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Online: Adult Mental Health First Aid
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that combines self-paced student pre-work with an instructor-led portion.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This 8-hour course is a skills-based course designed to educate attendees about how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults ages 18 and over. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches attendees to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge. Topics covered in this course include but are not limited to: Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, how to connect a person with help, as well as expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions and activities. This version of Adult Mental Health First Aid is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202539404/18/20254/14/2025Members: $25.00
Non-Mem: $25.00
OnlineBregel, Michelle
This is a one-day virtual class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, allows the NTOA to provide scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course at a discounted rate, regardless of membership status.
Advanced Crisis Negotiations
3
DAYS
This course is intended for law enforcement personnel who have prior training and experience in crisis negotiations. It is recommended that students have attended Basic Crisis Negotiations prior to attending this class. This course will include a review of critical basic course concepts and build upon them to provide officers with the best practices in the field of negotiations. The student will learn negotiation strategies from actual incident debrief/case studies, class discussions, and practical exercises/scenarios.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202505504/7/20253/7/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Breezy Point, MNTorres, Victor
202432204/30/20253/30/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Steamboat Springs, COCaudill, Jeffrey
202531407/7/20256/6/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Paragould, ARTorres, Victor
202527007/15/20256/14/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Vero Beach, FLHays, Rusty l.
202538908/4/20257/4/2025Members: $330.00
Non-Mem: $385.00
Andover, MNPierpoint, Brandon
202517209/29/20258/29/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Wayne, NJDoering, Patrick
Advanced Response Police Officer
5
DAYS
The Advanced Response Police Officer Course is designed to provide the police officer with enhanced training, skills, and techniques to survive ambush and unexpected threat situations. Focusing on practical application of skills learned, this course is conducted primarily in the field or on the range. It is designed for any police officer wanting to enhance their survivability in any environment. Topics include the use of various pieces of equipment, tactical movement, critical interventions and tactical emergency casualty care, live fire drills, scenario based decision-making, rescues, and counter-ambush tactics.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202529407/7/20256/6/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Troutville, VALong, Jason
Online: Agency Response To Critical Incidents
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is live instructor-led.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This 4-hour course is designed to educate police personnel on the critical and necessary steps needed to appropriately respond to a critical incident to support officer mental health and well-being. Unique perspectives from the instructors are provided as a teaching tool, to demonstrate the critical importance of an appropriate response by leaders in the law enforcement organization to promote mental health for all affected by traumatic experiences. Topics covered in this course include but are not limited to: PTS/PTSD, cognitive processing vs. cognitive breaks, human response to trauma, leadership response, critical incident policies, suicide prevention strategies, and more.

NOTE: This version of Agency Response to Critical Incidents: "A Change in Culture" is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202539809/5/20258/29/2025Members: $0.00
Non-Mem: $0.00
OnlineDubois, Wayne
This is a 4-hour virtual course held from from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, allows the NTOA to provide scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course at a discounted rate, regardless of membership status.
Ballistic Shield
2
DAYS
This course is designed to teach the student various methods of ballistic shield use during tactical clearing. This includes firearms drills with the shield, the use of one and two officer shield teams, and the use and construction of a tactical mirror.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202509006/16/20255/16/2025Members: $406.00
Non-Mem: $461.00
Lakewood, WAOgden, Derek
202524509/15/20258/18/2025Members: $406.00
Non-Mem: $461.00
Douglasville, GAShumate, Jake
2025418010/13/20259/13/2025Members: $418.00
Non-Mem: $473.00
Sevierville, TNShumate, Jake
202601101/12/202612/12/2025Members: $418.00
Non-Mem: $473.00
Lakewood, WAOgden, Derek
Online: Basic Crisis Negotiations
5
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led over 5 days.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom and covers the same material as the residency version. This is a basic level course designed for law enforcement and corrections personnel, mental health professionals, supervisors / team leaders and commanders who are assigned to, work with, or oversee the functions of a crisis/hostage negotiations team. This course is also appropriate for law enforcement and corrections personnel who aspire to join a crisis/hostage negotiations team. This curriculum is designed to meet the standards set forth by the National Council of Negotiations Associations for a basic course of study for police crisis/hostage negotiators. Although it is a “basic” course, it represents a robust and comprehensive view of the most likely negotiation problems and best techniques to resolve them peacefully. It is suitable for experienced negotiators desiring a refresher course.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions and produce written documents to enhance team preparedness. This version of Basic Crisis Negotiations is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202526704/22/20254/15/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
OnlineDoering, Patrick
NOTE: This multi-day course will take place on the following days: April 22, 23, 24, 29 & 30 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
Basic Crisis Negotiations
5
DAYS
This is a basic level course designed for law enforcement and corrections personnel, mental health professionals, supervisors / team leaders and commanders who are assigned to, work with, or oversee the functions of a crisis / hostage negotiations team. This course is also appropriate for law enforcement and corrections personnel who aspire to join a crisis / hostage negotiations team. This curriculum is designed to meet the standards set forth by the National Council of Negotiations Associations for a basic course of study for police crisis / hostage negotiators. Although it is a "basic" course, it represents a robust and comprehensive view of the most likely negotiation problems and best techniques to resolve them peacefully. It is suitable for experienced negotiators desiring a refresher course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202518803/31/20253/27/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Grand Junction, COCaudill, Jeffrey1
SEATS LEFT
202518905/12/20254/11/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Oshkosh, WITorres, Victor
202517306/9/20255/9/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Wayne, NJDoering, Patrick
202537007/7/20256/6/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Westerly, RICaudill, Jeffrey
202532308/4/20257/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Hot Springs, ARCaudill, Jeffrey
202525308/11/20257/11/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Windsor, COCaudill, Jeffrey
Basic SWAT
5
DAYS
Individuals who have recently been assigned to SWAT and have not received basic SWAT training will benefit from this comprehensive introduction to tactical skills. Students will be introduced to basic SWAT topics, tactics and techniques including a historical overview of SWAT, team organization and structure, resolution of barricaded suspect situations, covert individual and team movement, searches and room clearing, chemical agents, less-lethal options, warrant service and multiple field training exercises. This is a hands-on, high-intensity course in which students practice tactics and techniques in the field.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202525804/14/20253/14/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Salisbury , MDMorris, Robert
202516304/21/20253/17/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Sugar City, IDGarcia, Gregory
202513604/7/20253/31/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Rocky Mount, VALong, Jason
202511205/5/20254/4/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Brewer, MEMorris, Robert
202530806/2/20255/2/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Jefferson City, TNMorris, Robert4
SEATS LEFT
202519506/16/20255/16/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Independence, MOCortina, Benny
202533607/14/20256/13/2025Members: $802.00
Non-Mem: $857.00
Pittsford, VTMaldonado, Erick
202538707/21/20256/20/2025Members: $802.00
Non-Mem: $857.00
Waterloo, IAMorris, Robert
202515908/4/20257/4/2025Members: $779.00
Non-Mem: $834.00
Berwick, PAYosi, Ron
2025416011/17/202510/17/2025Members: $802.00
Non-Mem: $857.00
Dothan, ALMurphy, Dan
Online: Crisis Negotiations Skills for First Responders
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led. THIS COURSE IS NOT INTENDED FOR CRISIS NEGOTIATORS.

