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 […]

Northwestern University 2026 Kentucky Crash Courses

The Lyndon Police Department will be hosting the 2026 Kentucky Crash Courses with the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety. These courses will train officers in Crash Investigation and Reconstruction. To register for a course, agencies may follow the QR Codes on the attached brochure or go to nucps.northwestern.edu/crashsequence The courses will be held at Lyndon City Hall, 515 Wood Road, Lyndon, KY 40222 Math & Physics REview for Crash Reconstruction Online January 5-9, 2026 Vehicle […]

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 […]

Simunition Scenario Instructor and Safety Certification Course – February 10-11, 2026

Defense Technology Training Academy Crowd Management/Mobile Field Force Instructor & Grenadier for Crowd Management Instructor – March 16-20, 2026

The Elizabethtown Police Department is a host and training site for the upcoming Defense Technology Training Academy Crowd Management/Mobile Field Force Instructor & Grenadier for Crowd Management Instructor classes in Elizabethtown, KY, scheduled for March 16-20, 2026.  Please see the attached flyers for more information. All students can register by visiting the websites listed below and clicking on the appropriate link: If students already have a PoliceOne profile, click here to register:  https://olt.defense-technology.policeoneacademy.com/ If you […]

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 January 28-29, 2026 Frankfort, KY KY Transportation Building Register Here February 11-12, 2026 Madisonville, KY Madisonville PD Training Center Register Here February 18-19, 2026 Wilder, KY Wilder Police Department / City Hall Register Here April 28-29, 2026 Pikeville, KY Appalachian Wireless Arena Register Here June […]

Lexington PD Hosting FBI/LEEDA Trilogy Courses – February 23-27, 2026

The Lexington Police Department is again proud to host the FBI/LEEDA Trilogy of Leadership courses. The dates for each course are listed below and course descriptions/registration/location information can be found on the attached flyers. Command Leadership Institute (CLI) – February 23rd-27th, 2026 Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) – April 20th-24th, 2026 Supervisor Leadership Institute (SLI) – January 19th-23rd, 2026

Animal Cruelty and Fighting Investigations – February 11, 2026

This FREE training is open to law enforcement, animal control, humane investigators, code enforcement officers, veterinarians and prosecutors. Topics will include: Considerations for assessing potential violations and different solutions/remedies The link between animal abuse and other violent crimes, including domestic violence Report writing, warrants, recognizing and collecting relevant evidence Interpreting and applying cruelty and fighting laws See the below flyer for more information.

Officer Involved Shooting – Response and Investigation – January 22, 2026

This course is designed to give law enforcement a clear understanding of how to effectively respond to and investigate Officer-Involved Shootings (OIS). These incidents are critical in policing because of their impact on the involved officers, the agency, community trust, and public perception. A thorough investigation ensures accountability, promotes transparency, reduces the risk of civil liability, and provides valuable insight for policy and training improvements. How an OIS is handled often reflects directly on the […]

Response to Child Abductions – March 25, 2026

This course is designed to give law enforcement a clearer understanding of how to respond to child abduction incidents. When a child goes missing, alarm bells ring throughout the community, creating widespread panic and a heightened sense of urgency for law enforcement. Child abductions are often a once-in-a-career event for officers, detectives, and entire agencies. In these situations, collaboration becomes essential—along with a well-managed response to media coverage. It is vital for your agency to […]

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 […]

De-Escalation Training

Transylvania University Public Safety will be hosting De-Escalation Training on the following dates: March 11-12, 2026 June 15-16, 2026 July 27-30, 2026 Visit https://www.ndtccentralregion.com/registration to register. See the below flyer for more information. 

Controlled F.O.R.C.E. Level 3 Training – January 19-23, 2026

Controlled F.O.R.C.E. is the developer and sole provider of the M.A.C.H. ™ Training System, which is an established national standard of subject control and defensive tactics training that has been adopted into Law Enforcement and the Department of Defense Doctrine. The M.A.C.H. ™ Training System has been designed as a program that deals with non- compliant, surprise attackers, and extremely aggressive/combative subjects, and delivered in a simplistic and unique manner.

Gathering Evidence from Today’s Communication Technologies – March 18, 2026

Gathering Evidence from Today’s Communication Technologies class will be held virtually on March 18, 2026. The class is FREE to attend. In order to register/attend please use the QR code on the attached flyer or by using the link below. All law enforcement and non-sworn personnel that have an investigative role are eligible to become clients of the NDCAC. Registration does not guarantee enrollment. Space is limited but we will create a wait list if […]

Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Class – October 12th-22nd, 2026

Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference

The Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference will be held May 5-7, 2026. For more information, visit https://gatlinburglec.com/