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Investigative Interviewing for Federal & Government Agencies

Truth is the foundation of trust and security in government. WZ trains government personnel using evidence-based methods to produce timely, trustworthy, and actionable information while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

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GSA-ready agency training

For Federal Personnel

  • Federal law enforcement
  • Intelligence agencies
  • Regulatory investigators
  • Inspector General offices
  • Immigration & border security
  • Military & defense personnel
200,000+
Investigators Trained
500+
Seminars Per Year
GSA
Contract Holder
40+
Years of Excellence
ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Why WZ for Federal Agencies?

Agencies need reliable information to conduct operations, enforce the law, maintain public safety, and safeguard resources. WZ's structured, conversational approaches eliminate conflict between interviewer and subject, yielding greater overall results than confrontational methods.

GSA Contract Holder

Contract #470RAA24D009G. Simplified procurement through GSA Schedule for federal agencies.

Evidence-Based Methods

Ethical, moral, and legally acceptable techniques that avoid false confessions and hold up under scrutiny.

Agency-Specific Customization

Programs adapted to your agency's mission, regulations, and specific investigative challenges.

Multiple Delivery Options

On-site training, open enrollment, co-sponsored courses, and virtual classroom formats available.

Behavioral Science Foundation

Techniques grounded in academic research on deception detection, rapport building, and cognitive interviewing.

FlexPlan Guarantee

Transfer registrations between courses if schedules change. No-hassle rescheduling for government teams.

HOW IT WORKS

Your Path to Certification

01

Choose Your Program

Browse our catalog of training programs designed specifically for federal and government agency personnel.

02

Register Online

Select your preferred dates and location. GSA contract pricing simplifies procurement for federal agencies.

03

Attend Training

Participate in hands-on, interactive training led by Certified Forensic Interviewers with real-world experience.

04

Earn Certification

Complete the course assessment and receive your WZ certification, recognized across federal agencies worldwide.

05

Apply Your Skills

Return to your agency equipped with proven, ethical, evidence-based techniques to obtain truthful information.

COURSE CATALOG

Federal Training Programs

Explore our training programs designed for federal and government agency personnel. GSA contract pricing available for simplified procurement.

Most Popular
Foundation

WZ Seminar on Investigative Interviewing Techniques

Comprehensive program covering the full WZ Method.

2–3 Days GSA Pricing
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Advanced

Level II - Practical Application Workshop

Hands-on practice.

1 Day (8 Hours) GSA Pricing
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Specialized
Specialized

Crimes Against Children Interview Training

Specialized techniques for interviewing child victims and witnesses.

3 Days (24 Hours) $515
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Advanced
Advanced

Lead Homicide Investigators Program

Advanced interview techniques for lead investigators.

3 Days (24 Hours) $770–$815
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New
Specialized

Trauma-Informed Interviewing

Evidence-based approaches for interviewing trauma survivors.

1 Day (8 Hours) $335–$395
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Certification
Certification

CFI Preparation Workshop

Prepare for the CFI examination.

2 Days (16 Hours) $310
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Trusted by Leading Agencies

FBI
NSA
DEA
ATF
TSA
USCIS
Social Security Admin
EEOC
Federal Air Marshal Service
U.S. Army National Guard
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Testimonials

“WZ's evidence-based approach aligns perfectly with our agency's commitment to ethical interviewing. The training produced immediate, measurable improvements in our team.”

SAMT
Special Agent M. Torres Federal Bureau of Investigation

“This training provides a much broader knowledge than any other Interview Training we have attended. All of us are in agreement it is the best available.”

CVD
Captain Victor Donoho TN Dept. of Safety & Homeland Security

Ready to Train Your Agency?

Contact us for GSA pricing, custom program design, or to schedule on-site training for your federal team.