This course is designed to provide first responders (patrol/detective), dispatchers, supervisors, and fire/EMS personnel involved in responding to crisis and barricaded subject calls with skills to effectively communicate and de-escalate the situation. This course will provide the student with a basic understanding of scene response, communication methods, de-escalation skills, intelligence gathering, roles and responsibilities during crisis negotiations, incident assessments, and incident debriefs.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of Crisis Negotiations for First Responders is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202520904/16/20254/9/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
OnlineDoering, Patrick
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
202535908/5/20257/29/2025Members: $100.00
Non-Mem: $100.00
OnlineDoering, Patrick
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, allows the NTOA to provide scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course at a discounted rate, regardless of membership status.
High-Risk Warrant Service
3
DAYS
This comprehensive course will train SWAT personnel in the elements of a high-risk warrant service. Concepts involving warrant planning; intelligence gathering; target site scouting; uses of diversion and breaching; and methods of executing the warrant inclusive of breach and hold, limited penetration, and contain and call out will be taught in this hands-on, challenging course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202516606/16/20255/19/2025Members: $554.00
Non-Mem: $609.00
Bangor, MELong, Jason
202526007/14/20256/16/2025Members: $554.00
Non-Mem: $609.00
Cranston , RIYelton, Bill
Online: Law Enforcement Response and Interaction with the Developmentally Disabled Community
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is live instructor-led.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This 8-hour course is designed to educate police personnel on the legalities and challenges faced when responding to calls from developmentally disabled individuals. Attendees will learn to identify, understand, and respond to developmentally disabled persons in crisis. The course will cover autism and the autism spectrum, individuals who are deaf or hearing impaired, persons with Down syndrome, social and cognitive challenges, and behavioral differences. Additionally, officer response behaviors, de-escalation techniques and training aids will be discussed.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions and activities. This version of Law Enforcement Response and Interaction with the Developmentally Disabled Community is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
There are currently no scheduled sessions for this course.
Law Enforcement Response to Suicidal Subjects: Legal Realities and Options
1
DAYS
This 1-day course is designed to educate police personnel on the legalities and challenges faced when responding to suicidal subjects. Unique perspectives are provided to provoke discussion within agencies to truly understand the relevant Constitutional requirements. Case law examples are provided as talking points to guide policy and response decision-making. In addition, model programs from throughout the United States are presented as potential options for agencies to consider.


COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202531604/1/20253/20/2025Members: $0.00
Non-Mem: $0.00
Oklahoma City, OKPearson, David
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Office allows the NTOA to scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course for free, regardless of membership status.
202531704/3/20253/20/2025Members: $0.00
Non-Mem: $0.00
Oklahoma City, OKPearson, David
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice COPS Office allows the NTOA to scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course for free, regardless of membership status.
202528005/22/20255/7/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Nashville, TNKester, Don
Online: Law Enforcement Response to Suicidal Subjects: Legal Realities and Options
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This 1-day course is designed to educate police personnel on the legalities and challenges faced when responding to suicidal subjects. Unique perspectives are provided in order to provoke discussion within agencies to have a true understanding of the relevant Constitutional requirements. Case law examples are provided as talking points to assist in guiding policy and response decision-making. In addition, model programs from throughout the United States are presented as potential options for agencies to consider.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of Law Enforcement Response to Suicidal Subjects: Legal Realities and Options is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202535605/13/20255/6/2025Members: $100.00
Non-Mem: $100.00
OnlinePearson, David
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, allows the NTOA to provide scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course at a discounted rate, regardless of membership status.
202536207/9/20257/2/2025Members: $189.00
Non-Mem: $244.00
OnlinePearson, David
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
Less Lethal, FSDD, Chemical Agent Instructor Certification
5
DAYS
THIS INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION EXPIRES FOUR YEARS AFTER COMPLETION OF THE CERTIFICATION COURSE.

The Less Lethal Impact Projectiles Instructor Course is a train the trainer course designed to familiarize attendees with less lethal weapons, impact munitions and deployment tactics. Topics to be covered include instructor development techniques, less lethal force philosophy, case law, policy issues, technology overview, deployment tactics, product demonstrations, and less lethal practical scenarios.

The Flash Sound Diversionary Device Instructor Course is a train the trainer course designed to familiarize attendees with flash sound diversionary devices (FSDD). Topics to be covered include history of diversionary devices, definitions, and nomenclature, legal aspects of diversionary devices, policy issues, preparation and deployment of diversionary devices, and practical application.

