06/02/2026
California Sexual Assault Investigators Association
Forensic Interviewing and Reluctance
Understanding Barriers and Strategies to Overcome the Barriers
Date
June 25, 2026
Time
0900 – 1000
Tuition
$25.00
Location
Virtual Training
Training Overview
Join Jennifer Dineen, MSN, RNC-MNN, FNP, SANE-A/P for an engaging and informative virtual training focused on forensic interviewing and child reluctance when disclosing abuse. This session will explore the barriers that impact disclosure, recantation, and participation in the investigative process while providing practical, evidence-informed strategies to support children during forensic interviews.
What You’ll Learn
• Factors contributing to reluctance and delayed disclosure
• Strategies to overcome barriers and support engagement
• Approaches to addressing recantation
• The role of the multidisciplinary team
Instructor
Jennifer Dineen, MSN, RNC-MNN, FNP, SANE-P is a Forensic Interviewer and Examiner with the Center for Assault Treatment Services (C.A.T.S.) at Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center. Jennifer is a recognized expert in pediatric forensic interviewing and examination and has conducted nearly 1,300 child forensic interviews and examinations. She is passionate about educating professionals on effective interviewing techniques and improving outcomes for children impacted by abuse.
Certification
A certificate of completion will be issued upon completion of the training evaluation. One hour of BRN credit will be awarded for this training (Provider #11862).
Zoom Information
A Zoom link will be emailed to registered attendees on the morning of the training.
