Deception Detection in Counter-Terrorism Investigative Interviewing

Investigative questioning in national security and counter-terrorism requires a fundamentally different psychological and tactical approach than routine law enforcement interviews. This text-based course introduces the core principles of forensic deception detection and high-stakes information elicitation. You will explore the differences between standard police interrogations and counter-terrorism contexts, examining the modern behavioral science behind credibility assessment and information gathering. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational concepts and terminology of forensic deception detection - Compare traditional police interrogation models with counter-terrorism interview frameworks - Analyze cognitive load approaches and verbal cues associated with truthful and deceptive statements - Apply the Strategic Use of Evidence (SUE) technique to assess credibility during questioning - Evaluate modern information elicitation methods and ethical non-coercive interview standards - Identify cognitive biases and common pitfalls in assessing suspect credibility The course starts with essential definitions and psychological theory before walking through structured interview strategies and real-world case analysis. Designed for beginners, it requires no prior background in psychology or criminology. Begin reading today to strengthen your understanding of modern investigative interviewing.