The Chemical Agent Instructor Course is a train the trainer course designed to familiarize attendees with chemical munitions. Topics to be covered include history, products and characteristics, delivery systems, hazards, decontamination, gas masks, and general tactics as they relate to the use of chemical agents.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202530206/2/20254/2/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Moscow, IDMartinez, Mark
202503906/2/20254/2/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Winslow Township, NJSorensen, Robert6
SEATS LEFT
202509706/9/20254/9/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Cranston , RISorensen, Robert
202534306/16/20254/16/2025Members: $938.00
Non-Mem: $993.00
Geneva, FLMartinez, Mark
202530106/23/20254/23/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Shawnee, OKSorensen, Robert
202503704/28/20254/24/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Janesville, WIPearson, David
202513305/19/20255/15/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Bozeman, MTPearson, David
202507908/11/20256/11/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
O Fallon, MOMartinez, Mark
202524209/22/20257/22/2025Members: $938.00
Non-Mem: $993.00
McCellan Park, CAPearson, David
2025121010/6/20258/5/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Richland, WAMcCartney, Michael
2025349010/27/20258/26/2025Members: $938.00
Non-Mem: $993.00
Evansville, INPearson, David
2025214010/27/20258/26/2025Members: $911.00
Non-Mem: $966.00
Austell, GAMartinez, Mark
2025376011/10/20259/10/2025Members: $938.00
Non-Mem: $993.00
Hastings, NESorensen, Robert
Online: Managing Critical Incidents
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led.

This one-day course is designed to provide law enforcement supervisors and command personnel with the information and tools needed to manage a large-scale critical incident. This course will include a NIMS review, but the focus of the course is providing the tools for supervisors and command personnel to succeed when responding to active threats. The roles and responsibilities of the Incident Commander will be discussed and applied through practical group exercises. Command decision-making through a proven system that streamlines the flow of direction and information will be a central focus of this course.



COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202526403/31/20253/24/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
OnlinePergola, Mark
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
202534606/30/20256/23/2025Members: $189.00
Non-Mem: $244.00
OnlinePergola, Mark
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
202534709/8/20259/1/2025Members: $189.00
Non-Mem: $244.00
OnlinePergola, Mark
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
2025348012/15/202512/8/2025Members: $189.00
Non-Mem: $244.00
OnlinePergola, Mark
This is a one-day class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
Managing Critical Incidents
1
DAYS
This one-day course is designed to provide law enforcement supervisors and command personnel with the information and tools needed to manage a large-scale critical incident. This course will include a NIMS review, but the focus of the course is providing the tools for supervisors and command personnel to succeed when responding to active threats. The roles and responsibilities of the Incident Commander will be discussed and applied through practical group exercises. Command decision-making through a proven system that streamlines the flow of direction and information will be a central focus of this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202523104/11/20254/7/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Bentonville, ARThompson, Jon4
SEATS LEFT
202517805/19/20254/18/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Lafayette, INAllen, David
202528805/21/20254/20/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Nashville, TNThompson, Jon
202518706/13/20255/12/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Orono, MEMcDuffie, Ralph
202515709/24/20258/24/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Wayne, NJPergola, Mark
Manual and Shotgun Breaching
2
DAYS
This two-day course will cover the basic concepts associated with forcible entry into a structure, as well as practical and legal considerations. Instruction will include the proper selection and use of breaching tools, including the shotgun.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202523705/6/20254/5/2025Members: $427.00
Non-Mem: $482.00
Waukesha, WIIkemiyashiro, Michael2
SEATS LEFT
Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety
1
DAYS
This 6.5-hour course is a skills-based course designed to educate attendees about how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among first responders. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches attendees to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge. Topics covered in this course include but are not limited to: Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, how to connect a person with the appropriate care, as well as expanded content on trauma, substance use, and self-care.



COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
There are currently no scheduled sessions for this course. If you would like information about hosting a course at your agency please click here
Police Counter Ambush Tactics
2
DAYS
This 2-day course is designed to educate and prepare police officers in the event of an ambush. Officers will be trained in techniques to eliminate or mitigate the threat. Officers will also be trained in the application of tactical emergency medicine through the use of tourniquets, pressure dressings and direct pressure. This is a hands-on, high-intensity course in which students practice tactics and techniques in the field.
There is a 3rd day that is optional and dedicated to firearms and vehicle operations.


COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202511105/19/20254/18/2025Members: $427.00
Non-Mem: $482.00
Brewer, MEPeriatt, Chris
Police Response to Active Shooter Instructor Certification
4
DAYS
Innovative tactics and tried-and-true techniques are the hallmark of this course which is designed for individuals assigned the responsibility to teach police and SWAT personnel in immediate deployment / rapid intervention techniques. This is a train-the-trainer course. Topics to be covered include an historical overview of active shooter situations including school shootings, immediate deployment / rapid intervention tactics, barricade-hostage rescue concepts and instructional techniques. Simunitions weapons will be used in field training exercises.

*** It is highly recommended that students bring a laptop computer to class.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202508804/7/20254/3/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Lakewood, WAWiley, Michael1
SEATS LEFT
202527505/5/20254/4/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Pittsburgh, PAPeriatt, Chris6
SEATS LEFT
202516706/9/20255/9/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Bristol, TNSchaeffer, Rod
202503406/23/20255/26/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Crookston, MNHilliker, Pat
202511007/14/20256/13/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Brewer, MEPeriatt, Chris
202532807/21/20256/20/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Stony Brook, NYHilliker, Pat
202503107/28/20256/27/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Ontario , OHEmbry, Alex
202514808/11/20257/11/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Bear Creek Township, PAWiley, Michael
Public Order Basic Command Certification
5
DAYS
This course is designed for law enforcement personnel responsible for the direct management or supervision of Public Order personnel during field operations. This course will expose law enforcement Public Order supervisors to contemporary public order issues, tactics, and procedures. Topics will include leadership, professionalism, risk mitigation, de-escalation tactics, decision-making, policy, crowd management theories, planning, legal issues, personal protective equipment, operational considerations, and use of force.

