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*