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Science-based, non-confrontational instruction for IG, audit, HR, and law enforcement professionals.

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With 40+ years of FBI and U.S. Department of Justice interviewing experience, we offer customized, science-based training that helps professionals conduct more effective, non-confrontational interviews across investigations, audits, inspections, evaluations, and HR.

Human Resources Training

We provide training in practical methods to maximize the quality of information obtained during job interviews, promotional interviews and background investigations.
 
 

Investigation Training

We have the capability to provide you customized and specific interview and interrogation training that focuses on the totality of the interview and how to maximize the information obtained and the quality of that information.
 

Audit, Inspection, Evaluations Training

We will custom fit that training to your organization’s perceived shortcomings or to hone those skills already present, but that could produce more complete results
 
 

Leadership and Communications Training

AIA provides training in quality, practical methods to increase and improve communication, and/or institute tenets of good leadership skills
 

Professional Interviewing Excellence for Every Organization​

Whether you lead a Fortune 500 corporation or manage a municipal police department, advanced interviewing techniques are fundamental to your organization’s investigative success. Anderson Investigative Associates (AIA) delivers cutting-edge, science-based training programs meticulously designed to address your specific operational requirements while incorporating proven methodologies that generate measurable results.

Drawing from over four decades of distinguished experience across federal, state, local, and private sector investigations, AIA combines practical expertise with rigorous scientific methodology to produce training solutions uniquely tailored to your organization’s challenges and objectives.

Testimonials

Mark is without question one of the most technically qualified, knowledgeable, and dynamic trainers in the field of interviewing I have ever witnessed.
Tom Caulfield
Tom CaulfieldCOO, Procurement Integrity Consulting Services
Mark has a myriad of law enforcement and public corruption investigation experience accumulated over many years that make him one of the highest rated instructors at the AIG Institutes.
Stephen Street
Stephen StreetLouisiana State Inspector General
Mark Anderson is a vibrant, entertaining, engaging and knowledgeable speaker. I highly recommend Mark for your next training event as a keynote, all-day or just to fill an hour or so. He will not disappoint!
Andrea Valentin
Andrea ValentinVP Prepaid FIU at FSV Payment Systems (US Bank)
Mr. Anderson is uniquely qualified to develop and deliver interviewing and interrogation training to new and experienced criminal investigators, administrative investigators, auditors, inspectors, evaluators and other professionals charged with oversight, investigative, and law enforcement duties.
Robert RayDirector, Inspector General Criminal Investigator Academy
Mark is extremely mission-focused, with excellent customer service skills, and he always displays passion for his work. Mark was a tremendous asset to the IGCIA staff, and it was an extreme pleasure to work with him
Angela HrdlickaIndependent Management, Security and Law Enforcement Consultant; Evernote Certified Consultant
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Anderson Investigative Associates (AIA) is a professional training organization specializing in customized, science-based interview and investigative training for organizations across law enforcement, corporate, audit, human resources, and inspection sectors.

AIA offers training in human resources interviewing, investigative interviewing, audit/inspection/evaluation, leadership and communication, trauma-informed interviewing, cognitive interviewing, evidence collection techniques, and more — all customized to client needs.

Science-based interviewing refers to methodologies rooted in cognitive psychology and behavioral science research that improve information accuracy, reduce investigative bias, and enhance the quality of interviews and investigations.

AIA’s training is designed for professionals in law enforcement, auditing, internal investigations, human resources, corporate security, inspection, evaluation, and other roles where effective information gathering and interviewing are critical.

Yes. AIA specializes in fully customized training solutions tailored to an organization’s specific operational requirements, training gaps, culture, and investigative challenges.

Training can be structured in various formats — from one-day workshops to multi-day immersive courses — and includes interactive exercises, realistic scenarios, and hands-on practice.

Some courses include Cognitive Interviewing, Counter-Interrogation Strategies, Science-Based Rapport Building, Strategic Interview Planning, Evidence Disclosure and Strategic Empathy, and Advanced Trauma-Informed Interviewing.

Science-based approaches improve investigative outcomes by maximizing the reliability and accuracy of information obtained, minimizing bias, and creating defensible methods suitable for legal and professional scrutiny.

Yes. AIA provides training tailored to human resources professionals for employee interviews, misconduct investigations, conflict resolution, and documentation practices that align with legal and organizational standards.

You can contact AIA through their website’s Contact page or by calling their office number provided on the site.