NOTE: Students will participate in group and functional exercises. Students must bring a computer, an example of an agency operational plan, and relevant agency policies. Students are required to pass a final course exam (taken online) to pass the course successfully.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202509505/19/20254/18/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Georgetown, TXFomby, Spencer
202503506/2/20255/2/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Chesterfield, VADavidov, Peter
202521306/9/20255/9/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Lee's Summit, MOLee, Ryan
202536506/23/20255/23/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Aurora, COFomby, Spencer
202529507/21/20256/20/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Fargo, NDDavidov, Peter
202535709/1/20258/1/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
McKinney, TXRaganella, Anthony
202527309/8/20258/8/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Upper Marlboro, MDDavidov, Peter
202537909/15/20258/15/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Conshohocken, PADavidov, Peter
202540409/22/20258/22/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Surprise, AZHanson, Alan
2025368011/3/202510/3/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Palmetto, FLVega, Jose
Rescue Task Force Instructor Certification
3
DAYS
This course is designed to teach students the four main methods of warm zone care during active violence incidents. Driving tactics as well as a reasonable expectation for success during active violence incidents will be discussed. This course will expose law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel, as well as other public safety partners to operating in a warm zone environment to provide point of wounding care to patients. Tactical Emergency Casualty Care lessons will be provided so that all participants can provide appropriate point of wounding care. Discussions will include command and control considerations, including the establishment of unified command, common operating language, and essential on scene functions that must be performed for the incident to be successful. This course will provide the student with ongoing training ideas for their department as well as identify some common barriers that must be overcome.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202508306/9/20255/9/2025Members: $738.00
Non-Mem: $793.00
Clermont, FLFishel, Chris
202522806/23/20255/23/2025Members: $738.00
Non-Mem: $793.00
Billings, MTAnderson, Edward
202524708/4/20257/4/2025Members: $738.00
Non-Mem: $793.00
Tooele, UTEtzin, James
202536309/17/20258/17/2025Members: $760.00
Non-Mem: $815.00
Waretown, NJEtzin, James
Resolution of Barricaded Suspect
3
DAYS
This course will focus on procedures and tactics suitable to the resolution of an armed and barricaded suspect(s) situation. Upon successful completion of this course, the students will understand basic guidelines for resolution of barricaded incidents, the force options and its applications, the proper deployment of arrest team, entry personnel, precision rifle groups and containment personnel. Additional topics such as criteria for deployment, legal ramifications and use of diversionary, chemical and less-lethal devices will also be discussed. Designed for tactical operators, this course will challenge students to learn and apply advanced tactical concepts.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202500705/26/20254/25/2025Members: $554.00
Non-Mem: $609.00
Richmond, INOgden, Derek
202509806/9/20255/9/2025Members: $554.00
Non-Mem: $609.00
Cranston, RIOgden, Derek
202521608/18/20258/4/2025Members: $554.00
Non-Mem: $609.00
Cumberland, MDYelton, Bill
202536909/22/20258/22/2025Members: $571.00
Non-Mem: $626.00
Winnemucca, NVKing, Brian
Scenario Based Tactical Operations
4
DAYS
This course is intended for SWAT team members who have prior training and experience in the barricade, warrant service and hostage rescue disciplines. It is recommended that students have attended Basic SWAT or SWAT I, and SWAT II (or equivalent) prior to attending this class.
Officers attending the course will be evaluated on their prior experience and training and will be tasked with various tactical scenarios dealing with barricade, warrant service, and hostage rescue incidents.
This will be an intensive scenario only based course, which will have no formal instruction prior to each training scenario and will require students to perform utilizing their prior experience. Throughout the course, students will be provided feedback and critiques on their performance.
Scenarios will include environments conducive to actual real-time operations, to include low-light and night-time operations.

