Training Announcements
Unless otherwise noted, registration for MPCTC-hosted courses can be completed by contacting your agency training coordinator to login to the Online Registration System to enroll. Questions regarding these courses, as well as non-client agency registration, can be directed to [email protected].
The Training Coordinator Orientation is now available online, anytime. Click the link below to view the training binder, which lists the topics and provides links to video tutorials.
Training Coordinator Orientation Binder
Speed Monitoring System (SMS) Administrator Training is now available as a self-guided program. Click the link below to view the training binder, which includes guided tours of SMS legislation, best practices tutorials, and sample reports. Successful review of all items in the binder will satisfy the training requirements mandated by Transportation Article 21-809.
Speed Monitoring System Administrator Training Binder
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 100.00
Approval Code: P47379
Course Overview:
The Basic Instructor / Train-the-Trainer program is an intensive 5-day professional development course designed for public safety personnel who are ready to assume the critical role of an instructor within their organizations. This program provides a foundational understanding of instructional methods grounded in the principles of adult learning and skill development, preparing students to become effective and influential trainers. Participants will be challenged to not only master the material but also to transform into dynamic trainers/coaches capable of building the skill sets of public safety professionals.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Apply the fundamental principles of adult learning theory to instructional design and delivery.
- Master advanced communication techniques to command an audience and convey complex topics with clarity. Utilize effective coaching language and methodology to bring critical skill development.
- Develop, evaluate, and present comprehensive lesson plans, objectives, and effective testing strategies.
- Prepare and proficiently use various training aids to enhance the learning experience.
- Construct and deliver multiple presentations (lecture and physical presentations), demonstrating instructional mastery and the ability to engage a discerning adult audience.
Program Methodology:
This is a highly interactive and practical course that emphasizes presentation and coaching skills. Our curriculum is built on andragogical principles, recognizing that adult learners are self-directed, pragmatic, and draw heavily on their previous experiences. The program methodology includes:
- Application-based learning: Students will immediately apply classroom theory to practical exercises, developing several presentations throughout the week.
- Individual and peer feedback: A substantial portion of the program is dedicated to constructive critique, both from instructors and peers, to refine presentation and teaching skills.
- Rigorous final presentation: The course culminates in a final 30-minute presentation, where students will showcase their instructional competencies by drafting objectives, presenting a lesson plan, and teaching a public safety-related topic to the class using training aids. This capstone exercise is an authentic assessment of the skills and knowledge acquired.
Commitment and Expectations:
This is an intense program that demands significant commitment. Attendees should expect to invest time outside of scheduled classroom hours for preparation and refinement of their presentations. This rigorous approach ensures that each participant leaves with the confidence and competence required to train with excellence.
Certifications:
Successful completion of this course satisfies the instructor certification training requirements for either the Police Training & Standards Commission or the Correctional Training Commission.
Who Should Attend:
-This program is ideal for experienced public safety personnel who have demonstrated subject matter mastery and possess the potential to become effective instructors within their agencies.
- MPCTC Instructor Certification is only required for those individuals who will be teaching more than 3 hours in any one MPCTC approved training program. An individual who provides 3 hours or less of instruction for a Commission-approved training course is exempt from the requirement to have instructor certification required under COMAR. Additional conditions and details on obtaining full Instructor Certification as required by MPCTC can be found here: mpctc.dpscs.maryland.gov/approval.htm
- All applicants for the MPCTC Basic Instructor Training Program must receive approval from their home agency in order to register for this training (online registration implies approval). Students wishing to attend the course outside of authorization from their agency will not be permitted.
Enrollment Requirements:
Justification: For each enrollee, the agency head or training coordinator must submit an email to [email protected] providing a 2-3 sentence description of why the student requires the training. Justification should include where the student will be teaching (academy or in-service) and how many hours per program.
Restrictions: This course is limited to 3 students per agency. Agencies wishing to substitute a student will still need to provide the above justification. Walk-in substitutions will not be admitted without a signed justification from the agency head or training coordinator. Also, agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to send in the justification at least 2 MONTHS PRIOR to the course start date. If a student name and justification are not received by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster.
Non-Client Agencies:Applicants from any non-client agencies will be admitted to the class only if there are vacant seats remaining within 1 week of the first day of training. Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). Interested persons can email a signed registration form to [email protected] to be added to the non-client waitlist. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. This can be an agency head, supervisor, or training coordinator – someone to authorize the student to take this course. If a seat is offered, a credit card form must be submitted before being confirmed for the program. MPCTC accepts Visa or MasterCard (Credit Card Form); additional information is provided on the form.
