In-Person Training Programmes by Specialist Policing Consultancy
Specialist Policing Consultancy (SPC) offers world-class, in-person training tailored to the needs of professionals in law enforcement, civil society, and legal sectors. With years of high-level experience, our trainers deliver courses designed to empower participants with skills to address complex criminal issues. Available in the UK and internationally, our training is customised to meet each client’s specific needs, and we provide all materials in local languages for maximum accessibility and impact.
Why Choose SPC for In-Person Training?
Founded by former Scotland Yard officers with expertise in human trafficking and transnational crime, SPC is known for its expertise in delivering hands-on, engaging, and effective training. Our courses equip professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to combat modern criminal threats, using the latest methods and insights. Each programme is CPD-accredited, ensuring participants receive credits toward their professional development.
Core Training Areas
For Law Enforcement
1. Identifying Victims of Human Trafficking: A Trauma-Informed Approach
This two-day course equips law enforcement and government agencies with trauma-informed strategies for identifying and supporting potential victims of human trafficking.
2. Investigating Human Trafficking
A five-day intensive course for law enforcement and prosecutors covering essential skills in managing human trafficking investigations. This programme incorporates modern techniques in forensics, IT, financial tracking, and specialised investigative methods.
3. Cognitive Interview Techniques (PEACE Model)
A five-day interactive training focused on the PEACE model, a cognitive interviewing framework. Participants engage with presentations, case studies, and exercises to master interview skills for cases involving vulnerable victims.
4. Intelligence Analysis and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Designed for law enforcement analysts, this course provides critical skills in intelligence gathering, analysis, and the effective use of open-source intelligence tools.
For NGOs, Business and Civil Society
1. Introduction to Human Trafficking
This one- or two-day entry-level course helps volunteers and civil society workers gain a foundational understanding of human trafficking, equipping them to identify and support victims effectively.
2. Human Trafficking Training for Legal Professionals
A one-day course tailored for legal practitioners to deepen their understanding of the prevalence and legal nuances of human trafficking cases.
3. Uncovering Online Human Trafficking: Vulnerabilities and Red Flags
This course teaches civil society professionals to identify online recruitment and exploitation trends used in human trafficking.
4. Human Trafficking in Travel and Tourism
A one-day programme for those in the travel sector, offering insights into trafficking and child exploitation in tourism, along with compliance and risk management guidance.
5. Interacting with Vulnerable Victims (for Social Care Professionals)
This three-day course empowers social care workers with skills to identify and support vulnerable individuals. It emphasizes trauma-informed approaches, essential for working with vulnerable populations.
6. Tackling Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery: Delivering Change
A five-day course offering a comprehensive look at the history, frameworks, and effective responses to human trafficking and modern slavery. Topics include offender profiles, victim support systems, and business practices, presented from multidisciplinary perspectives.
Higher Education Programmes
SPC collaborates with universities to offer bespoke lectures for students in criminal justice, social sciences, and public health. Examples of topics include:
- Origins of Human Trafficking
- Modern Slavery: Theory and Policy
- Public Health Approaches to Trafficking
Customised Training
SPC’s approach is client-centric, designing bespoke training sessions after in-depth consultations with clients. This ensures that each programme meets the unique needs of the organisation and is aligned with local legislative and operational frameworks.
Global Reach and Local Impact
We have provided training in over 30 countries, working with global organisations such as the UN, OSCE, and IOM. Our programmes are proven to enhance capacity, empowering professionals to approach their work with skill, confidence, and a deep understanding of the issues.
For more details on how SPC training can support your team, including your requirements for bespoke training, contact us today.
