Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Training in Jersey Village

Join this upcoming 40-hour bloodstain pattern analysis training in Jersey Village, hosted by the Jersey Village Police Department. This IAI-approved course is designed for personnel investigating violent and bloody crime scenes and covers bloodstain patterns, blood spatter interpretation, event reconstruction, and sequence interpretation through lecture and hands-on practical exercises.

15 practical exercises and related subtests using animal blood
300-page manual provided to each attendee
40 credits toward IAI Crime Scene Certification and Recertification
40 credits toward IAI Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Certification and Recertification

Course details:

Dates: August 3–7, 2026
Location: Jersey Village Police Department – 16401 Lakeview Dr, Jersey Village, TX 77040
Tuition: $750
Duration: 40 hours
Instructor: John Calvin Gaziano, MFS, MS – Retired Police Sergeant
IAI Credits: 40 IAI BPA | 40 IAI Crime Scene
TCOLE Credit: 40 Hours

Topics included in the bloodstain pattern analysis course

Introduction to Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Biology and Characteristics of Blood
Characteristics of Blood Droplets on Impact
Limitations of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Bloodstain Patterns and Blood Spatter
Bloodborne Pathogens
Physics Relating to Bloodstain Pattern Analysis

Area of Convergence and Origin
Bloodstain Pattern Associated Evidence
Bloodstain Pattern Documentation
Courtroom Testimony
Chemical Tools
Fifteen (15) Hands-On Exercises and Subsets

Instruction by John Calvin Gaziano

Instruction by John Calvin Gaziano, a retired police sergeant with 32 years of law enforcement experience and 24 years in crime scene investigation. While serving with the Fremont Police Department, he was an IAI-certified bloodstain pattern analyst and senior crime scene analyst. He has also been qualified as an expert in court in bloodstain pattern analysis.

Training location

Jersey Village Police Department, 16401 Lakeview Drive, Jersey Village, TX 77040

What students and professionals say

Feedback from law enforcement personnel and forensic professionals reflects the practical, methodical approach used throughout Pinnacle Forensics training, case review, and consulting.

Very knowledgeable instructor who breaks down difficult concepts into easy-to-remember concepts with insightful hands-on practicals.

Paul Richards

Fremont Police Department

John gave great lectures and included a lot of hands-on exercises. As someone new to this field, I feel confident enough to go and take photos at any scene.

Crystal Carbajal

Rockport Police Department

The instructor is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in trying to help others succeed. I would highly recommend this training to anyone working in crime scene investigation.