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.

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COURSE ELIGIBILITY Individual Fire/EMS Retired Associate Agency Non-Member Sworn LE

Upcoming Scheduled Course
Course Number	Course Start Date	Deadline	Fees	Location	Instructor		Register
20253230	8/4/2025	7/4/2025	Members: $724.00 Non-Mem: $779.00	Hot Springs, AR	Caudill, Jeffrey
20252530	8/11/2025	7/11/2025	Members: $724.00 Non-Mem: $779.00	Windsor, CO	Caudill, Jeffrey
20254820	9/22/2025	8/22/2025	Members: $746.00 Non-Mem: $801.00	Temple (BELL), TX	Caudill, Jeffrey
20254700	10/6/2025	9/5/2025	Members: $746.00 Non-Mem: $801.00	Little Valley, NY	Torres, Victor
20254960	1/12/2026	12/12/2025	Members: $746.00 Non-Mem: $801.00	Appleton, WI	Doering, Patrick