THIS COURSE WILL END AT 2400 HOURS ON THE LAST DAY OF CLASS. STUDENTS SHOULD PLAN ACCORDINGLY.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202513504/7/20254/3/2025Members: $712.00
Non-Mem: $767.00
Jessup, PACortina, Benny
School and Workplace Violence: Preparation and Response
2
DAYS
This is a special course for law enforcement, school, and business professionals dealing with selected issues in preparing for and responding to incidents of mass violence. All participants will begin classroom instruction together; the law enforcement attendees and the school / business attendees will then separate for continued instruction along tracks suited to the roles of each group. All participants will reunite for the practical application to allow for integration of their respective roles during field exercises. Utilizing both lecture and facilitated learning techniques, the following topics will be among those covered: threat analysis, the application of physical security systems and procedures to incidents of mass violence, emergency plan development and assessment, and law enforcement response issues. It is expected that participants are familiar with basic concepts in these areas. Special emphasis will be given to lessons learned from past incidents.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202510908/18/20257/18/2025Members: $248.00
Non-Mem: $303.00
Brewer, MEFrancis, Richard
Shotgun Breaching Techniques
1
DAYS
This course is designed for those personnel who have the responsibility to perform shotgun breaching, using frangible / disintegrating projectiles, in support of police tactical operations. Classroom instruction and live fire practical application of learned skills will be conducted.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
There are currently no scheduled sessions for this course. If you would like information about hosting a course at your agency please click here
Single Officer Assailant Response (SOAR)
3
DAYS
This course prepares the individual officer with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed when responding to a critical incident involving active killing, in the single officer capacity. Our program focuses on enlightened conservation of the single officer response. We emphasize problem solving while utilizing fundamental tactics and techniques that are simple, effective and repeatable. These tactics and techniques have been gained and validated through real world experiences. Topics include judgement enhanced training, critical skills marksmanship and entry techniques for the single officer assailant response. The officer will complete multiple fast-paced field training exercises that will improve and enhance the officer's problem-solving ability in the single officer response.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202504606/9/20255/9/2025Members: $646.00
Non-Mem: $701.00
New Hampton, IAStrickland, David
202516509/22/20258/22/2025Members: $646.00
Non-Mem: $701.00
Lebanon, PAPeriatt, Chris
202600902/9/20261/9/2026Members: $665.00
Non-Mem: $720.00
Lakewood, WAPeriatt, Chris
Sniper I
5
DAYS
This course is designed to expose tactical personnel to the proper deployment and techniques for a long rifle position. Topics to be covered include weapons selection and maintenance, rapid deployment issues, use-of-force issues and coordinated fire techniques. This course of instruction will stress the fundamentals of marksmanship and precision shooting. Practical range training will include shooting at moving targets, range estimation, and various courses of fire.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202504005/12/20255/8/2025Members: $958.00
Non-Mem: $1,013.00
Winslow Township, NJFishel, Chris
Strengthening Leadership, Resilience, and Wellness
2
DAYS
This workshop introduces "MAGNUS OVEA" as a strategic framework tailored for first responders to thrive in high-pressure and volatile environments. Drawing from Colonel Boyd's OODA Loop, Albert Bandura's Theory of Social Cognition, tested and validated with the US Joint Special Operations Command, the workshop introduces Dr. Mitch Javidi’s MAGNUS OVEA, a General Theory of Human Performance. It equips participants with a comprehensive arsenal of Situational, Cognitive, and Emotional dominance tools. These tools are designed to neurobiologically activate peak performance and deep emotional intelligence, fostering resilience and wellness essential for success in challenging operations. This course is necessary for all personnel across law enforcement, including SWAT, special operations, corrections, and patrol, catering to individuals at every rank. It leads attendees on a Great to Magnus journey to inspire, educate, impact, and transcend, personally and professionally.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202522105/5/20254/28/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Nashua, NH
202530706/16/20255/16/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Daytona Beach, FLGarcia, Mark
202524807/14/20256/14/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Madison, WIGarcia, Mark
202518309/16/20258/16/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Henrico, VA
2025272010/13/20259/12/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Spokane, WAGarcia, Mark
2025065011/18/202510/18/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Ontario, OH
2025351012/1/202510/31/2025Members: $380.00
Non-Mem: $435.00
Lynchburg, VAGarcia, Mark
Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents
2
DAYS
***This class is not intended for SWAT Officers, as it is designed primarily for patrol officers with no SWAT experience***.

This course is designed to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to manage a critical incident prior to the arrival of SWAT. Understanding the methodology used in managing a dynamic tactical problem, incident command system fundamentals, and the 4 primary types of critical incidents involving an adversary will give the patrol supervisor the tools needed to succeed during these events.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202502404/7/20253/31/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Everett, WAKrygier, Robert3
SEATS LEFT
202508704/9/20254/3/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Lake St. Louis, MOPatterson, Josh
202519205/6/20254/5/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Lafayette, LARogers, Buck
202505804/14/20254/10/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Chambersburg, PAPatterson, Josh3
SEATS LEFT
202514305/12/20254/11/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
West Monroe, LAKrygier, Bob
202528605/19/20254/18/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Nashville, TNRogers, Buck
202517705/20/20254/19/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Lafayette, INAllen, David
202509105/22/20254/21/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Lakewood, WAPatterson, Josh
202507505/5/20254/28/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Hendersonville, TNPatterson, Josh
202525705/13/20255/5/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Sioux Falls, SDRogers, Buck
202524906/16/20255/10/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Freehold, NJPatterson, Josh
202502306/23/20255/23/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Burnet, TXAgnew, Jon
202530306/23/20255/23/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Cary, ILEmbry, Alex
202506206/26/20255/26/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Berwick, PAAllen, David
202533507/2/20256/1/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Clackamas, ORMaldonado, Erick
202538108/4/20257/4/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Bow, NHMaldonado, Erick
202521708/11/20257/11/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
West Fargo, NDSmith, Graham
202532508/18/20257/18/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
New Castle, PAKrygier, Bob
202513008/19/20257/19/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Titusville, FLPergola, Mark
202511808/25/20257/25/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Grand Junction, COPatterson, Josh
202533309/8/20258/8/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Tucson, AZEmbry, Alex
202508009/10/20258/10/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Bloomington, INFoos, Mark
202515209/22/20258/22/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Wayne, NJPergola, Mark
202522309/22/20258/22/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Eau Claire, WIKrygier, Bob
2025297010/6/20259/5/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Savage, MNPatterson, Josh
2025268010/13/20259/12/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Huntsville, ALAllen, David
2025181011/3/202510/3/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Bristol, TNFoos, Mark
2025334011/3/202510/3/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Dallas, NCEmbry, Alex
2025234011/5/202510/5/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Crown Point, INKrygier, Bob
2025236011/20/202510/20/2025Members: $256.00
Non-Mem: $311.00
Clermont, FLPergola, Mark
2025375012/10/202511/9/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Waukee, IAFoos, Mark
2025372012/11/202511/10/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
South Jordan, UTKrygier, Robert
202601006/8/20265/8/2026Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
Lakewood, WAThompson, Jon
Online: Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents
2
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led over 2 days.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom and covers the same material as the residency version. ***This class is not intended for SWAT Officers, as it is designed primarily for patrol officers with no SWAT experience.***

