2025 North Dakota Chapter IAAI Annual Training Conference
Wednesday/Thursday, September 24th-25th
8:00am - 5:00pm:
Fire Death Scene Investigations
Instructor: Ed Nordskog
Retired Arson/Bomb Detective | Nationally Recognized Arson Profiler | Author | Expert Witness
Course Overview:
This immersive two-day training will guide attendees through the full spectrum of fire death investigations, from initial scene response to courtroom testimony. Through actual case studies, participants will learn to distinguish between accidental, suicidal, and homicidal fire deaths with confidence.
Friday, September 26th
8:00am - 12:00pm:
Advanced Fire Scene Case Study
Instructor: Derek Hill
ATF Special Agent | ATF-CFI | IAAI-CFI | NWCG - INVF
Course Overview:
This session will focus on advanced fire scene origin and cause investigation techniques through the lens of a real-world case study. ATF Special Agent Derek Hill will guide attendees through the investigative process, from scene examination and evidence recognition to fire pattern interpretation and final determination. Emphasis will be placed on investigative methodology, interagency coordination, and legal considerations.
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Class Times
- Wednesday, Sept 24th- 08:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Thursday, Sept 25th - 08:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday, Sept 26th - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Annual Meeting
Wednesday, Sept 24th after class - Mandan Police Department
Banquet Thursday Sept 25th Social at 6:00 PM / Dinner at 7:00 PM
- Additional Banquet Ticket(s) $30 Each
HOTEL - Comfort Inn | 1516 27th St NW | Mandan | 701-204-6712
Reservations: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/dt33w6
Room Block name: ND IAAI Convention
Room Block Rate: $107 plus tax
Reservations are the responsibility of the attendee. Must state room block name.
Please request room block for IAAI Conference by August 23rd.
Registration for this event opens on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM.