Solving homicide and violent crime together.

Unlike traditional courses, our courses encourage attendees to interact with the instructor to gain a greater understanding of the concepts. All courses utilize case studies to better understand the techniques. This hands-on approach helps investigators to leave with the knowledge, confidence and tactics required to solve challenging cases more effectively.

Training Courses

Homicide and Violent Crime Investigation

Child Abuse Investigations

Interview and Interrogation

Non-Traffic Death/ Equivocal Investigation

Sexual Assault Investigations
Investigating Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment in Confinement Settings

Justice, Technology, & DNA: The Power of Investigative Genetic Genealogy

Course Testimonials

"The Utah Department of Public Safety’s collaboration with Sherry Black Foundation is a valuable resource that has brought a unique training opportunity to law enforcement professionals in Utah. Thank you to Heidi and Greg Miller for their partnership in providing high quality training for criminal justice professionals."

Retired Commissioner Keith D. Squires, Utah Department of Public Safety

"Working with key stakeholders to draft the Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) law passed during Utah's 2023 legislative session was one of the best collaborative efforts I have been part of in my experience at the Utah Bureau of Forensic Services. Representatives from all different points of view worked together to create a law that implements IGG best practices while protecting public privacy rights. I believe that this law and these efforts will have a positive impact on public safety."

Amy Lightfoot - Laboratory Director, Bureau of Forensic Services, Utah Department of Public Safety

"The training that is provided to us makes our members more efficient in conducting their duties and when presented with a difficult case the training helps us make the right determinations, hence holding the offender accountable."

Chris Marsh - Illinois Coroners and Medical Examiners Association

"The DPS collaboration with the Sherry Black Foundation is as strong as ever. Together we craft legislation, create unique training opportunities for law enforcement professionals, and promote cutting edge technology in DNA testing to solve cases. "

Jimmy Higgs Deputy Commissioner Utah DPS