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The purpose of this 16-hour course is to increase officer ability to observe, identify,
and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs, alcohol, or a combination
of both. This training also includes the four-hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
(SFST) Refresher training. Open to law enforcement, motor carrier officers, and prosecutors only.Non-law enforcement
may only register with prior approval from DECP Program Coordinator or designee listed
below.
Requirements to attend: Students must provide valid documentation of 24-hour SFST Practitioner training at
the door to attend. Acceptable documentation: SFST card, certificate, or police academy
graduate after January 1, 2010. Officers must demonstrate SFST Proficiency at the
conclusion of SFST Refresher training to continue with the training.
Course Date: August 13-14, 2024
Course Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: FREE tuition and materials
Class Size: Limited to 25 students
Attire: Business casual
This class is MSP-taught with the assistance of other agencies.
Registration: Must be completed on MI-TRAIN using course code 1030629
For more information contact Sgt. Kevin Lee at 269-308-0312
The Below 100 Program is designed to drastically reduce law enforcement Line of Duty
Deaths (LODD's). The Below 100 Program specifically addresses the operational areas
of law enforcement that contribute to the greatest number of LODD's, but are in large
part preventable. The Below 100 Program is an effort to instill a vulture of safety
in law enforcement agencies that will progressively reduce national LODD's to Below
100 annually.
Course Date: December 5, 2024
Course Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Course Instructor: Thomas Gillman Below 100 Instructor
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: TBA
Course Fee: FREE
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: November 25, 2024
The COLT M4/M16 Armorers course includes the M16 family of weapons,, and all its variants
including the M4, the AR15 and 9mmSMG. Course length is 24 class hours over 3 days
with no shooting included. Day one (1) includes history, nomenclature, theory of operation,
complete field disassembly, and parts identification. Day two (2) includes the removal
and installation of barrel and front sight assembly, design changes and parts interchangeability,
head space and firing pin protrusion testing, and fire control theory. Day three (3)
includes maintenance, troubleshooting, written test, practical exam and graduation.
Graduation Requirements: Students must demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: disassembly, reassembly,
identification of mechanical deficiencies and corrective actions. The student must
also attain a score of 70% or better on the Armorer Written Test.
Certification: 3 Year Colt Law Enforcement Rifle/Carbine/SMG Armorer
Resources: Colt will provide all necessary tools and firearms to conduct training
Eligibility: Active Law Enforcement, Corrections, Military, Nuclear Security Only.
Course Date: October 8-10, 2024
Course Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Course Instructor: COLT Instructor
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: $550.00 per person
Registration Thru COLT: https://colt.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=3976
Class Size Limited to 18 Students
This is an eight-hour course that starts with a short classroom update session followed
by the remainder of the time spent on the driving range performing "behind the wheel"
exercises. This course will cover pursuit rated models of patrol vehicles, exploring
the differences between front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and SUV models.
Course Dates: September 16, 2024 -12:00pm-8:00pm
OR October 23, 2024 - 8:00am-4:00pm
OR October 30, 2024 -12:00pm-8:00pm
Course Instructor: Brian Schroer
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. 48710
Room: J131
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $125.00 per person
Delta Consortium: $0.00 per person
Equipment Required: One patrol vehicle per three officers attending
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: One week prior to the selected session
Does this sound like your agency?
Your agency lacks funds for vital equipment or training.
You applied for grants in the past, but just can't seem to get your application into
the winner's circle.
Times are tight and your budget is shrinking, but grants seem so intimidating, you'll
never figure out how to get that crucial additional funding for your department.
Need help finding grants?
You're not the only one. Fire Departments, Law Enforcement Agencies, and other Emergency
Services Agencies nationwide have felt the sting of the budget ax. Competition for
grant funding awards is fierce. This training provides a competitive edge!
Course Date: March 24-25, 2025
Course Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Course Instructor: Staff from First Responder Grants
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: $499.00 per person
To Register: www.firstrespondergrants.com
This is a practical guide to the new Freedom of Information Act. The course will cover
a brief overview of FOIA with more detail about the new FOIA changes, compliance with
the act, the Requestor and the law, Standardization of Review, redaction, costs and
response, Digital redaction. There will be case study and application and practical
responses to requests.
