About This Course
The class begins by introducing the attendees to the different types / assignments and responsibilities of different detectives. The class then focuses on the differences and similarities of the detective’s responsibilities as compared to the responsibilities of a patrol officer.
The class then moves into the eight qualities of a great detective or “the total package detective.” The qualities which will be discussed at length are:
- The ability to talk to people.
- “Next level” job knowledge.
- Observation skills.
- Report writing skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to “think outside the box.”
- Courtroom testimony skills.
- Positive attitude and tenacity.
This class uses actual scenarios and the real experiences of Captain Babcock during his time spent in investigations as a detective, a Sergeant, and a Captain. It is the intention of this class to not only educate the participant, but to motivate them to raise the bar on their own work product and perform with greater self-expectations.
Course Objectives
- To introduce the attendee to the qualities of a detective which produce quality investigations.
- To introduce the attendee to what makes a “professional investigation.”
- To motivate the attendee to always produce the best work product by showing the importance and benefits of thorough, complete and objective work product.
- To encourage the attendee to make a self-assessment and evaluate if they are really doing all that they are capable of to better serve themselves, the public, their profession and their agency.
Instructor

| Special Agent Everett Babcock