A Crash Course in Truth: Fatal Accident Investigation & Beyond
8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel 1401 Ocean Ave, Asbury, NJ https://www.njafs.org/
Training Announcements
- April 25, 2025, 8:00 am: A Crash Course in Truth: Fatal Accident Investigation & Beyond
- May 5, 2025, : Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence
- May 7, 2025, : Crime Scene Processing
- May 12, 2025, : Crime Scene Investigations
- May 19, 2025, : Crime Scene Metal Detector Operations
- June 9, 2025, : Palm Prints: Searching Smart
- June 16, 2025, : 5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography
- June 16, 2025, : Evidence & Property Room Management, Basic
- June 25, 2025, : Fingerprinting for the Patrol Officer
- July 14, 2025, : Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge Skin
- July 28, 2025, : Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge Skin
- August 5, 2025, : Crime Scene Investigations for Hazardous Environments (PER-228)
- August 25, 2025, : Advanced Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
- September 3, 2025, : Basic Investigative Digital Photography
- September 5, 2025, : Class 125 - Fall NJSP CSI Course (280 Hours Long)
- September 15, 2025, : 5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class
- September 15, 2025, : Crime Scene Investigation
- September 15, 2025, : Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge Examiners
- September 22, 2025, : 5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography
- September 22, 2025, : NJIAI 3 Day Conference
- October 1, 2025, : 3-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography
- October 7, 2025, : Sudden Death Investigations
Events in April 2025–March 2026
April 25, 2025 (1 event)
May 5, 2025 (1 event)
Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence- 1:00 am
Bergen County Sheriff's OfficeTuition: $749May 6, 2025 (1 event)
Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence- 1:00 amBergen County Sheriff's OfficeTuition: $749May 7, 2025 (2 events)
Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence- 1:00 amBergen County Sheriff's OfficeTuition: $749Crime Scene Processing(Recommended Pre-requisite: Fingerprint Classification-Basic) The success of an investigation involves a definable crime scene, the initial observations, and actions of the first officer at the scene, the trained evidence technician, and the investigator. This course addresses the issue of a well-trained evidence technician. The evidence technician’s most important task at the scene is to prevent…May 8, 2025 (2 events)
Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence- 1:00 amBergen County Sheriff's OfficeTuition: $749Crime Scene Processing(Recommended Pre-requisite: Fingerprint Classification-Basic) The success of an investigation involves a definable crime scene, the initial observations, and actions of the first officer at the scene, the trained evidence technician, and the investigator. This course addresses the issue of a well-trained evidence technician. The evidence technician’s most important task at the scene is to prevent…May 9, 2025 (2 events)
Physical & Chemical Processing of Latent Print Evidence- 1:00 amBergen County Sheriff's OfficeTuition: $749Crime Scene Processing(Recommended Pre-requisite: Fingerprint Classification-Basic) The success of an investigation involves a definable crime scene, the initial observations, and actions of the first officer at the scene, the trained evidence technician, and the investigator. This course addresses the issue of a well-trained evidence technician. The evidence technician’s most important task at the scene is to prevent…May 12, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene InvestigationsThis 40-hour workshop will offer hands-on training in fingerprint development, alternate light sources, photography, presumptive blood tests, and blood print development. Students will participate in mock crime scene processing and class presentations.  The class is geared to detectives and patrol officers in smaller departments who are responsible for investigating crime scenes. This course has been…May 13, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene InvestigationsThis 40-hour workshop will offer hands-on training in fingerprint development, alternate light sources, photography, presumptive blood tests, and blood print development. Students will participate in mock crime scene processing and class presentations.  The class is geared to detectives and patrol officers in smaller departments who are responsible for investigating crime scenes. This course has been…May 14, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene InvestigationsThis 40-hour workshop will offer hands-on training in fingerprint development, alternate light sources, photography, presumptive blood tests, and blood print development. Students will participate in mock crime scene processing and class presentations.  The class is geared to detectives and patrol officers in smaller departments who are responsible for investigating crime scenes. This course has been…May 15, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene InvestigationsThis 40-hour workshop will offer hands-on training in fingerprint development, alternate light sources, photography, presumptive blood tests, and blood print development. Students will participate in mock crime scene processing and class presentations.  The class is geared to detectives and patrol officers in smaller departments who are responsible for investigating crime scenes. This course has been…May 16, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene InvestigationsThis 40-hour workshop will offer hands-on training in fingerprint development, alternate light sources, photography, presumptive blood tests, and blood print development. Students will participate in mock crime scene processing and class presentations.  The class is geared to detectives and patrol officers in smaller departments who are responsible for investigating crime scenes. This course has been…May 19, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene Metal Detector Operations