Course Date: September 10, 2024
Course Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Course Instructor: Bill Mathewson
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr MI 48710
Room:
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $125.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $50.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline:
This one day class is to certify officers as GLOCK Armorers. You will receive a 3
year Certification upon successful completion for all GLOCK model pistols, excluding
the G18 Select Fire Models.
Student Prerequisites: To be eligible to take the Armorers Course you must be active/retired law enforcement
or military, private security, GLOCK Stocking Dealer/Range Program EMployee or current
GSSF Member.
Armorer Course Objectives: Understand and be able to explain the design features of the GLOCK Safe Action System,
Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to maintain, troubleshoot and service all GLOCK
pistols by passing the Practical Examination and by scoring a minimum of 80% on the
written examination.
Course Dates: December 3, 2024, or June 17, 2025, or December 2, 2025
Course Time: 8am - 5pm
Course Instructors: Certified GLOCK Armorers
Course Location: TBD
Course Fee: $250 per person
To Register: December 3, 2024
Go to: https://glocktraining.com/RegWizard.aspx?classid=110754
The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) and Delta College presents
Law Enforcement Response to Domestic Violence. Co-instructed by a Law Enforcement
Officer, Prosecutor, and Victim Advocate. This is a detailed course designed to enhance
on-scene investigations and increase successful prosecutions.
Please remember to bring your MCOLES number for recognition of the completed training
on your Individual Employment History
Course Date: November 20, 2024
Course Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Course Instructors: A Law Enforcement Officer, Prosecutor, and Victim Advocate.
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: J131
Course Fee: FREE
MCOLES Approved
Registration Deadline: November 11, 2024
This is a two-day course designed for law enforcement instructors and instructor supervisors,
tasked with training law enforcement officers. The program's focus will be on the
development and implementation of training programs, specifically scenario-based programs
that utilize all force options, to best prepare their officers. Students will be taught
how to design and compose their own scenarios, that include the necessary minimum
components. The program will also discuss implementation of basic and complex training
programs, too include but not limited to: Active Shooter Response (ASR), Emergency
Vehicle Operations (EVO), and Pursuit Termination Techniques (PTT).
Course Date: September 23-24, 2024
Course Time: 8am - 4pm
Course Instructor: Todd Hill (Doctor of Education- Ed. D. Organizational Leadership) of LEO Training
& consulting Group has twenty-seven years of experience and is a sheriff's office
captain serving in various capacities, including, Patrol, Investigative Services,
Court Services, and Corrections. As the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training and
developing an agency Peer Support Program, He is a Use of Force Instructor, holding
instructor certifications in numerous disciplines, and is a presenter at ILEETA (the
International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association) Conference. Todd
is a United States Marine Corps veteran and served overseas.
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $375 per person (Lunch Included)
Delta College Consortium: $325.00 per person (Lunch Included)
MCOLES:This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement
Distribution Funds.
Attire: Soft Clothes/ Business Casual
Registration: Email Registration Forms to ToddHill@LEOTaCGroup.com
Payments accepted by check, online credit card, or credit card via registration
https://leotacgroup.com/training-development
This course will provide participants with a basic understanding for the legal and
ethical requirements i order to properly operate a professional evidence/property
management system. To familiarize fellow law enforcement professionals with the techniques
and responsibilities involved in the function of a property room environment. Encourage
one another to exchange ideas to improve the understanding and functionality of the
property management system within their own agency.
Course Date: October 1-2, 2024
Course Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Course Instructor: Joseph Willis
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: J131
Course Fee: $350.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration: https://publicagencytrainingcouncil.arlo.co/w/seminars/258-managing-the-property-and-evidence-room/735
This is a two-day course designed for law enforcement and other first responding agencies
looking for guidance in developing or improving Officer Wellness programs, specifically
CISM and a Peer Support Programs. First Responders consistently work in adverse and
stressful conditions that often directly affect their personal and professional lives.
The course will take an in-depth look at Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS/PTSD), Traumatic
Brain Injury (TBI), and Moral Injury effects on the brain. A wide variety of officer
wellness programs will be discussed, all focusing on improving prevention training,
stress management, and effective coping mechanisms, thus improving personal and professional
relationships, reducing the adverse consequences of cumulative stress and suicide.
Students will be given the knowledge and materials to implement a CISM and Peer Support
Program designed to offer assistance to agency members in times of personal and /
or professional stress, early intervention to help mitigate the impacts of stress,
referral to program services, and education-based training.