This course is designed to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to manage a critical incident prior to the arrival of SWAT. Understanding the methodology used in managing a dynamic tactical problem, and the 4 primary types of critical incidents involving an adversary will give the patrol supervisor the tools needed to succeed during these events.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202541005/28/20254/27/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
OnlineKrygier, Robert
202540807/10/20256/9/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
OnlineJahnke, Jason
2025409010/1/20258/31/2025Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
OnlineAllen, David
Online: Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents Workshop Series: Methodologies to Make Better Decisions During Critical Incidents
1
DAYS
NOTE: This workshop is not intended for tactical officers; the focus of this workshop is for patrol officers and supervisors.
The NTOA is excited to announce this day-long virtual workshop for senior patrol personnel and supervisors. This workshop will provide attendees with information and tools to help manage a patrol-based critical incident before the arrival of specialized units. Understanding the Focus of Effort Methodology and the PIET3O decision-making model for managing a patrol tactical problem will be introduced. This workshop will also introduce the Recognition Primed Decision-Making Process by utilizing multiple daily decision-making exercises. The workshop will conclude with a critical incident debrief to give patrol supervisors further access to tools and lessons learned.
This workshop will be led by several experienced supervisors from our Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents instructor cadre.
This workshop has limited seats. Each student needs to be registered and will need their own computer to login with BOTH webcam and microphone capability. This workshop is being designed to interactive between the presenters and participants and will involve the extensive use of breakout group discussions.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
There are currently no scheduled sessions for this course.
SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I
5
DAYS
This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT issues, tactics and procedures. Topics include major incident debriefs; leadership issues, emotional intelligence, justifying SWAT; the use of SWAT Teams; SWAT standards and professionalism; contemporary SWAT issues and concerns; SWAT and the media; selection, training, discipline and removal of supervisors and team members; crisis negotiations considerations; tactical operation center considerations; operational planning; weapons and equipment selection; legal issues and considerations; critical incident management; barricade and hostage procedures; warrant service planning and procedures; and much more.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202518004/14/20253/14/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Lafayette, INBrambila, Jon
202445504/7/20254/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Tampa, FLMcDuffie, Ralph
202506705/5/20254/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
South Jordan, UTBrambila, Jon
202502705/12/20254/11/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Chesterfield, VA
202508405/19/20254/18/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
North Haven, CT
202528905/19/20254/18/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Nashville, TNSelleg, Jeff
202531206/9/20255/9/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Maple Grove, MNBrambila, Jon
202530506/16/20255/23/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Webb City , MOBrambila, Jon
202527807/14/20256/13/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Wauwatosa, WIBrambila, Jon
202539607/21/20256/20/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Richmond, TXGolden, Theodore
202530908/4/20257/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Green Bay, WIMurphy, Dan
202524408/4/20257/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Douglasville, GAGolden, Theodore
202530608/25/20257/25/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
St Cloud, MNWalker, Travis
2025313011/3/20258/8/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Cuyahoga Falls, OHBrambila, Jon
202526209/22/20258/22/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Broomall, PAGolden, Theodore
2025153010/6/20259/5/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Wayne, NJBranyon, Bart
2025269010/20/20259/19/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Huntsville, ALYoung, Bill
2025271011/3/202510/3/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Spokane, WADubois, Wayne
202600402/23/20261/23/2026Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Peachtree City, GAGolden, Theodore
202536407/20/20266/19/2026Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Arden Hills, MNThompson, Jon
Online: SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I
5
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led over 5 days.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom and covers the same material as the residency version. This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT issues, tactics and procedures. Topics include major incident debriefs; leadership issues, emotional intelligence, justifying SWAT; the use of SWAT Teams; SWAT standards and professionalism; contemporary SWAT issues and concerns; SWAT and the media; selection, training, discipline and removal of supervisors and team members; crisis negotiations considerations; tactical operation center considerations; operational planning; weapons and equipment selection; legal issues and considerations; critical incident management; barricade and hostage procedures; warrant service planning and procedures; and much more.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202532906/3/20255/27/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
OnlineSelleg, Jeff
NOTE: This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: June 3, 5, 9, 11 & 12 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
202539008/5/20257/29/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineSelleg, Jeff
NOTE: This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: August 5, 7, 11, 13 & 14 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
2025391010/14/202510/7/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineSelleg, Jeff
NOTE: This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: October 14, 16, 20, 22 & 23 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
Online: SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership II
4
DAYS
This is a hybrid virtual course consisting of live instructor-led over 32 hours (4 days) and 8 hours of self-directed credited work making this a 40-hour course. The self-directed credited work is mandatory and consists of a combination of written problem-solving and decision-making assignments as well as viewing online video content related to the instructional blocks.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This is a follow-on course to the SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I course. A comprehensive array of topics will be discussed including problem-solving methods and analytical thinking, tactical science principles, understanding the science of trust and how it impacts the building of high-performing teams, emotional intelligence, enhancing the structure and delivery of training to improve team performance, organizational leadership, critical thinking and much more.

NOTE: This class includes intensive academic and theoretical components and requires self-directed assignments outside of class. Students will participate in analytical and scenario exercise discussions. This course is conducted entirely online through both a live instructor-led process coupled with self-directed work. At the end of the course, students are required to pass a final course exam. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202533007/15/20257/8/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineRogers, Buck
NOTE: This course has an asynchronous component totalling 8-hours of work credit. This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: July 15, 17, 22 & 24 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
202533109/16/20259/9/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineSelleg, Jeff
NOTE: This course has an asynchronous component totalling 8-hours of work credit. This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: September 16, 18, 23 & 25 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
2025332012/2/202511/25/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineRogers, Buck
NOTE: This course has an asynchronous component totalling 8-hours of work credit. This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: December 2, 4, 9 & 11 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership II (5 day)
5
DAYS
This is a follow-on course to the SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I course. A comprehensive array of topics will be discussed, including problem-solving methods and analytical thinking, tactical science principles, understanding the science of trust and how it impacts the building of high-performing teams, emotional intelligence, enhancing the structure and delivery of training to improve team performance, organizational leadership, and much more.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This class includes intensive academic and theoretical components. It combines classroom instruction with both individual and group in-class exercises that directly supports the learning objectives of the course. Students will participate in analytical and critical thinking discussions to gain a deeper understanding of contemporary tactical concepts.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202528405/19/20255/19/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Nashville, TNWeberg, Tobie
SWAT Team Leader Development
5
DAYS
This course is designed for law enforcement personnel who are responsible for deploying in the capacity as a SWAT Team Leader or as a supervisor who is responsible for the training and deployment of tactical teams. The focus of this training will be on pre-incident training, planning, organizing, and the tactical decision-making process used in the resolution of high-risk operations. Also included in the curriculum is an overview of SWAT training topics including selection and testing, training issues and liability, national SWAT standards and critical incident reviews. Practical applications will consist of scouting and planning warrants, small team planning, tactics used in the resolution of critical incidents, and the review of tactical incidents and videos. Attendees will participate in-group discussions, write operations orders, and develop training plans, plus critique and evaluate tactics and decisions based on a principle based SWAT decision-making process.

