GAP Science x Sievers Forensics
You asked, we answered. Gap Science with Sievers Forensics have produced an entirely online Bloodstain Pattern Identification and Interpretation e-course! Check out https://gapscience.teachable.com/courses/enrolled/2420857 for more details and to register. Complete with reference guides and materials for you to take away. Don't miss out on making BPA fun again!
To enroll in any of the listed courses, download the linked PDF enrollment form. The form should be completed in its entirety and emailed to Heidi Sievers at [email protected]. Upon review of the enrollment paperwork, a link will be generated for payment to the email specified on the paperwork.
Sievers Forensics Training Course Enrollment Form.pdf
If there are any questions or concerns regarding the training courses, please feel free to contact us directly prior to enrollment. If a training course is listed as 'FULL' you may still submit an enrollment form to be added to the waitlist and payment will not be requested until a seat opens.
St. Cloud, Florida l June 24-28, 2024
Host Agency: Osceola County Sheriff's Office
Location: Osceola County Sheriff's Office Training Facility, 2901 Arthur J. Gallagher Blvd., St. Cloud, FL 34771
Date/Time: June 24-28, 2024
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday- Friday
Cost: $775/student
The basic bloodstain pattern analysis course is designed for beginner investigators or for those who have not yet had bloodstain pattern analysis training or exposure to bloodstained crime scenes. Students will learn how to correctly identify bloodstains both based on appearance as well as pattern mechanism. The course contains theory and principles of bloodstain pattern analysis as well as practical activities, mock scenes, and evidence.
It is recommended that students have previously completed a basic crime scene processing workshop course or have experience in the field. Students will need to bring the following equipment, if possible: DSLR camera, tripod, macro lens, and external flash. Scales and manual calipers will be provided. Please bring a digital caliper if you wish.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Develop a working knowledge and understanding of the physical properties and characteristics of blood
Utilize proper documentation and collection methods for bloodstains and bloodstain patterns.
Employ proper mathematical principles for determining angle of impact, area of convergence, and area of origin.
Understand and apply bloodstain pattern analysis findings to crime scenes and written reports
To register, please complete the Sievers Forensics Registration Form Sievers Forensics Training Course Enrollment Form.pdf
Suggested Lodging: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando – Lake Nona Area, 12150 Pioneers Way, Orlando, FL 32832, 407-207-7001 or Hampton Inn Orlando Southeast Nona, 10002 Eagle Creek Sanctuary Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32832, 407-275-5071. Both hotels are about 20 minutes away from the training facility.g:
Questions: Email [email protected] or call Heidi Sievers at 727-247-4075
Course Flyer: Basic BPA Flyer Osceola.pdf
Hoover, AL - August 26-30, 2024
Where: Hoover Police Department Training Facility
850 Municipal Drive
Hoover, AL 35216
When: August 26-30, 2024
Instructor: Holly Kane, MSFS, CCSA, CFE
Cost: $650/student
The basic photography course is recommended for crime scene investigators or sworn officers who are responsible for the documentation of crime scenes through photography. Students will learn basic camera functions, the exposure triangle, composition of photographs, and the various types of photos taken at crime scenes. This course will also cover using filters, evidence photography, basic flash functions, and courtroom testimony.
Registration: To register, please complete the Sievers Forensics Registration Form PHOTO Sievers Forensics Training Course Enrollment Form.pdf and email to Heidi Sievers at [email protected]
Course flyer: Photography Hoover August 2024.pdf
September 23-27, 2024 - Ocala, FL
40-Hour Bloodstained Clothing and Fabrics Workshop
Sievers Forensics
$875 per student
Hosting Agency: Marion County Sheriff’s Office
692 NW 30th Ave Ocala, Florida 34475
Course Overview:
The bloodstained clothing and fabrics training course is designed for experienced investigators who routinely investigate and are involved on bloodstained scenes and/or who are tasked with the documentation, examination, and analysis of bloodstained clothing. The course will enforce and focus on the fundamental principles of bloodstain pattern analysis, introduce the examination of complex bloodstains, analyzing various textiles and fabrics, documentation and photography of bloodstained clothing, report writing, and experimentation. Both lecture and practical, mock scenarios will be incorporated.
It is recommended that students have previously completed a basic bloodstain pattern analysis course or have experience in the field documenting bloodstain patterns. Students will need to bring the following equipment, if possible: DSLR camera, tripod, macro lens, and external flash. Scales and manual calipers will be provided. Please bring a digital caliper if you wish.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Sievers Forensics Training Course Enrollment Form.pdf
If there are any questions or concerns regarding the training courses, please feel free to contact us directly prior to enrollment. If a training course is listed as 'FULL' you may still submit an enrollment form to be added to the waitlist and payment will not be requested until a seat opens
Training Flyer: CF Workshop.pdf
November 18-22, 2024 Concord, NH
40-Hour Bloodstain Pattern Documentation, Enhancement, and Detection Course
$650 per student
Hosting Agency: City of Concord, New Hampshire Police Department
Training Dates: November 18-22 , 2024
Course Overview:
This course is designed for any investigator who seeks to improve and enhance their abilities in properly documenting bloodstained scenes and/or evidence. The course will focus on incorporating proper bloodstain terminology, pattern identification, and various documentation methods, including photography, note taking, and report writing, that will ensure the patterns can be analyzed at a later time. The course will also cover detection and enhancement of latent bloodstains, including documentation and preservation methods. Students will be exposed to various chemical presumptive tests, and enhancement and detection chemicals. Students will also be tasked with photographing their results.
It is recommended that students have previously completed a basic crime scene processing workshop course or have experience in the field. Students will need to bring the following equipment, if possible: DSLR camera, tripod, macro lens, and external flash.
Learning Objectives:
· Understand and apply proper bloodstain terminology when describing bloodstain patterns
· Classify bloodstain patterns through an understanding of bloodstain characteristics
· Employ proper documentation methods for bloodstains and bloodstained evidence
· Understand and apply proper bloodstain detection and enhancement methods to bloodstains and bloodstained evidence
· Employ the principles of sequential processing techniques to best document and preserve bloodstained evidence
· Apply presumptive blood testing methods
Sievers Forensics Training Course Enrollment Form.pdf
If there are any questions or concerns regarding the training courses, please feel free to contact us directly prior to enrollment. If a training course is listed as 'FULL' you may still submit an enrollment form to be added to the waitlist and payment will not be requested until a seat opens
Course Flyer: Documentation Enhancement Detection Flyer.pdf