Course Dates: October 7-8, 2024
Course Time: 8am-4pm
Course Instructor: Todd Hill (Doctor of Education-Ed.D.-Organizational Leadership) of LEO Training &
Consulting Group has twenty seven years of experience and is a sheriff's office captain
serving in various capacities, including Patrol, Investigative Services, Corrections,
and Court Services, As the Training Sergeant for over three years, he organized and
facilitated large scale training, including Crisis INtervention Team (CIT) Training
and developing and agency Peer Support Program. He is a Use of Force Instructor, holding
instructor certifications in numerous disciplines,and is a presenter at ILEETA ( the
International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association) Conference. Todd
is a United States Marine Corps veteran and served overseas.
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $395.00 per person (lunch provided)
Delta College Consortium: $350.00 per person (lunch provided)
MCOLES: This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement
Distribution funds.
Attire: Soft clothes, business casual
Registration: Email Registration Forms to ToddHill@LEOTaCGroup.com
Payments accepted by check, online credit card, or credit card via registration
https://leotacgroup.com/officer-wellness
The PPCT/HFRG Threat Pattern Recognition Use of Force (DT) Instructor Course, is the
first subject control system developed through tactical, legal and medical research.
Tactically, the system addresses the most common types of resistance that officers
may encounter allowing the instructor to maximize training on job related techniques.
Legally, the PPCT System teaches a simple use of force continuum that clarifies the
appropriate force level for every level of resistance. Medical research was conducted
on every PPCT technique to refine technique efficiency and to ensure the medical implications
were proportional to the level of resistance.
Course Dates: January 13-17, 2025
Course Time: 8am - 4pm
Course Instructor: Kevin Rize
Course Location: Delta College, Room N202
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $550 per person
Delta College Consortium: $350.00 per person
Required Equipment: Loose athletic wear, duty belt (no firearms) and 'Red Gun", handcuffs & Key
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: December 20, 2024
Register Now
The PPCT DT Instructor Re-certification course is designed to update current instructors
in the changes to the PPCT program. During this re-certification process, students
will fine tune their existing practical skills to meet the high standards of the PPCT
Program. Upon completion of this course,, the instructor's certification will be extended
for three years.
Course Dates: December 11-13, 2024 OR February 5-7, 2025
Course Time: 8am - 4pm
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. 48710
Room: TBA
Course Instructor: Kevin Rize
Course Fee: Non Consortium: $350.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $250.00 per person
Required Equipment: Current Manuals, loose athletic wear, duty belt (no firearm) and Red Gun, handcuffs,
highlighter
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: December 2, 2024
This curriculum consists of 8 hours of instruction on how to prepare yourself for
the Lateral or Promotional process. This course is a MUST for anyone who is preparing
for an Oral Interview where they are seeking a lateral transfer or promotion through
the ranks from, Officer up to including the position of Chief of Police. Attendees
should bring a Resume that includes their Education, Experience, Training and the
Job Description for the position they are seeking. Upon completion of this course,
attendees will be more confident and proficient in their Presentation Skills and Techniques
for the next Interview Process.
Course Date: TBD
Course Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
Course Instructor: Chief Daniel McCaw (Ret) has over thirty one years of law enforcement experience.
He has a degree in Law enforcement. Political Science and a Master's Degree from Oakland
University. Dan has been involved in training at Colleges, Universities, Police Academies
and Police Departments for over twenty-five years. He also has been a member of numerous
interview panels and assessment centers for numerous positions in public services.
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr MI 48710
Course Fee: Non-Consortium Members: $125.00 per person
Delta Consortium Members: $65.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline:
You Will Learn How To: Interpret verbal and non-verbal behavior to help you assess the credibility of a suspect's
statements.
Structure the interview using open-ended and investigative questions to develop the
subject's statement.
Use behavior provoking questions in the interview process.
Persuade a suspect to tell the truth about their involvement in criminal activity.
Develop interrogation strategies and interrogation themes.
Use an alternative question to develop the first admission of guilt.
Use tactics to handle the more defiant suspect; overcome objections and their fear
of consequences.
Training Manual Includes: A comprehensive outline filled with detailed information that will serve as an excellent
follow up to the training program.
Reid Technique Tips: Our YouTube channel presents over 35 video presentations on interviewing, interrogation,
false confession issues and the Reid App.
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Course Date: October 1-4, 2024
Course Time: 8am - 3pm
Course Instructor: John Reid and Associates, Inc.
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: Non Consortium: $575.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $530.00 per person
MCOLES Approved
Registration Deadline: September 16, 2024
Register Now
The PPCT Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention (SHARP) course has been specifically
designed to meet the needs of women when control methods and assault prevention methods
are required. Principles and strategies for effectively reducing the likelihood of
assault through actual techniques of countering an attack are stressed in this program.
Utilizing efficient and effective methods of subject control that do not rely on size
and strength, PPCT had developed a training system that can be used by just about
everyone who is interested in personal safety. Topics covered: Effects of Survival
Stress on Performance, Instructor Development and Training Protocols, Prevention Psychology,
Principles of Avoidance, Passive Releases and Escapes,Defensive Counter Strikes and
Disarming. The SHARP program has been taught in High Schools, Universities and also
being used as a Community Relations tool for law enforcement departments.
Course Dates: January 22-24, 2025
Course Time: 8am - 4pm
Course Instructor: Kevin Rize
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. 48710
Room: TBA
Course Fee: Non Consortium: $325.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $250.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2025
This training program deals with a practical and simple way for the officer to defend
against a subject with the edged weapon. The need for this training became especially
clear after the events of September 11, when terrorists took over planes using box
cutters, which is basically a small knife. Also, the training shows the officer how
the edged weapon can be used in a self-defense situation as an emergency backup weapon
when the primary weapon system is not available.
Course Dates: April 17, 2025
Course Time: 8:30am - 12:30
Course Instructor: Lee Shaykhet
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. 48710
Room: TBA
Course Fee: Non Consortium: $120.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $100.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: April 3, 2025
This basic level Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) course was developed from
the military Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) training. TECC is adapted to provide
non-medical operators with battlefield proven trauma care information and techniques.
This training increases the likelihood of survivability for casualties of significant
trauma due to hostile action, particularly penetrating trauma. This course has recently
been modified and shortened to concentrate on critical information and skills. Written
testing is no longer required and the amount of lecture has been reduced significantly.
The majority of the course is practical application. Students will be emailed an electronic
version of the military TCCC Tactical Combat Casualty Care Handbook to study prior
to the course. This course will include a bandaging system as well as a tactical tourniquet
that each participant can take back from the class.
Course Date: December 5, 2024
Course Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Course Instructor: Rick Holland, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Instructor
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: N007
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $135.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $85.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: November 21, 2024
This three-day seminar is for all Michigan County Weighmasters, Truck Traffic Law Enforcement Officers and any law enforcement officers involved in general motor vehicle traffic enforcement. This training is designed for truck law enforcers to update their knowledge to properly enforce traffic laws for commercial vehicles including large trucks, tankers, and agricultural transports regarding weight laws, load securement and commercial vehicle registrations. Note: There have been numerous changes in the laws this year in agricultural, size and weight restrictions. A light breakfast starts each day of class and lunch and lunch is included only for the first two days since last half of the third day is off site.
Course Dates: January 21-23, 2025
Course Time: 8am-5pm
Course Instructor: Lt. Douglas Szczepanski, Michigan State Police-Traffic Safety Division: Motor Carrier
Enforcement
Course Location: Doubletree Hotel One Wenonah Park Place, Bay City, Michigan, 48708
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $375.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $275.00 per person
Lodging: A block of rooms are available at the Double Tree Hotel for the cost of $85.00 a night.
To reserve a room online: https://book.passkey.com/go/DeltaCollegeTRuckTraffic2024
or Call (989)891-6000 or 800-222-TREE and refer to "Delta College Truck Traffic Enforcement" before 12/25/2024.
Individual reservation cancellation policy: All reservations must be canceled by 4:00PM on the day prior to your arrival date to avoid a cancellation fee equal to one night's room and tax.
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: January 3, 2025
Register Now
This program presents a practical way of surviving an ambush. The officer will be
able to identify the signs of an upcoming ambush, which provides an opportunity to
avoid it. The practical application of concepts of baseline, above and below baseline
will be addressed. Pre-attack indicators will be explained as well as the importance
of movement versus static response and the concept of effective communication will
also be discussed.
Course Date: April 10, 2025
Course Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Course Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr. MI 48710
Room: TBA
Course Instructor: Lee Shaykhet
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $120.00 per person
Delta College Consortium: $100.00 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: March 27, 2025