Last month, Bevel Gardner & Associates and the Lakewood Colorado Police Department hosted Bloodstain Pattern Analysis II. This 40-hour course properly trains competent bloodstain pattern analysts by enhancing basic skills and developing the novice to a core competency level required for independent analysis.
In the recent past, questions have been raised with regard to the technical training analysts receive, particularly within the United States. The BGA Bloodstain Pattern Analyst Professional Development Program (BPAPD) is intended to better meet the needs of both the student and the discipline. The BPAPD program incorporates three distinct training courses of one week each. A Level I course introduces the student to bloodstain pattern analysis, with significant concentration on basic pattern recognition and documentation. The Level II course concentrates on proper application of scientific method, experimental design and clothing examinations. Between the Level II and Level III course the student participates in a mentorship program. The mentoring program includes requirements for both case analysis and research design/completion. The Level III course includes a pre-course case analysis and then on-site course concentration on experimental design, and court room presentations.
Here are a few comments from the analysts who participated in this BPA II course:
Would you recommend this course?
This course provides “invaluable insight for bringing meaning to bloody scenes.”
“Hands on learning, very comprehensive, great instructor.”
“Good follow-up to build on concepts from BPA I.”
“The course is helpful and lends explanations of patterns/bloodstains in context to the scene.”
“Great class. I really enjoyed the time and I learned a lot. It also refreshed my BPA knowledge, thanks.”
For more information on this courses and other available courses , please visit our website https://www.bevelgardner.com/training.