Family Violence Investigations
Course Hours: 40.0 Hours
Course Description
This training program is designed to assist the investigator in a better understanding of trauma and response as well as abusive behaviors. Topics during Family Violence Investigations will include training on neurobiology of the brain with regard to the impact on victim behavior, investigation, and interviewing. Officers will gain the skills to investigate domestic homicide cases using the continuum of violence scale and family violence dynamics principle. This course is in compliance with the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) 17-4-20, O.C.G.A. 19-13-1, and O.C.G.A. 16-5-20.
Who Should Attend
Any Public Safety Officer who may respond to a Family Violence call.
Special Notes
A requirement of this course involves creating professional documents for turn-in. A laptop is recommended for use.
| Name | Start Date | End Date | Location | Time | Course Number | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Violence Investigations | 10/27/2025 | 10/31/2025 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | LPAA25819 | Waiting List |
| Family Violence Investigations | 12/08/2025 | 12/12/2025 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Family Violence Investigations | 05/04/2026 | 05/08/2026 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Family Violence Investigations | 10/26/2026 | 10/30/2026 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Family Violence Investigations | 12/07/2026 | 12/11/2026 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |