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ChildFirst® is an intensive five-day training designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to conduct competent, investigative interviews of child abuse victims using the nationally recognized ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol. This highly interactive course combines lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice.

Participants will:

Learn about child development, memory, suggestibility, and the impact of trauma.
Explore legal issues, preparing children for court, and testifying effectively.
Conduct a 30-minute mock forensic interview, followed by detailed feedback.
Complete nightly homework assignments to reinforce learning.
Take a written exam at the end of the week.
Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Training Options, Dates & Fees

Full Week Course: October 5–9, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $450.00
Attorney-Only Course: October 5–7, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $350.00 (MCLE certificate included)
Protocol Refresher (for previously trained forensic interviewers): October 6, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $100.00

Registration Deadline: September 21, 2026

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel and Riverfront Conference Center, 100 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria, IL 61611. Participants are responsible for their own hotel reservations and lodging costs. A hotel block has been secured at a rate of $110 + tax/fees per night.

Reservation Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/childfirst-fall-training-october-2026/

Group Code: 932

Room Block Closes: September 13, 2026

Important Information: This is a rigorous and intensive training. Full participation is required. Those unable to commit to these requirements should not apply.

Participants must:

Attend all training sessions
Complete homework assignments
Participate in a 30-minute mock forensic interview
Pass the final exam

Requirements & Acceptance

All applicants must be endorsed by the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) in their service area.
Please do not register until you have spoken with your affiliated CAC’s Executive Director.
CACI will contact the Executive Director for confirmation before acceptance.
Applicants will be notified of acceptance as soon as possible.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations: Written notice must be emailed to support@cacionline.org at least 14 days prior to the training for a refund (minus a 5% processing fee).
Transfers: Registration may be transferred to another qualified applicant within the same organization.
No Refunds: No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 days prior or for “no-shows.”
Event Cancellation: If CACI cancels the event, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
Refund Deadline: September 21, 2026

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