Training Opportunities

Julie Parker Communications Training Options for Public Safety

Public Information Officer Fundamentals for Public Safety: Designed for public information officers and leaders who oversee public messaging but are looking to build a guiding strategy, this training blends social strategy, media relations, crisis communications, and positive PR. The course is built around our “run it like a newsroom” approach and culminates in a practical exercise on day two with mock news conferences. Crisis Communications: This course is designed to prepare public safety leaders and […]

Elder Justice Roll Call Videos – Identifying and Responding to Elder Abuse: An Officer’s Role

Identifying and Responding to Elder Abuse: An Officer’s Role training video series, developed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), with support provided by the Elder Justice Initiative, was designed for patrol officers to quickly recognize and respond to various types of elder abuse. The roll call videos can be played through the internet or downloaded to your own equipment. Each video is less than 10 minutes to allow for elder abuse training […]

2025-2026 Law Enforcement Officers in Work Zones

As many of you may have heard the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has developed a course for all law enforcement officers who provide “traffic control” in a work zone to take.  This includes all police, sheriff, and Kentucky State Police.  Effective January 1, 2026, all law enforcement officers assigned to project sites in KYTC work zones are required to complete certification before working in a work zone.   That is why this is being put out now […]

2026 ARIDE/DRE Class Schedule

KACP/KOHS 2026 ARIDE Schedule To register for an ARIDE class just click on the “Register Here” link and it will take you to the registration. Dates City Location Registration Link November 18-19, 2026 Burlington, KY Boone County Sheriff’s Training Room Register Here December 9-10, 2026 Elizabethtown, KY Elizabethtown Police Department Register Here You can also click on the link below which will take you to the NKPSTC Calendar and find classes that way. There will […]

Support That Saves: A Guide to Building and Sustaining Peer Support

Education is the first step in building an effective peer support program. Support That Saves: A Guide to Building and Sustaining Peer Support is a three-day training opportunity that covers all elements of building and maintaining an effective peer support program. Peer support programs provide many benefits to first responders, including acknowledging the difficulties of response work, strengthening teams, and equipping them to cope effectively. Delivered as part of TEEX’s Wellness and Resiliency Program for […]

Accreditation Manager Training Course – November 12, 2026

This one-day course prepares K.A.C.P. law enforcement Accreditation Managers to manage the accreditation process with confidence. Participants will learn to interpret standards, document compliance, work with program manuals, and support their agencies in implementing newly adopted standards. By the end of the course, participants should be able to: Interpret accreditation standards Draft directives that meet compliance requirements Identify and present proof of compliance Demonstrate working knowledge of the standards and the process and programs manuals […]

Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Class – 2027 Classes Now Enrolling

Kentucky Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Program Now KLEC Certified — 60 Hours Currently Accepting Applications for 2027 2027 Class Schedule January 11–21, 2027 May 17–27, 2027 October 18–28, 2027 Questions? Contact Program Coordinator Bryan Carter Email: bryan.carter@ky.gov Cell: (859) 835-4775 Open the application folder for Application, Model Policy, and Program Standards

Law Enforcement – Train-the-Trainer – December 9, 2026

Law Enforcement Train-the-Trainer Nicholasville, KY Hosted by the Nicholasville Police Department Byrna’s Law Enforcement & Private Security Train-the-Trainer course is an 8-hour POST-certified program designed to certify instructors in the proper deployment and instruction of Byrna’s .68 caliber launcher systems. The course emphasizes use-of-force principles, relevant case law, policy considerations, and liability issues associated with less-lethal force options, ensuring instructors are well-versed in both legal and operational considerations. Participants will receive hands-on familiarization with the […]

D.A.R.E Officer Training 78 – October 26 – November 6, 2026

Kentucky D.A.R.E.® Officer Training 78 $700 registration  |  October 26 – November 6, 2026 KSP Trooper Island Dale Hollow Lake Burkesville, KY Meals and lodging provided. Click here to register Contact Caleb Brill at 859-553-4080 / cbrill@lexingtonpolice.ky.gov with questions.

Force Science Class – November 10-11, 2026

The Lyndon Police Department will host a Force Science class on November 10th and 11th, 2026.  Please see the attached flyer for more information. 

KSP Forensic Lab Free Training – October 29, 2026