New Jersey Division of the International Association for Identification

New Jersey Division of the International Association for Identification
Basic Crime Scene Investigation
Date/Time
5/18/2026 - 5/20/2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Eastern
Event Type(s)
Training Announcement
Event Description

Fee: $0 (sponsored by DOJ Grant)

Instructor: Joseph Cordoma, Ph.D.

Course Overview

Designed for all new Detectives/Patrol Officers/Investigators who are tasked with processing a crime scene, this course is designed to provide an introductory level understanding of what is involved with a proper crime scene investigation.

Attendees will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and increase their comfort level regarding crime scene documentation and investigation by performing practical training during this event in addition to class lectures.

Training Highlights

  • Introduction to crime scene investigation
  • Discussing and applying the crime scene processing methodology steps
  • Photography (day/night)
  • Scene Diagramming
  • Identification and preservation of evidence
  • Evidence packaging
  • Laboratory submissions

Topic(s) and/or order of topics may be subject to change at any time.

Practical Exercises:

  • Initial functions at the scene with crime scene walkthroughs
  • Application of the crime scene processing methodology steps
  • Courtroom testimony

Each student is required to bring a camera (preferably a DSLR digital camera).

Location
Setting: In-Person
Expert Witness Testimony Center & Crime Scene Lab Cedar Crest College
100 College Drive
Allentown, PA 18104

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Caitlin McCullough
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