This course is designed to enhance the capabilities of law enforcement officers in safeguarding children from abduction and exploitation. It offers a comprehensive overview of the best practices and methodologies for addressing and investigating incidents involving missing and exploited children.

Participants will gain insights into various crucial aspects such as the history of the child involved, scene assessment, evidence gathering, search procedures, and the utilization of available resources. Additionally, the program delineates the diverse categories of missing and exploited children cases, including familial abductions, non-familial abductions, runaway situations, and child sex trafficking. The curriculum is tailored to instill the requisite knowledge and skills in officers, enabling them to perform effectively and efficiently in roles ranging from first responders to investigators and supervisors.

This introductory course serves as a foundational entry point to the topic, with further specialized and advanced training options available on the sub-topics discussed herein.