Prepare to deliver confident, credible, and persuasive evidence in a courtroom setting. This practical course provides court room familiarisation training on legal procedures, providing evidence, and presenting complex information clearly.
6 CPD points
Certificate issued
Trainer overview
Jill has a 30-year career primarily within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), and brings extensive operational and strategic leadership experience, culminating in leaving as an Inspector.
During Jill’s MPS career, she held roles as a Training Manager for Specialist, Organised & Economic Crime, and a Work-Based Assessor, actively developing new Sergeants and Inspectors.
Why join this course
Giving evidence can be challenging, especially for those who are unfamiliar with court processes.
This course prepares you to present clearly, confidently and professionally in any courtroom environment.
Why this topic is important
Weak evidence delivery can undermine a strong case. Understanding court expectations helps witnesses protect their credibility and support fair outcomes.
How it helps investigations
You’ll learn how to prepare with legal teams, explain your rationale under cross-examination and defend decisions with clear reference to policy, guidance and good practice.
Target audience
Police officers, investigators, regulatory staff, social workers and anyone who may need to give evidence in criminal, civil or family courts.
Learning outcomes
Understand court roles, process and etiquette.
Present clearly under examination and cross-examination.
Defend notes, continuity and decisions using policies and guidance.
Prepare effectively with prosecutors/solicitors.