If the class is full and a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the Basic Instructor Waitlist Request Form.
$100 for client agencies / $150 for non-client agencies (DPSCS = no cost)
Program Approval Information P52036 / C20576
$100 for client agencies / $150 for non-client agencies (DPSCS = no cost)
Program Approval Information P52036 / C20576
$100 for client agencies / $150 for non-client agencies (DPSCS = no cost)
Program Approval Information P52036 / C20576
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C19873
DPSCS Implicit Bias Awareness - Fair & Impartial Corrections (Supervisory Staff) Reserved for Supervisory Staff to include Lieutenants, Case Management Supervisors, DPP Field Supervisor Is, Monitor Supervisor Is, Civilian/Non-uniformed staff Supervisors. NOTE Anyone who manages supervisors can NOT attend this class and should enroll in the Administrator level course as available. This training on Implicit Bias applies decades of research on human bias to the decisions that both Institutional and Community Correctional Professionals make every day. This is a course about how your mind works. There will be no finger pointing or blame; instead we will discuss how implicit biases can affect well-intentioned individuals outside their conscious awareness. During the class, we will discuss the negative consequences of letting your ‘hidden biases’ impact your perceptions and behavior and, importantly, you will learn the skills that you can implement to reduce and manage your biases. These skills will not keep you from doing the important functions of your job; instead these skills will enhance your ability to engage in that work and make decisions that are more effective and just. Because this class has been customized for DPSCS, we will also discuss with First Line Supervisors what they will need to do besides managing their own biases, to promote bias-free decisions within your agency. Please note that each of the various program dates has an affiliated level of students for the session. Rank/title is a REQUIRED FIELD when enrolling. Students assigned to an institution must contact their institutional training coordinator to attend. This applies for any and all ranks assigned to an institution. ITCs can enroll by logging into training-mpctc.dpscs.maryland.gov. For those individuals not assigned to an institution (i.e. Office of the Secretary), please submit the DPSCS Non-Institution Bias Registration Form to request enrollment. This program is posted for DPSCS staff only. Other agencies are not permitted to attend at this time. We are aware that courses filled up very quickly. Submitting your information on the Waitlist Form will ensure you're alerted when additional dates are confirmed, though notices will continue to be sent as classes are posted.
Canceled as of 8/6/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
Canceled as of 8/6/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
Canceled as of 8/6/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 50.00
Approval Code: P50280
This program satisfies the COMAR requirement (noted below) of refresher training for certified Field Training Officers, and highlights the changes in the concepts and philosophies in the training role of an FTO based on previously approved course-ware. Attendees must have attended a MPCTC approved FTO course within four (4) years. 12.04.01.17 .17 Field Training. D. Field Training Officer Requirements. (1) A field training officer shall: (e) Within every 4 years following initial completion of a field training officer course, successfully complete a minimum of 7 hours of cumulative instruction that have been approved by the Commission to be provided to an individual who has been approved as a field training officer. This program will review changes to the concepts and philosophies that emphasize the “training” role of an FTO. It is the goal of this program to inform students of updates in FTO subjects to enhance their proven skills, knowledge and abilities within the four year period following their initial FTO training. Additional components of the program instruction include the following but not limit the following topics: Effective communication; Counseling, Coaching and Mentoring; Updates to the topics: Roles of an FTO, including the FTO as a trainer; Challenges facing the FTO; Updates to COMAR Field Training Requirements; Adult Learning and Diversity and Generational Differences. Agencies holding a TBD seat must update the information one month ahead of the course start date. Thank you! NEW AS OF 2026: Registration in this program is restricted to certified law enforcement and correctional officers.
$50 for client agencies / $75 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$50 for client agencies / $75 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$75 for client agencies / $100 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$75 for client agencies / $100 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$75 for client agencies / $100 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$75 for client agencies / $100 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
Program Approval Information P50280 / C19928
$75 for client agencies / $100 non-client agencies (DPSCS attend at no-cost)
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 75.00
Approval Code: P50926
The transition from the police academy to the “real” world is a critical step in the development of law enforcement officers. The field training program is the essential link in that officer development. Field Training Program options include the traditional San Jose model; the problem solving oriented Police Training Officer Reno model; and the Proficiency field training model. The Field Training and Evaluation Program does not advocate any particular model. Instead it incorporates the best of all models in a manner that is realistic and applicable to the current environment. This program will highlight the concepts and philosophies that emphasize the “training” role of an FTO. It is the goal of this program to inform students of the skills, knowledge and abilities that are needed to become an FTO. Initially, the program examines the roles of the field training officer – specifically, the fact that the field training officer functions as the “supervisor” of a field trainee. The program also focuses on the fact that an FTO needs to possess and demonstrate skills in leadership and delegation. Additional components of the program instruct to the following: • Fundamentals of effective communication; • Counseling; • The various roles of an FTO, including the FTO as a trainer; • Challenges facing the FTO; • Training liability and legal issues; • COMAR Field Training Requirements • Ethics and Integrity • Adult Learning • Emotional Intelligence • Diversity and Generational Differences The program is a combination of classroom instructor and practical application. During the daily practical applications, students will • Apply leadership traits and principles to an FTEP Program / training situation; • Introduce trainee to FTEP expectations and standards; • Rehearse counseling skills; • Prepare a remedial training plan for a specific problem; and, • Review evaluation instruments. Agencies holding a TBD seat must update the information one month ahead. Thank you! Note: If a program date is full and the training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the FTO Program Waitlist Request Form. NEW AS OF 2026: Registration in this program is restricted to certified law enforcement and correctional officers.
$75 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $125 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$75 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $125 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$75 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $125 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$75 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $125 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
$100 for client agencies (DPSCS=no cost) / $150 for non-client agencies.
Program Approval Information P50926 / C20210
Carroll County Sheriff's
Fee: 3600.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Hosted by Carroll County Sheriff's Office
Our MPCTC approved academy offers a 28-week training program with updated classrooms, gymnasiums, locker rooms, as well as indoor and outdoor training areas. Attendees will receive training in all Mandated Training Objectives; Firearms, Emergency Vehicle Operations; Defensive Tactics; CPR, First Aid; NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, and Traffic Incident.
Pre-Academy PT test is required.
Please email [email protected], or call 410-386-3183 to request enrollment.
Silver Spring, MD
Fee: 595.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Hosted by MNCPPC Park Police - Montgomery County Division
The FBI-LEEDA Leading Edge Mindset: Frontline Leadership is created for first-level and emerging public safety professionals. This foundational program lays the groundwork for a lifetime of effective, principled leadership. Students will build the mindset and skills to lead with integrity, communicate with confidence, and serve their community with excellence – from day one and every day after.
Course Topics Include: Critical Thinking and Ethical Decision-Making; Protecting and Serving; Professionalism in Action; Communication: Verbal, Written, and Social Media; Ethics: Establishing and Maintaining Total Trust; Officer Wellness; Technology in Public Safety.
To register and for more information, visit https://fbileeda.org. Course is open to all law enforcement, sworn and professional staff; no prerequisites required.
Various, See Posting
Fee: 500.00
Approval Code: Various
The mission of the Correctional Entrance Level Training Program (CELTP) is to develop solid career foundations through evidence based training, instilling ethics and pride to properly trained correctional professionals ensuring the safety of the public, employees, and offenders. Academies are held in Sykesville, MD and Hagerstown, MD.
Please review the Academy Welcome Letter for more information. Welcome Letter & Academy Checklist. To register for Sykesville, please submit the CELTP Registration Form to [email protected].
Please review the Academy Welcome Letter for more information. Welcome Letter & Academy Checklist. To register for Sykesville, please submit the CELTP Registration Form to [email protected].
Please review the Academy Welcome Letter for more information. Welcome Letter & Academy Checklist. To register for Sykesville, please submit the CELTP Registration Form to [email protected].
Frederick, MD
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
Advertisement Only Hosted by Frederick County Police The objective of Struggle Well training is to enable participants to prepare, practice, and implement an individualized plan for personal growthy by transforming struggle into strength, enabling them to be of continued service to themselves, their family, their work, their community, and their country. For more information on the program, visit https://bouldercrest.org/program/struggle-well/. To register, contact Kacie Strong, [email protected].
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 75.00
Approval Code: Not Apprvd
Registration is NOW OPEN for the MPCTC 26th Annual Instructors' Awards & Training Conference!
PLEASE VISIT the 2026 Instructors' Conference website for detailed information on the event!
This event will be hosted by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions on Thursday, October 1st at the Public Safety Education & Training Center in Sykesville, MD.
Full Attendance: The fee for full attendance is $75 per person, which includes the opening ceremony with refreshments, two training sessions, and networking luncheon. A session selection form will be sent to attendees once successfully confirmed on the roster. Full attendance registration is conducted through the agency training coordinator via the Training-MPCTC portal. Instructor of the Year honorees are able to attend the Conference at a discounted rate of $25.
Ceremony Only: Those interested in attending just the ceremony can RSVP via the Conference website. These guests will not have to pay the fee, but are therefore not entitled to giveaways, training sessions and meals. Ceremony-only guests will depart after the awards ceremony concludes.
Schedule of Events:
• 7:45am to 8:30am - Registration & Lite Refreshments
• 8:30am to 9:45am - Opening Ceremony & Instructor Awards
• 10:00am to 11:15am - Session I
• 11:15am to 12:00pm - Networking Luncheon
• 12:00pm to 1:15pm - Session 2
This year's deadline is Friday, September 25th, 2026 for registration and RSVP. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in October!
FTF, 7320 Slacks Road Sykesville, MD
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: P50371
This course is designed to certify students to be factory trained armorers for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Pistol. Focus will be on nomenclature, field stripping and maintenance, safeties and safety checks, detailed disassembly, troubleshooting and minor repairs. Performing lessons repeatedly will ensure good hands-on instruction for a better understanding of this firearm. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be certified for 3 years. Open to police and correctional officers only. A written and practical exam will be administered to ensure the proficiency of each student. This class does not touch on the M&P 1.0 Pistol. This course is limited to 4 students per agency. Training coordinators can contact [email protected] to add students to the wait list.
Canceled as of 8/6/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
Limited to 2 students per agency at this time.
Non-client agencies will be admitted one month prior to the start date if seats remain available.
8:00am-4:00pm
Program Approval Information
Fredericksburg, VA
Fee: 375.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Hosted in partnership with Charles County Sheriff's Office
Smith & Wesson armorer courses are designed for law enforcement/ military personnel who are responsible for Smith & Wesson firearm preventative maintenance, checks and services (PMCS). Each course is structured to provide each student with a practical understanding of the advanced features that make Smith & Wesson firearms unique.
These courses provide complete and detailed answers to specific questions concerning the weapons mechanical functioning, operational procedure, field stripping and armorer detailed stripping, inspection(s), troubleshooting, and corrective actions/maintenance.
For more information and to register, visit https://teamonenetwork.com/schedule/smith-wesson-mp-2-0-armorer-fredericksburg-va/
Carroll County Sheriff's
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Hosted by the Carroll County Sheriff's Office
Lead your agency in roadway safety. Attend this no-cost, 4-hour executive course, in which you will participate in discussions with other executive and mid-level officers about how to increase officer safety during roadway operations. The course provides an overview of available research about the risk factors for officer-involved collisions and struck-by incidents and identifies a variety of interventions and technological innovations that can reduce the likelihood of their occurrence. The course draws from the success of the Las Vegas, Nevada, Metropolitan Police Department’s comprehensive crash prevention program, as well as widely accepted traffic incident management principles, to provide executives with resources and actionable steps to improve the safety of their officers on the roadways.
To register and for more information, visit https://registration.iir.com/NLERSP/12389.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 60.00
Approval Code: CIVIL
This 3-day, interactive training provides non-sworn professionals with practical skills for effective supervision. Through an engaging curriculum based on real-world scenarios, students will build a strong foundation in both supervision and leadership. This course covers the ethical foundations of decision-making, with impactful instruction in interpersonal communication, problem-solving, conflict management, and team building. It provides insight into Human Resources topics like FMLA, ADA, and EEO. Participants will discuss emotional intelligence, examine the benefits of an inclusive mindset in the workplace, and learn best practices for preparing performance evaluations and managing disciplinary actions. Who should attend? The target audience for this course is civilian first line supervisors and/or civilian aspiring supervisors. Who should not attend? Sworn law enforcement or correctional certified supervisors and/or administrators, those individuals are required to attend the mandated 5 day (35 hours) First Line Supervisor & Administrator Programs. Please Note: This course is not approved for in-service hours. TBD names are due one month ahead of the course start date. DPSCS personnel who are not assigned to an institution and/or do not have a training coordinator should email a signed registration form to [email protected] in order to enroll. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. This can be an agency head, or unit supervisor – someone to authorize the student to take this course.
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost (maximum 10 students per session) / $60 for all other agencies
Agencies limited to 5 students per course date
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C19874
DPSCS Implicit Bias Awareness - Fair & Impartial Corrections (Front Line Staff) Reserved for Front Line Staff to include Sergeants, Corporals, Agents, Monitors, Civilian/Non-uniformed staff and any other comparable ranks/titles who are in a non-supervisory role. This training on Implicit Bias applies decades of research on human bias to the decisions that both Institutional and Community Correctional Professionals make every day. This is a course about how your mind works. There will be no finger pointing or blame; instead we will discuss how implicit biases can affect well-intentioned individuals outside their conscious awareness. During the class, we will discuss the negative consequences of letting your ‘hidden biases’ impact your perceptions and behavior and, importantly, you will learn the skills that you can implement to reduce and manage your biases. These skills will not keep you from doing the important functions of your job; instead these skills will enhance your ability to engage in that work and make decisions that are more effective and just. Because this class has been customized for DPSCS, we will also discuss with First Line Supervisors what they will need to do besides managing their own biases, to promote bias-free decisions within your agency. Please note that each of the various program dates has an affiliated level of students for the session. Rank/title is a REQUIRED FIELD when enrolling. Students assigned to an institution must contact their institutional training coordinator to attend. This applies for any and all ranks assigned to an institution. ITCs can enroll by logging into training-mpctc.dpscs.maryland.gov. For those individuals not assigned to an institution (i.e. Office of the Secretary), please submit the DPSCS Non-Institution Bias Registration Form to request enrollment. This program is posted for DPSCS staff only. Other agencies are not permitted to attend at this time. We are aware that courses fill up very quickly. Submitting your information on the Waitlist Form will ensure you're alerted when additional dates are confirmed, though notices will continue to be sent as classes are posted.
Canceled as of 8/6/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
Canceled as of 8/5/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
Canceled as of 8/5/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
Canceled as of 8/5/26. Enrolled students alerted at that time.
8:30am-4:30pm
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 150.00
Approval Code: P53103
The First Line Supervisor (FLS) Program is mandated by COMAR for newly promoted or soon-to-be-promoted public safety supervisors. Participants must complete this 35-hour program within 12 months of their promotion. This program provides supervisors with the essential leadership and administrative skills needed to excel in their roles. Through a blend of foundational concepts and practical application, participants will learn to effectively transition from a team member to a leader, problem solve, and navigate the complex legal and ethical challenges inherent to public safety. To successfully complete the program, students will be required to take daily quizzes with a minimum average score of 75% and maintain at least a 90% attendance throughout the duration of the course. There is a strict deadline for registration of 1-week prior to the first day of class.
Important Notices:
- Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter the information TWO MONTHS prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster.
- The Date of Promotion to Current Rank is required to enroll in this course.
- Each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency per class date. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
- If the class is full and a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the First Line Supervisor Waitlist Request Form.
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $200 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost).
Program Approval Information P53103 / C21041
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $200 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost).
Program Approval Information P53103 / C21041
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P53477
This course is designed to enable the student to learn approaches and techniques for business coaching to enhance employee job performance that they can apply in their position as a manager or supervisor. Topics to be covered include: coaching versus training, coaching cycles, goal setting, coaching relationships, and the importance of communication.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P53477 / C21159
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Ocean City, MD
Fee: 190.00
Approval Code: NtPr
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Hosted by the MD Criminal Justice Association
The time has come for our annual Fall Conference. We are excited to offer sessions that are full of information and guidance, whether you are new to the field of corrections, or a seasoned correctional professional. We look forward to seeing you on the shore!
For more information, visit https://mymcja.com/mcja-conferences
MCJA 2026 Fall Conference Costs:
Group Rate Hotel Room- $79.00/$84.00;
Conference Pre Registration-Member Rate- $250;
Conference Pre- Registration-Non Member- $300;
Conference One Day Pass- $190.
Rates go up after September 25, 2026.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 150.00
Approval Code: P53108
This First Line Administrator (FLA) Program is mandated by COMAR for all police and correctional personnel assigned or promoted into their department’s first line administrator rank. Participants must complete this 35-hour program within 12 months of their promotion. This program meets the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission's and the Correctional Training Commission's objectives for First Line Administrators. This program equips participants with the core competencies needed to manage complex administrative functions, navigate human resources challenges, and effectively lead personnel in a high-stakes environment. To successfully complete the program, students will be required to take daily quizzes with a minimum average score of 75% and maintain at least a 90% attendance throughout the duration of the course. There is a strict deadline for registration of 1-week prior to the first day of class.
Important Notices:
- Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter the information TWO MONTHS prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster.
- The Date of Promotion to Current Rank is required to enroll in this course.
- Each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency per class date. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
- If the class is full and a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the First Line Administrator Waitlist Request Form.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $200 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost).
Program Approval Information P53108 / C21048
Hagerstown, MD
Fee: 395.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Hosted by the Washington County Police Academy at Hagerstown Community College
Our 4-day Less Lethal Instructor Certification Program (ICP) provides instructor-level training in the selection and deployment of Defense Technology’s less lethal products. Comprised of four eight-hour, instructor-level courses, the program covers OC aerosols and projectors, Less Lethal Impact Munitions, Chemical Agent Munitions, and Distraction Device® Munitions.
