Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist
Short course
In Bromsgrove
Description
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Type
Short course
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Level
Beginner
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Aimed at
For companies and professionals
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Location
Bromsgrove
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Duration
16 Days
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Start date
Different dates available
Portsmouth University Accredited Counter Fraud Qualification ACFS.
A 4 module qualification covering all the basics of counter fraud practice. This course is the equivalent of the public sector PINS qualification.
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About this course
No previous knowledge is required for this qualification.
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Subjects
- Investigative mind
- Eye for detail
- Good communicator
- Analytical
Teachers and trainers (1)
Alan Blaney
Director
PROFILE: Highly experienced Trainer, Investigator and Project Manager with a 35 year track record of delivering quality projects in UK and internationally, on time and on budget. A former career detective with 20 years UK law enforcement achieving rank of Detective Sergeant, I served in both Metropolitan and West Midlands Police forces. A National Police Trainer, Diploma in Criminal Intelligence Analysis, Post Grad Cert Ed I am also fully conversant with Intelligence Analysis-Anacapa Science, i2 and all aspects of Investigation. Recently achieved outstanding feedback for training pr
Course programme
At the conclusion of the course the delegate will be able to: -
Ø Develop ethical approaches to investigation
Ø Describe the legislation appropriate to their field
Ø Understand the impact of Human Rights legislation
Ø Comply with Data Protection legislation
Ø Define the implications of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act
Ø Define the application of relevant Code of Practice under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act
Ø Develop working practices that comply with disclosure rules, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act
Ø Plan investigations to take account of all potential evidence trails
Ø Identify and develop professional and accountable procedures
Module Two. Covert Investigation, Internet, or Analysis
At the conclusion of the course the delegate should be able to:
· Understand relevant legislation including Human Rights Act 1998, Data Protection Act 1998, Criminal procedures and investigation act 1996, Regulation of investigatory powers act 2000, Cover surveillance codes of practice, and its effect on proactive intelligence gathering.
· Demonstrate knowledge of planning considerations and briefing models in relation to the conduct of operations.
· Introduce the theory and vocabulary of the ABC system of covert foot surveillance.
· Understand the techniques and tactics used by surveillance operatives.
· Understand the codes of practice and legislation pertinent to installing, operating, storing and accessing CCVT images.
· Outline best practice guide to securing and seizing data from electronic devices.
· Describe and apply the internationally recognised intelligence cycle
· Describe the techniques of data collection and evaluation
· Describe the components of the analytical process
· Develop association matrices
Identify and target intelligence gaps
· Construct charts from their analysis on any identified subject
· Distinguish between inductive and deductive logic
· Apply inductive logic to analysis
· Identify the components of critical thinking
· Develop inferences from analysis
· Deliver clear and concise briefings
· Outline best practice guide to securing and seizing data from electronic devices.
· Conduct organised and effective on-line searches and investigations.
Module Three Interview Skills.
At the conclusion of this session the delegate should be able to:
· Repeat the seven principles of investigative interviewing as out lined in the Home Office circular 22/1992
· Define the role of an investigative interview
· Identify how stress can effect interviewees
· Define Interview under Code C11.1A PACE 1984
· Avoid barriers to effective interviewing
· Outline basic interview questioning styles
· Demonstrate open and closed questions
· Provide examples of leading and multiple and probing questioning styles.
Module Four. Report Writting and Court Skills.
At the conclusion of the session the delegates will be able to:
- Understand how the course will be run and what requirements there are on them and the trainers.
- Understand all safety procedures to be carried out in an emergency.
- Identify skills for development during the course.
Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist