We’re excited to debut Police Training Week, scheduled for September 15–19. This special series delivers fresh insights, practical drills and leadership strategies to help agencies train smarter, more often and with greater realism — all while staying within budget and time constraints. Thanks to our sponsor, T4E - Training for Engagement.
A six-step roadmap to make police training realistic, frequent and accountable
How T4E helps officers train more frequently, with realistic platforms that fit tight budgets
POLICE TRAINING WEEK
Veteran firearms instructor Todd Fletcher explains why minimum-standard training is dangerous and how agencies can build realistic, effective police training programs
Creative scheduling, partnerships, technology and grants can help agencies train more officers more effectively — even when budgets are tight
Force-on-force training exposes the limits of static drills and builds the confidence and competence officers need to prevail in real encounters
From room clearing to stress inoculation, these quick, affordable drills help officers build critical skills even when training time is short
Stress inoculation, memory science and scenario realism can reshape how officers perform when it matters most
The T4E TC 68 rifle mirrors patrol rifle handling, offers flexible power and ammo options, and keeps scenario training safer and more affordable
A lieutenant shares how a Gen Z approach to work-life balance helped him succeed in grad school
Your goal is to be the calm in the eye of every stormy situation
To avoid being ticketed, the difficult driver will engage in a disjointed combination of negotiations, rebuttals, compliments and insults
The Blue Ridge Community College Basic Law Enforcement Training Program will be suspended for five years, according to the NC Criminal Justice Standards Division
The recruit allegedly told academy instructors that he wanted to drop out of training; while a trooper prepared resignation arrangements, the recruit lunged for his gun
The lawsuit alleges that the recruit suffered a head injury but was cleared and pressured to continue the “hazing ritual,” which ultimately caused his injuries
Overview of key features, critical procedures and maintenance
Since the average officer’s budget often comes down to pennies, what expenditures of our personal funds are truly worth the investment?
Redundant question and answer phrases can cause confusion and make your reader (usually the charging attorney) lose interest in your case
The last thing a reader wants in a police report is a surprise
If your passive voice sentence does not fall into any of these eight tactics, change your sentence to active
One tip to improve your report writing that will help reduce case turndowns and liability
Artificial intelligence is changing the way police write reports
Set the scene, by introducing the people, property and other information before it is discussed
Tactics keep you alive, but report writing keeps you out of trouble
There will be both ups and downs, but you will meet incredible people and work with some of the best folks on the planet
Training members of the public in de-escalation techniques could decrease the risk to officers, the public and individuals in crisis
An account told through the eyes of those at the center of the events of July 7, 2016, when five Dallas police officers were ambushed and killed and 11 injured
Training in this area must be state-specific and take into account the concept of legitimacy
Police agencies should take advantage of the millions of dollars private business spend to identify best practices for leading and motivating employees
In 2023, the CHP added 407 officers; an additional 409 officers have been sworn in this year, with two more classes scheduled to complete the academy before the end of 2024
Dan O’Brien from HTC Vive Americas discusses how VR training enhances effectiveness and prepares officers for real-world scenarios with precision and efficiency
The Trump rally shooting demonstrated commendable actions like quick thinking by citizens, as well as shortcomings such as poor site selection and training gaps
By fostering a culture of hard work, discipline, support, perseverance and trust, you’ll graduate a group of exceptional law enforcement professionals
Filmmaker Patrick Shaver set out to produce a comprehensive record of Deputy Kyle Dinkheller’s murder and the circumstances surrounding it
Drownings can happen in any body of water, at any time of the year, anywhere in the country
From rangefinders to advanced shooting simulators, these tools are designed to ensure precision, improve technique and provide a comprehensive training experience.
I traded chasing cars and watching dope deals for chasing deadlines and watching PowerPoint presentations — here’s what I’ve learned so far
A guide to proven control tactics, less lawsuits and building community trust through martial arts
An armed robbery pursuit culminated in a critical encounter, emphasizing the need for rigorous high-risk stop tactics
Dr. Jeff Thompson, a retired NYPD detective and current scholar at Columbia University Medical Center, discusses the challenges and strategies in de-escalating crises
Street Survival II delivers sound guidance on a variety of topics that are relevant to today’s street cop
This essential technique can mean the difference between life and death, as arterial bleeding can lead to fatal blood loss within minutes
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