Registration is for each individual day or all 4 courses ($1,050).
- OC Instructor ($375)
- Chemical Agent Instructor ($395)
- LLIM Instructor ($375)
- DD Instructor ($395).
For more information and to register, visit training.defense-technology.com. Questions can be directed to Sgt. Kemmerer, [email protected].
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52871
This course is designed to enable participants, who are business professionals, to develop advanced skills needed to self-edit written business correspondence. Topics include: editing techniques and tools, communication objectives, audience analysis, planning your writing, and establishing business tone.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P52871 / C20921
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Gaithersburg PD
Fee: 895.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
Advertisement Only Hosted by Gaithersburg PD Course Name: TASER Instructor Certification (V24-US) The TASER Instructor Certification Course is designed to provide the instructional techniques and practical training necessary to reasonably, safely, and effectively train and certify operators in the use of TASER energy weapons. Through a structured blend of eLearning, comprehensive hands-on exercises, immersive VR modules, and real-world scenarios, this course equips participants with the tools to teach for successful outcomes. Students will gain a strong foundation in instructor development, focusing on how to deliver training in TASER energy weapon mechanics, deployment tactics, and troubleshooting. The course emphasizes critical safety protocols, de-escalation strategies, and legal considerations surrounding the use of force, preparing students to teach and certify operators according to established certification standards. Instruction includes both single probe and angled TASER energy weapon platforms. In addition, participants will learn how to leverage Axon VR to enhance realism, expand training options, and engage students in safe yet dynamic environments. For more information and to register, visit academy.evidence.com.
Firearms Training, 7320 Slacks Road, Sykesville
Fee: 400.00
Approval Code: P50360
This two-week school is a basic firearms program for pistol and Type 4 Long Gun (shotgun) for law enforcement and correctional officers. It meets all minimum standards established by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions. Please review all information carefully before requesting enrollment. MANDATORY PREREQUISITES Applicants not adhering to the listed requirements will be denied the seat until prerequisites are met. QUALIFICATIONS: - All students requesting enrollment are required to have scored a minimum of 85% on the last two years of day-fire handgun qualifications (this applies to duty weapon only, not secondary). These scores will be verified by the MPCTC Registrar and Rangemaster before confirming enrollment. Students not meeting this requirement will be automatically denied a seat in the course. - Per COMAR, applicants for Firearms Instructor need two or more years employment within the last 5 years as a law enforcement or correctional officer, during which employment the individual was authorized to use or carry a firearm for a minimum of 2 years. - Students should review COMAR 12.04.06.12 “Certification – Firearms Provisional Instructor, Line Instructor and Firearms Instructor” prior to attending the course. This regulation establishes minimum requirements for classroom instruction and firearms training and qualification course of fire for the certification of instructor classifications. The minimum passing score Commission-approved instructor qualification course of fire for handgun and Type 4 Long Gun is 90%. ROSTER LIMITATIONS: - This course is limited to 2 students per agency. Training coordinators can contact [email protected] to add additional students to the wait list. This restriction will be lifted if seats remain available 2 months prior to each program's start date. - Agencies are able to hold ONE TBD seat per YEAR as of 2024. Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter student details at least 2 months prior to the course start date. If a student name is not received by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster. - All registrations have a closing date of 1 month (30 days) prior to the course starting date. Any cancellations after the closing date may result in the forfeiture of the registration fee. - If a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the Firearms Instructor Waitlist Request Form. MATERIALS: Students are required to bring: - Duty weapon with 3 issued magazines. NOTE: NO SigSauer P320 Platforms allowed! - Leather gear (duty belt, holster, sturdy pants belt, belt keeper’s etc.) - 1,200 rounds of ammunition for pistol(must all be the same) - 15 rounds of 12 gauge – rifled slug ammunition for shotgun - 50 rounds of 12 gauge – 00 buck (9 pellet) ammunition for shotgun. - Preferred shotgun ammo is Federal LE 127 for both 00 Buck and Slug - ALL ammunition must be American made and from a reputable manufacturer. If the ammunition is re-manufactured, the casings must be brass or nickel – SAAMI specs (no aluminum). - Body armor if the student’s Department requires the wearing while on range. - Flashlight – Police style - Note taking materials - Proper range attire (see below) - Baseball style cap Uniform of the day or dress code: Students are required to present themselves in a professional manner at all times, to include attire. NO JEANS OR GRAPHIC T-SHIRTS. Students are to display identification in form of Agency badge, Agency identification card or Agency logo polo shirt. Proper range attire should include loose fitting clothing for comfort and button collar shirt for protection from shell casings. BDU trousers are excellent because of the extra pockets. Boots or good quality athletic shoes are to be worn along with a baseball style cap to help keep brace from your face/eyes. Additional Information: - All applicants for the MPCTC Firearms Instructor Training Program must receive approval from their home agency in order to register for this training (online registration implies approval). Students wishing to attend the course outside of authorization from their agency will not be permitted. Conditions and details on obtaining full Instructor Certification as required by MPCTC can be found here: mpctc.dpscs.maryland.gov/approval.htm - Applicants from any non-client law enforcement agencies will be admitted to the class only if there are vacant seats remaining within 1 week of the first day of training. This course is restricted to law enforcement only and not open to civilians. Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). Interested persons can email a signed registration form to [email protected] to be added to the non-client wait list. If a seat is offered, a credit card form must be submitted before being confirmed for the program. MPCTC accepts Visa or MasterCard (Credit Card Form); additional information is provided on the form.