Gloucester County Prosecutor's OfficeInstructor: John Volek Tuition: $339May 20, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene Metal Detector OperationsGloucester County Prosecutor's OfficeInstructor: John Volek Tuition: $339June 9, 2025 (1 event)
Palm Prints: Searching Smart
Morris County Public Safety AcademyRon Smith & Associates, Inc. Instructor: Jamie Bush, CLPE Tuition: $450June 10, 2025 (1 event)
Palm Prints: Searching SmartMorris County Public Safety AcademyRon Smith & Associates, Inc. Instructor: Jamie Bush, CLPE Tuition: $450June 11, 2025 (1 event)
Palm Prints: Searching SmartMorris County Public Safety AcademyRon Smith & Associates, Inc. Instructor: Jamie Bush, CLPE Tuition: $450June 16, 2025 (2 events)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public Safety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PAEvidence & Property Room Management, BasicBoth the efficient investigation of criminal cases and the subsequent conviction of criminals depend heavily on the property and evidence room. Operations or paperwork errors may make evidence inadmissible, resulting in the case being lost or dismissed. A fundamental overview of the legal and ethical criteria for a competent evidence/property management system is provided by…June 17, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public Safety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PAJune 18, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public Safety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PAJune 19, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public Safety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PAJune 20, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public Safety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PAJune 25, 2025 (1 event)
Fingerprinting for the Patrol Officer- 1:00 amThis one day course is designed to expand upon the basic block of instruction on fingerprint identification and collection in the police recruit class. The course will better prepare officers to identify and collect fingerprints while on scene and give them a better understanding of what tools and techniques are available in order to collect…July 14, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge Skin
NJITJuly 15, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinNJITJuly 16, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinNJITJuly 17, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinNJITJuly 18, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinNJITJuly 28, 2025 (1 event)
Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinJuly 29, 2025 (1 event)
Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinJuly 30, 2025 (1 event)
Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinJuly 31, 2025 (1 event)
Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinAugust 1, 2025 (1 event)
Intermediate Analysis of Friction Ridge SkinAugust 5, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene Investigations for Hazardous Environments (PER-228)
Cape May County Police AcademyLSU NCBRT Registration Access Code: NCBRT228August 6, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene Investigations for Hazardous Environments (PER-228)Cape May County Police AcademyLSU NCBRT Registration Access Code: NCBRT228August 7, 2025 (1 event)
Crime Scene Investigations for Hazardous Environments (PER-228)Cape May County Police AcademyLSU NCBRT Registration Access Code: NCBRT228August 25, 2025 (1 event)
Advanced Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Burlington County Emergency Services Training CenterInstructor: Amy Santoro, Ph.D., CBPA, CSCSA Tuition: $829August 26, 2025 (1 event)
Advanced Bloodstain Pattern AnalysisBurlington County Emergency Services Training CenterInstructor: Amy Santoro, Ph.D., CBPA, CSCSA Tuition: $829August 27, 2025 (1 event)
Advanced Bloodstain Pattern AnalysisBurlington County Emergency Services Training CenterInstructor: Amy Santoro, Ph.D., CBPA, CSCSA Tuition: $829August 28, 2025 (1 event)
Advanced Bloodstain Pattern AnalysisBurlington County Emergency Services Training CenterInstructor: Amy Santoro, Ph.D., CBPA, CSCSA Tuition: $829August 29, 2025 (1 event)
Advanced Bloodstain Pattern AnalysisBurlington County Emergency Services Training CenterInstructor: Amy Santoro, Ph.D., CBPA, CSCSA Tuition: $829September 3, 2025 (1 event)
Basic Investigative Digital PhotographyThis is a hands-on course designed to teach the basic fundamentals of digital photography at various types of scenes. This workshop focuses on basic operation of the camera, providing information and techniques to guide law enforcement agencies into the updated technological capabilities of digital photography and provide the skills needed to apply this technology in…September 5, 2025 (1 event)
Class 125 - Fall NJSP CSI Course (280 Hours Long)
Background This basic crime scene investigation course provides comprehensive instruction in crime scene investigation for a total of thirty-five days of training over a seven-week period. The course is held in many locations but the majority being at Monmouth University, Camp Evans (Wall Twp.), and Hamilton State Police Barracks. The goal is to create standardized…September 15, 2025 (3 events)
5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public SAfety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA This class is approved for 40 hours toward IAI Crime Scene & Bloodstain Pattern Analyst certification and recertification. ÂCrime Scene InvestigationThis five (5) day course is designed for first responders, detectives and crime scene investigators. Students will receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on training on all areas of crime scene investigation. Topics covered include safeguarding and processing of the crime scene, sketching and photograph of the crime scene, collection of evidence and "lifting" of fingerprints, and…Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge Examiners
Bergen County Sheriff's OfficeInstructor: Deborah Smith Tuition: $689September 16, 2025 (3 events)
