Types of Training and Current Training Dates
The Northwest Forensic Institute provides training for:
- New applicants for certification,
- Currently certified evaluators and
- Forensic Evaluation Service interns.
Currently certified evaluators are welcome to join any training for a refresher at no charge.
Anyone seeking initial Forensic Evaluator certification must complete this training. Approved evaluators will have temporary certification until training is completed.
This training is three full days and an examination is administered at the conclusion.
- Spring 2026: May 19-21
- Fall 2026: October 13-15
This training covers:
- Review of Oregon statutes and case law applicable to competency and criminal responsibility,
- Testing and assessment of competency and criminal responsibility,
- Required contents of a written evaluation report,
- Ethical standards,
- Risk assessment as it relates to the forensic evaluation, and
- Recommending treatment and services.ecommending treatment and services.
This is an optional additional day of training. Juvenile training provides specialized instruction for evaluators who want to perform evaluations on children younger than age 15.
This day is mandatory for those who intend to perform juvenile evaluations. An exam is also held at the conclusion of the juvenile session.
- Spring 2026: May 22
- Fall 2026: October 16
Recertification training is mandatory every two years. This training provides information about relevant changes to law, Oregon Administrative Rules and advanced topics related to forensic evaluations.
In-person trainings will be at the Northwest Forensic Institute's office (520 SW Yamhill Street, Suite 428, Portland).
- Spring 2026: To be determined
- Fall 2026: To be determined
How to Register
Register for your preferred training date on the
Northwest Forensic Institute website. The cost of the training is included in the application fee. Please be sure OHA has received your application materials for certification or recertification, including the $250 nonrefundable application fee, before you register.
Questions?
For questions regarding certification, contact the Forensic Evaluator Certification Program at
Forensic.Certification@odhsoha.oregon.gov.