NTSB Training Center - Cognitive Interviewing for Accident Investigators


Title	Cognitive Interviewing for Accident Investigators - BASIC
Description	This course provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to conduct interviews of participants in, and witnesses to, transportation incidents or accidents. Emphasis will be on the cognitive interviewing technique to maximize the amount and quality of information obtained during investigative interviews.
ID Code	IM401A
Dates and Tuition	February 23, 2009 $423 for all applications and payment received no later than January 23, 2009 $467 for all applications with payment received January 24, 2009 to February 17, 2009 $517 for all applications submitted between February 18, 2009 and 12:00 pm (noon) ET on February 22, 2009 $50 processing fee will be added to tuitions for all offline applications (starting October 1, 2008)
Times	9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location	NTSB Training Center • 45065 Riverside Parkway • Ashburn, Virginia 20147
Cognitive Interviewing Series	To obtain the most from the program, attendance at both courses in the Cognitive Interviewing Series is recommended.
Human Factors Series	Save on travel, time and expenses – attend all three courses in the Human Factors Series for a discounted tuition.
Status	OPEN. Applications are now being accepted.
Apply to Attend	February 23, 2009
CEUs	0.7
Overview	Theories of memory and recall Influences on eyewitness memory Logistical aspects of interviewing in transportation accident investigations Interviewer techniques to enhance interviewee recall Using interview information in accident investigations NTSB accident investigation case studies
Performance Results	Upon completion of this course the participant will be able to: Use the Cognitive Interview (CI) method to obtain more accurate and complete information from eyewitnesses and critical personnel in accident investigations Explain how the social dynamics in an interview can affect its outcome Identify various errors of perception and memory Employ various techniques to enhance a witness’ recall of an event Brief colleagues about the interview process and its impact on the outcome of an investigation Comments from course participants
Instructor	Ronald P. Fisher, Ph.D. is a professor of psychology at Florida International University where he has served as a faculty member since 1978. He is on the editorial board of the journal, Memory and Cognition, has authored or co-authored over 40 research articles, numerous book chapters and one book. He has also advised both local and national government agencies on techniques to enhance the quality of interviewing. Q & A with Ron Fisher on why the CI is more effective than traditional interviewing methods (PDF)
Who May Attend	Those who may be involved in transportation accident investigations Those who may be required to conduct interviews as part of any type of investigation Those with an interest in the methodology of obtaining and applying critical data in a transportation accident investigation Members of the academic community attending for research purposes (on a space-available basis)
Accommodations	Area hotels and restaurants
Airports	Washington Dulles International (IAD): 10 miles Washington Ronald Reagan National (DCA): 30 miles Baltimore/Washington International (BWI): 60 miles
More Information	Email TrainingCenter@ntsb.gov or call (571) 223-3900 Courses, forums and symposia are added to the schedule throughout the year. Subscribe to the e-newsletter to learn about upcoming events and new programs: http://www.ntsb.gov/TC/list/list.htm