POST PLAN IV
Our 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. POST PLAN IV.
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 a course to establish a strong framework that will enable students to document any use of forse 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 the use of force. This class is designed for line staff and command staff at all levels. 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.