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Basic Special Victims Investigator (BSVI)

Description

Identifies personnel qualified as a Basic Special Victims Investigator. Personnel with the Basic Special Victims Investigator ASI are qualified to successfully investigate sexual assaults and be certified as a member of the Special Victim Capabilities Team, as required by Section 573 of the Fiscal Year 2013 National Defense Authorization Act.

Core Skills

  • criminal investigation techniques
  • digital and physical evidence handling
  • interview and interrogation skills
  • case management and documentation
  • report writing and legal documentation
  • victim and witness coordination
  • coordination with legal and law enforcement entities
  • confidential information handling
  • ethics and professional conduct
  • team collaboration in multidisciplinary investigations

Common Certifications

  • Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI)
  • Professional Certified Investigator (PCI, ASIS)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified Criminal Justice Specialist (CCJS)
  • Paralegal Certification

Civilian Career Paths

  • LAW ENFORCEMENT
  • LEGAL SERVICES
  • ADMINISTRATION

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Data sourced from official Army publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.