5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public SAfety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA This class is approved for 40 hours toward IAI Crime Scene & Bloodstain Pattern Analyst certification and recertification. ÂCrime Scene InvestigationThis five (5) day course is designed for first responders, detectives and crime scene investigators. Students will receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on training on all areas of crime scene investigation. Topics covered include safeguarding and processing of the crime scene, sketching and photograph of the crime scene, collection of evidence and "lifting" of fingerprints, and…Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge ExaminersBergen County Sheriff's OfficeInstructor: Deborah Smith Tuition: $689September 17, 2025 (3 events)
5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public SAfety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA This class is approved for 40 hours toward IAI Crime Scene & Bloodstain Pattern Analyst certification and recertification. ÂCrime Scene InvestigationThis five (5) day course is designed for first responders, detectives and crime scene investigators. Students will receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on training on all areas of crime scene investigation. Topics covered include safeguarding and processing of the crime scene, sketching and photograph of the crime scene, collection of evidence and "lifting" of fingerprints, and…Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge ExaminersBergen County Sheriff's OfficeInstructor: Deborah Smith Tuition: $689September 18, 2025 (3 events)
5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public SAfety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA This class is approved for 40 hours toward IAI Crime Scene & Bloodstain Pattern Analyst certification and recertification. ÂCrime Scene InvestigationThis five (5) day course is designed for first responders, detectives and crime scene investigators. Students will receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on training on all areas of crime scene investigation. Topics covered include safeguarding and processing of the crime scene, sketching and photograph of the crime scene, collection of evidence and "lifting" of fingerprints, and…Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge ExaminersBergen County Sheriff's OfficeInstructor: Deborah Smith Tuition: $689September 19, 2025 (3 events)
5-Day Bloodstain Pattern Class- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Bucks County Public SAfety Training Center, 1760 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA This class is approved for 40 hours toward IAI Crime Scene & Bloodstain Pattern Analyst certification and recertification. ÂCrime Scene InvestigationThis five (5) day course is designed for first responders, detectives and crime scene investigators. Students will receive comprehensive instruction and hands-on training on all areas of crime scene investigation. Topics covered include safeguarding and processing of the crime scene, sketching and photograph of the crime scene, collection of evidence and "lifting" of fingerprints, and…Essential Quality Practices for Friction Ridge ExaminersBergen County Sheriff's OfficeInstructor: Deborah Smith Tuition: $689September 22, 2025 (2 events)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Little Egg Harbor Twp. Police Department, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087NJIAI 3 Day Conference
Cape May Convention HallSeptember 23, 2025 (2 events)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Little Egg Harbor Twp. Police Department, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087NJIAI 3 Day ConferenceCape May Convention HallSeptember 24, 2025 (2 events)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Little Egg Harbor Twp. Police Department, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087NJIAI 3 Day ConferenceCape May Convention HallSeptember 25, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Little Egg Harbor Twp. Police Department, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087September 26, 2025 (1 event)
5-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $695 Location: Little Egg Harbor Twp. Police Department, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087October 1, 2025 (1 event)
3-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $495 Location: Marple Township Police Department, 1001 Sussex Blvd., Broomall, PA 19008October 2, 2025 (1 event)
3-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $495 Location: Marple Township Police Department, 1001 Sussex Blvd., Broomall, PA 19008October 3, 2025 (1 event)
3-Day CSI and Forensic Investigation plus Photography- 1:00 amTuition: $495 Location: Marple Township Police Department, 1001 Sussex Blvd., Broomall, PA 19008October 7, 2025 (1 event)
Sudden Death Investigations- 1:00 amThis three (3) day seminar is designed to familiarize first responders and detectives of the procedures and responsibilities inherent to the investigation of sudden or suspicious deaths. It will also describe the functions conducted by members of the Prosecutor's Office Mobile Crime Lab Unit and the New Jersey State Police Laboratory, as well as provide…October 8, 2025 (1 event)
Sudden Death Investigations- 1:00 amThis three (3) day seminar is designed to familiarize first responders and detectives of the procedures and responsibilities inherent to the investigation of sudden or suspicious deaths. It will also describe the functions conducted by members of the Prosecutor's Office Mobile Crime Lab Unit and the New Jersey State Police Laboratory, as well as provide…October 9, 2025 (1 event)
Sudden Death Investigations- 1:00 amThis three (3) day seminar is designed to familiarize first responders and detectives of the procedures and responsibilities inherent to the investigation of sudden or suspicious deaths. It will also describe the functions conducted by members of the Prosecutor's Office Mobile Crime Lab Unit and the New Jersey State Police Laboratory, as well as provide…
