REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 2nd, 2026
2026 Iowa IAI Basic Crime Scene School
September 14th-18th, 2026
Ankeny Police Department (411 SW Ordnance Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023)
Cost: $375.00 per student
Class Limit: 24
Contact person: Abigail Sutton (abigail.sutton@hhs.iowa.gov)
Please note that this class is in-person and is not virtually offered. Preferred registration will be given to those who are currently employed by a law enforcement agency or crime laboratory.
This five day course will cover the following topics:
- Basic Crime Scene Photography
- Night Scene / Long Exposure Photography
- Evidence Collection and Preservation
- Crime Scene Documentation / Diagramming
- Fingerprint Processing, Documentation and Collection
- Tire Track and Footwear Impression Documentation and Collection
- Known Exemplar Collection
- Toolmarks and Firearm Evidence Documentation and Collection
- DNA Evidence Collection
- Mock Scene Practical Exercises
Required Equipment Includes:
- DSLR Camera
- Standard lens
- Macro Lens
- Tripod & Adapter
- Remote Shutter
- External Flash and Flash Cord
- Flashlight
- Camera Accessories (batteries, chargers, extra memory cards)
- Laptop with SD Card Reader *not required, but strongly recommended*
