The Basic Investigator School (formerly called Basic Detective School) is a 40-hour program designed for the new detective/investigator and includes classroom lectures and workshops.  This course is offered to certified law enforcement officers only, and is held at the Michigan State Police Training Academy.  Topics include:

• Search and Seizure
• Witness Interviewing
• Arson Investigation
• Forensic Pathology
• Auto Theft Investigations
• Forensic Artists
• Lab Updates and Review
• Child Abuse Investigation
• Technical Services
• Intelligence Gathering and Information Process
• Extremist Groups
• Computer Crimes
• Fraud and ID Theft
• Confidential Informants

Cost for this training is:

$300, which includes tuition, lunches and breaks
$430, which includes tuition, lodging and meals
(lodging is based on double occupancy, additional charge for Sunday night lodging)

Class size is limited.  Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  To register, please complete the registration form.  Return completed forms to:

Sheila Cowles, MSP Training Division
Fax # (517) 322-6363,  cowless@michigan.gov

For questions or information regarding this training, please contact:

Sgt. Michelle Robinson (517) 322-1507
robinsom1@michigan.gov