Days 2-10: 7:30am-4:00pm
$400 client agencies/$500 non-client
Program Approval Information P50360 / C19960
Note: If a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the Firearms Instructor Waitlist Request Form.
Days 2-10: 7:30am-4:00pm
$400 client agencies/$500 non-client
Program Approval Information P50360 / C19960
Note: If a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the Firearms Instructor Waitlist Request Form.
Days 2-10: 7:30am-4:00pm
$400 client agencies/$500 non-client
Program Approval Information P50360 / C19960
Days 2-10: 7:30am-4:00pm
$400 client agencies/$500 non-client
Program Approval Information Pending
Days 2-10: 7:30am-4:00pm
$400 client agencies/$500 non-client
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Robey Public Safety Training Center
Fee: 655.00
Approval Code: P53221
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This 4-day program is our most comprehensive program on the Reid Technique. We have integrated all of our material from our standard three day program and our one day advanced program into a single presentation to give participants a complete presentation of the Reid Technique in a single course. The participant will receive a certificate showing 24 hours of instruction.
LEARN HOW TO: • Interpret verbal and non-verbal behavior to assess the credibility of a victim,
witness or suspect’s statements • How to use behavior provoking questions in the interview process • How to use THE REID NINE STEPS OF INTERROGATION® to: Develop interrogation strategies; Develop themes (persuasive statements); Develop the alternative question to elicit the first admission; Handle the more defiant subject and ‘overcome objections’; address the subject’s fears; move past the subject’s denials and motivate the subject to want to tell the truth
To register and for more information, visit Reid.com.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52868
This continuing education course is designed to provide instruction on Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its effects on employee engagement, motivation, and retention of top talent. Topics include Emotional Intelligence theories, assessing and learning individual EI style, as well as the styles of others, and self-reflection to identify their own areas of strength and opportunities.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P52868 / C20917
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Baltimore City Police Academy
Fee: 2500.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Level 1 & Level 2 Dual Certification
Gracie Survival Tactics (GST) is a revolutionary defensive tactics system based on Gracie Jiu-Jitsu that incorporates time-tested techniques into an easy-to-learn system designed to help officers verbally and physically de-escalate while humanely prevailing over a resistant and/or aggressive subjects.
GST Level 1 consists of 23 lessons that address the most common scenarios that a law enforcement professional is likely to confront in a hands-on encounter. This course is designed to take officers with absolutely no previous jiu-jitsu experience and equip them with the time-tested techniques and teaching methodologies to confidently instruct other officers within their organization. Instructors can reduce liability for their agency when they learn safe, effective and proven reality-based techniques.
GST Level 2 adds 17 more lessons to the GST Level 1 techniques to complete the system that will give law enforcement professionals the tools to survive and prevail in the ever-changing, fast-paced environment. Extra emphasis is given to the incorporation of multiple-officer tactics, including the groundbreaking new SafeWrap™ lateral restraint system, that will empower officers to work as a team to manage high-stress encounters with maximum efficiency and the lowest level of necessary force.
Open only to active (reserve/guard okay) military personnel, law enforcement personnel, corrections officers, or probation officers. (Firefighters/EMTs: please see GracieMedicalDefense.com)
For more information and to register, visit https://events.gracieuniversity.com/GST1-BALMD-110926.