*** It is highly recommended that students bring a laptop computer to class.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202504705/12/20254/11/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Lebanon , PAHardesty, Matt
202519804/21/20254/14/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Walker, MIMeyer, Fred
202506905/19/20254/18/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Mooresville, NCMorris, Robert
202503304/28/20254/24/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Providence, RIEklund, Chris
202507605/12/20255/5/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Sanford , FLMeyer, Fred
202528105/19/20255/5/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Nashville, TNEklund, Chris
202514006/16/20255/16/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Maple Lake, MNMurphy, Dan
202522606/23/20255/19/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Beaumont, TXNorton, Travis
202505307/14/20256/13/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Conshohocken, PAHardesty, Matt
202541507/21/20256/20/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Avon, OHEklund, Chris
202525008/4/20257/4/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Crestview, FLEklund, Chris
202528209/8/20258/8/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Colorado Springs, COMeyer, Fred
202519309/8/20258/8/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Mt Pleasant, WIEklund, Chris
202533809/8/20258/8/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Knoxville, TNMorris, Robert
202532709/15/20258/15/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Monroe, NCMurphy, Dan
202535009/15/20258/15/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Weatherford, OKKing, Brian
202532409/29/20258/30/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Rexburg, IDSelleg, Jeff
202525209/29/20258/30/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Rio Rancho , NMMurphy, Dan
2025203010/6/20259/5/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
West Deptford, NJEklund, Chris
2025371010/13/20259/12/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
South Jordan, UTHardesty, Matt
2025377010/13/20259/12/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Goose Creek, SCNorton, Travis
2025026010/13/20259/15/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Chesterfield, VAHilliker, Pat
2025120010/20/20259/19/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Richland, WAHardesty, Matt
2025320011/17/202510/17/2025Members: $724.00
Non-Mem: $779.00
Reading, PALong, Jason
2025384012/1/202510/31/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Martinsburg, WVEklund, Chris
202600302/2/20261/2/2026Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
Peachtree City, GALong, Jason
Online: SWAT Team Leader Development
5
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led over 5 days.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom and covers the same material as the residency version. This course is designed for law enforcement personnel who are responsible for deploying in the capacity as a SWAT Team Leader or as a supervisor who is responsible for the training and deployment of tactical teams. The focus of this training will be on pre-incident training, planning, organizing, and the tactical decision-making process used in the resolution of high-risk operations. Also included in the curriculum is an overview of SWAT training topics including selection and testing, training issues and liability, national SWAT standards and critical incident reviews. Practical applications will consist of scouting and planning warrants, small team planning, tactics used in the resolution of critical incidents, and the review of tactical incidents and videos. Attendees will participate in-group discussions, write operations orders, and develop training plans, plus critique and evaluate tactics and decisions based on a principle based SWAT decision-making process.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of SWAT Team Leader Development is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202533706/2/20255/26/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineMeyer, Fred
NOTE: This multi-day virtual course will take place on the following days: June 2, 3, 5, 9 & 10 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time).  
202542108/11/20258/4/2025Members: $746.00
Non-Mem: $801.00
OnlineMeyer, Fred
NOTE: This multi-day course will take place on the following days: August 11, 12, 14, 18 & 19. (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS)
4
DAYS
The course will incorporate lectures, practice, and scenario based training to provide emergency medical providers with the foundation principles, practices, and skills necessary for providing medical support to law enforcement operations. The emphasis will be on medical models and skills effective for supporting special operations teams during high-risk, large scale and extended operations. The concepts and skills taught in this course are also relevant to all law enforcement operations.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202523304/28/20253/31/2025Members: $895.00
Non-Mem: $950.00
Janesville, WIFormankiewicz, Scott
202526305/12/20254/11/2025Members: $895.00
Non-Mem: $950.00
Los Lunas , NMFormankiewicz, Scott
202505705/19/20254/18/2025Members: $895.00
Non-Mem: $950.00
Mayfield Heights, OHJohnson, Dan
202509906/9/20255/9/2025Members: $895.00
Non-Mem: $950.00
Cranston, RIPickett, Jason
202500608/18/20257/18/2025Members: $862.00
Non-Mem: $917.00
Richmond, INSimpson, Michael
Tactical Mission Planning and Briefing
2
DAYS
This course is designed to expose police personnel (supervisors, tactical and task force team leaders, detectives, etc.) to procedures used for tactical mission planning and briefing of involved personnel. Topics include mission planning; documentation; operational planning for high-risk search warrants; scouting procedures for mission planning; primary, alternate, contingency, and emergency planning; suggestions on how to modify high-risk search warrant planning to other types of tactical missions (open area operations, barricaded subjects, arrest warrant/fugitive apprehension, and hostage barricade situations); and much more. Ensuring that a comprehensive but efficient briefing system is in place will be a course outcome. NOTE: This course is not a scouting course, we will make assumptions that the scout has been completed and has provided you the information needed to develop a tactical plan. This course is not a tactics course. We will dictate various tactics to use on some missions to demonstrate the flexibility of the briefing process.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202510504/17/20254/14/2025Members: $344.00
Non-Mem: $399.00
Pawtucket, RIJahnke, Jason
202520606/23/20255/23/2025Members: $344.00
Non-Mem: $399.00
Lynchburg, VASelleg, Jeff
202506607/14/20256/13/2025Members: $344.00
Non-Mem: $399.00
Golden, COJahnke, Jason
2025243011/5/202510/5/2025Members: $344.00
Non-Mem: $399.00
Highland Springs, VAJahnke, Jason
Tactical Scouting
1
DAYS
Tactical diagramming is a technique used to determine floor plans by using outside architectural features such as doors, windows, vents, ducts and even the shape of the building itself. Using simple concepts like working from large to small and confidence to ambiguity, students gain knowledge, skills and abilities on how to identify architectural features that provide reliable clues to the locations of interior walls, the types and sizes of rooms and even the location of appliances and wall switches. The course begins with a broad overview on terrain analysis with a focus on urban terrain and the contribution of a reliable floor plan for planning and decision-making. It continues with an explanation of building principles, which heavily influence how residences are constructed. The course will also identify how to diagram houses that have additions or been remodeled, have upper-stories and even structures with multiple-dwellings. The course completes the formal instruction with methods for obtaining reliable intelligence, especially photographs, to enhance the detection of subtle architectural features. The final period is focused on a practical application where students work with each other and instructors on either a class project or using their own photographs, of an actual target location.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202510604/16/20254/11/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Pawtucket, RIJahnke, Jason
202500505/19/20254/19/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Richmond, INThomas, Andrew
202529309/29/20258/29/2025Members: $184.00
Non-Mem: $239.00
Tooele, UTJahnke, Jason
Technology in Tactical Operations
2
DAYS
This two-day course will provide hands on instruction deploying technology to include robotics, throw phones, listening devices, MESH networks, camera systems and computer applications in hostile environments. Students will learn how to deploy and work behind technology in a safe manner. Students will also learn how technology can improve tempo and situational awareness, and the importance of selecting the proper equipment.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202518205/21/20254/20/2025Members: $427.00
Non-Mem: $482.00
Henrico, VAPergola, Mark
2025292010/20/20259/19/2025Members: $427.00
Non-Mem: $482.00
Tooele, UTPergola, Mark
Training Management and Risk Mitigation for SWAT
3
DAYS
A three-day course designed to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with the ability to design, plan and prepare proactive training guidelines, manuals, events, calendars and support documents in order to best utilize limited training time and opportunities in order to produce the highest quality personnel and team capability; and to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with proven risk mitigation methodologies to counter risk within the three main risk areas for SWAT Teams, i.e. legal, training and operations.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202529005/19/20255/19/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Nashville, TNMcDuffie, Ralph
202525409/22/20258/22/2025Members: $320.00
Non-Mem: $375.00
Daytona Beach, FLMcDuffie, Ralph
Online: Training Management and Risk Mitigation for SWAT
3
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that is instructor-led over 3 days.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom and covers the same material as the residency version. A three-day course designed to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with the ability to design, plan and prepare proactive training guidelines, manuals, events, calendars and support documents in order to best utilize limited training time and opportunities in order to produce the highest quality personnel and team capability; and to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with proven risk mitigation methodologies to counter risk within the three main risk areas for SWAT Teams, i.e. legal, training and operations.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions. This version of Training Management and Risk Mitigation for SWAT is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202535308/4/20257/28/2025Members: $330.00
Non-Mem: $385.00
OnlineMcDuffie, Ralph
NOTE: This multi-day course will take place on the following days: August 4, 6 & 11 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
2025354011/17/202511/10/2025Members: $330.00
Non-Mem: $385.00
OnlineMcDuffie, Ralph
NOTE: This multi-day course will take place on the following days: November 17, 19 & 24 (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time)
Webinar: (2025) Optimizing Human Performance for Police Officers

