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Court Witnessing Skills / Professional Witness rules
Professional / Expert Witnesses incl CSI's / Digital Forensics / Staff Safety Trainers / Traffic Collision Investigators / Forensics
1/2 Day (3hrs CPD)
ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE
Course Content
Professional & Expert Witness Rules, Statement Compilation, S9.CJA, Criminal Procedure Rules, Going to Court, How a Court works, Peer Review, Part 19 CPR & professional boundaries.
Course Code APT/03
CSI Cannabis Cultivations - securing best evidence
Crime Scene Investigators, Force Crime Scene management and/or Force CSI trainers, Cannabis Cultivation Dismantling Teams
1 Day (6hrs CPD)
Course Content
Cannabis - The Plant & Identification, Best Evidence & Photography, Scene Dismantling, Health & Safety, identification & handling of controlled drugs & paraphernalia
Course Code APT/02
Drug Expert Evidence Course
For officers with min. 5 years drugs experience / current practising drug experts (refresher)
4 Days (24hrs CPD)
5 Days (30hrs CPD) Mock Court Scenario
Course Content
Role of an Expert Witness, Criminal Procedure Rules, Content of an Experts Report, *Drug Awareness & routes of administration, *Introduction to PIEDS, Slang, Pricing & Calculations, Peer Review, Independent Experts for the Defence, Cannabis & Cultivations, Document Interpretation, Court Witnessing Skills, DEWVA & DAG, Final Assessment (*additional expert presenters)
OPTIONAL EXTRA - 5 Day course includes Final Mock Court Cross Examination Exercise
Course Code APT/01
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All Course attendees qualify for a FREE 3 month post course Peer Review service
Unlocking the 'Defence' Perspective in Drug Expert Testimony
Bridging the Knowledge Gap Between Law Enforcement and 'Defence'
Legal privilege often limits law enforcement's understanding of the defence process, particularly in areas such as instruction and disclosure related to independent (defence) experts. As independent expert witnesses for both prosecution and defence, we offer rare and valuable insights, helping to address longstanding misconceptions and dispel myths that continue to circulate within law enforcement.
Independent 'Defence' Inputs Cover:
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The Role of an Independent Expert
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Independent Expert Instruction
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Costs & Fees of Independent Experts
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Defence vs. Prosecution Disclosure Obligations
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Defence Proof of Evidence
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Independent Expert Police Station Visits
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Joint Meetings & Reports
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Recent challenges to prosecution expert reports
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Courtroom Excellence – Skills & Strategies
Exclusive Training Module - As part of our comprehensive 5 day Drug Expert Witness course, we deliver unparalleled training that offers a unique perspective on the instruction and role of independent (defence) experts. This course dispels many longstanding myths that persist within UK law enforcement and provides in-depth, practical knowledge and understanding.
Why Choose Our Training?
✔ Exclusive insights from experts working with both prosecution and defence
✔ Practical guidance on disclosure obligations and expert reports
✔ Essential knowledge to enhance prosecution expert reports
✔ Unmatched depth into this topic compared to other law enforcement courses
We can deliver this rare and unique 2 hour insight, either ONLINE or FACE TO FACE to your audience – Ideal for CPD Events.
Cannabis Manicuring & Yield Determination
1 Day (6hrs CPD)
Current & Practising Drug Experts
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Course Content
Cannabis - The Plant & Identification, HOC015/2012, Determining Plant Age, Drying & Manicuring process, presentation of documentary evidence.
Course Code APT/08
Drug Testing Kits & Cannabis IDentification
1 Day (6Hrs CPD)
Officers with min. 5 years general policing experience
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Course Content
Home Office approved Presumptive Drug Testing Kits & Electronic Devices, CPR, Disputed Test Regime, Cannabis Identification in the Criminal Justice System, EDIT.
Course Code APT/07
drug valuation officers course
1 Day (6hrs CPD)
Officers with min. 2 years drugs experience in GPD or 6 months drugs target team
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Course Content
Drug Recognition, Case Law, Pricing & Calculations, Statement layout & presentation of documentary evidence, Peer Review, Possession v PWITS, Role of a Drug Expert.
Course Code APT/04
Street Drugs, Trends & Diversion
1/2 Day (3Hrs CPD)
Paramedics / Custody Staff / NTE Teams / Street Pastors / Healthcare providers
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Course Content
Signs, Symptoms & Behaviours of Drug Users, Drug Death Protocols, Drug Diversion, Addiction & Signposting, Case Studies.
Course Code APT/11
CDLO
Introduction to the role of Controlled Drug Liaison Officer
(Statutory Role Requirements)
1 Day (6Hrs CPD)
Officers and/or Civilian staff carrying out a CDLO role
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Course Content
CDLO role, Health Act 2006, The Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) Regulations 2006, CDAO's, CD-LINs, Partnership Working with GPhC & MHRA, Pharmacy & Ward inspections.
Course Code APT/09
First Aid IN THE WORKPLACE
3 Days (18Hrs)
We no longer provide this training.
However, if you require First Aid training, please visit www.omnitraininggroup.co.uk or email
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Courses delivered by Omnitraining
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Basic Life Support (BLS) including CPR
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Emergency First Aid at Work
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Emergency Paediatric First Aid
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First Aid Annual Refresher
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First Aid at Work
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First Aid at Work Re-qualification
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Paediatric First Aid
Drugs Awareness for Foundation & Partners
1/2 Day (3Hrs CPD)
Officers / PCSO's in the early stages of foundation training
and / or
Where drug awareness would be advantageous e.g. Forensic Submissions Staff / LA Wardens / Partner Agencies
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Course Content
What is a Drug, Drug Recognition, Signs, Symptoms & Behaviours, Drug Litter, Professional Witnessing Skills, Addiction & Signposting, Solvents, Psychoactive Substances, Nitrous Oxide,
Benzodiazepines, Drugs & Young People.
Course Code APT/05
Police Foundation Cannabis Cultivations & Drug Investigation Skills
1 Day (6Hrs CPD)
Officers in the final stages of foundation training
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Course Content
Drug Recognition, Misuse of Drugs Act legislation, Recognising Coded & Slang Terms, Digital Downloads, Interviewing & Questioning Techniques, Cannabis Cultivations Best Evidence & Scene Recording, Scene Dismantling, Health & Safety.
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Course Code APT/06