DAYS
Police officer performance is profoundly shaped by various human factors that, when not properly managed, can detrimentally impact an officer's ability to work effectively and safely. Addressing these factors through comprehensive training and constructive feedback is imperative to enhance officer performance significantly. Law enforcement carries an inherent level of stress. Chronic stress leads to burnout, and acute stress can severely hinder an officer’s judgment and performance in critical moments. Sensory distortions can escalate stress, resulting in tunnel vision, auditory exclusion, and time distortion, which can obstruct an officer's cognitive abilities. Furthermore, physiological impacts such as increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and muscle tension compromise fine motor skills and reaction times, undermining an officer's capability to act effectively in high-pressure situations. Officers often need to make quick decisions in complex and rapidly changing environments. The cognitive load of problem-solving under time constraints can overwhelm an officer's mental capacity, potentially leading to poor decision-making. In this upcoming webinar, Parrish Taylor will explore groundbreaking insights into the emotional brain centers based on neurology and introduce mental skill development models derived from Navy SEAL brain training techniques. These straightforward and proven mental performance frameworks are designed to integrate s into a police officer's daily activities. You will leave with a practical model to help manage your responses in stressful situations, empowering you to make more effective decisions.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202538005/30/2025
1:00 PM EST
5/28/2025Members: $0.00
Non-Mem: $25.00
OnlineOwen Taylor, Parrish
Online: Youth Mental Health First Aid
1
DAYS
This course is a virtual course that combines self-paced student pre-work with an instructor-led portion.

This entire course is conducted online via Zoom. This 8-hour course is a skills-based course designed to educate attendees about how to identify, understand, and respond to an adolescent (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches attendees to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge. Topics covered in this course include: Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, how to connect a person with help, as well as expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care.

NOTE: Students will participate in group discussions and activities. This version of Youth Mental Health First Aid is conducted entirely online through a live instructor-led process. Students will need a computer or tablet with webcam and microphone capabilities in order to participate in this course.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Fire/EMS
Retired
Associate
Sworn Law Enforcement
Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course NumberCourse Start DateDeadlineFeesLocationInstructorRegister
202535505/16/20255/9/2025Members: $25.00
Non-Mem: $25.00
OnlineSneyd, Drew5
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This is a one-day virtual class held from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time
A grant through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, allows the NTOA to provide scholarship training for this course. The NTOA is proud to offer this course at a discounted rate, regardless of membership status.
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