Driver Training, 7310 Slacks Road, Sykesville
Fee: 500.00
Approval Code: P49470
This course is an Instructor Certification program for Emergency Vehicle Operations. The student who successfully completes the program will possess the prerequisites for certification under C.O.M.A.R. as either a Course Safety Officer or a Provisional Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor. Students should review COMAR 12.04.06.11 “Certification — Emergency Vehicle Operations Provisional Instructor; Emergency Vehicle Course Safety Officer; and Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor” prior to attending the course.This course is for law enforcement client-agencies only! Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). Conditions and details on obtaining full Instructor Certification as required by MPCTC can be found here: mpctc.dpscs.maryland.gov/approval.htm. Information for non-client agencies is provided further down in the course description. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS: Read thoroughly prior to requesting enrollment as information is new as of 2025. Applicants not adhering to the requirements will be denied or removed unless prerequisites are met. Pre-testing will not be required as of 2025. Roster Restrictions: Each roster is limited to 2 students per agency. Training coordinators can contact [email protected] to add students to the waitlist. Agencies holding a seat with a to-be-determined student will need to enter the information TWO MONTHS prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster. Users: All users of the Driver Training Facility must have a valid users agreement in force prior to registration. For additional information or confirmation of the user agreement status, contact Driver Training (410) 549-5732 Option #1. For safety reasons, students are required to operate Driver Training vehicles for Instructor training. No agency vehicles will be allowed on the skills training areas for this program. Fees: This roster has a closing date of 1 month (30 days) prior to the course starting date. Any cancellations after the closing date may result in the forfeiture of the registration fee. Non-Client Agency Seats: Applicants from any non-client agencies will be admitted to the class only if there are vacant seats remaining approximately one month prior to the course start date. Interested persons can email a signed registration form to [email protected] to be added to the non-client waitlist. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. If a seat is offered, a credit card form must be submitted before being confirmed for the program. MPCTC accepts Visa or MasterCard (Credit Card Form); additional information is provided on the form. A valid user agreement must also be in force prior to attending the program.
$500 for client agencies; $750 for non-client agencies.
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NOTE: Students should be prepared to adjust their schedule on Day 4 (Thursday) to evening shift. Specific times will be communicated on day 1 of the course.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P50132
This course is designed to enable the student to learn about techniques and methods use to better understand and work with difficult employees. Topics to be covered include personal problems, emotional problems, mitigating practices and techniques, and the difference between difficult and different kinds of people.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P50132 / C19891
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Driver Training, 7310 Slacks Road, Sykesville
Fee: 200.00
Approval Code: P50234
This is a 2-day Emergency Vehicle Response refresher training. The student will receive instruction and refresher on: skid control, braking techniques, precision driving (cone courses), vehicle dynamics, accident avoidance and emergency pursuit operations. This course is for certified police officers only! IMPORTANT NOTICES Limits: This course is limited to 3 students per agency. Training coordinators can contact [email protected] to add students to the waitlist. Users: All users of the Driver Training Facility must have a valid users agreement in force prior to registration. For additional information or confirmation of the user agreement status, contact Driver Training (410) 549-5732 Option #1. For safety reasons, students are required to operate Driver Training vehicles for in-service training. No agency vehicles will be allowed on the skills training areas for this program. Deadlines: All registrations have a closing date of 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the course starting date. Any cancellations after the closing date may result in the forfeiture of the registration fee. Agencies holding a seat with a to-be-determined student will need to enter the information one month prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster. LGIT Members: For client agencies that are Local Government Insurance Trust members (LGIT), the agency training coordinator is required to register through the MPCTC Portal. Please note LGIT in parentheses after the last name of the student [Example: John Doe (LGIT)]. The request will only be confirmed when the LGIT Coordinator verifies the participants authorization under LGIT. Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). Non-Client Agency Seats: Applicants from any non-client agencies will be admitted to the class if there are vacant seats remaining approximately one month prior to the course start date. Interested persons can email a signed registration form to [email protected] to be added to the non-client waitlist. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. This can be an agency head, supervisor, or training coordinator – someone to authorize the student to take this course. If a seat is offered, the agency will have to submit a credit card form before being confirmed for the program. MD Police & Correctional Training Commissions accepts Visa or MasterCard (Credit Card Form); additional information is provided on the form. All users of the Driver Training Facility must have a valid users agreement in force prior to registration.
Carroll County Sheriff's
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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Improve your safety on the road. Attend this no-cost, 8-hour course to discuss best practices and tactics to improve your safety during traffic stops, emergency response driving, all-weather driving, and roadway operations while outside of your vehicle.
To register and for more information, visit https://registration.iir.com/NLERSP/12390.
Carroll County Sheriff's
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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This Train-the-Trainer Workshop:
- Assists law enforcement trainers in developing and delivering their agencies’ in-house roadway safety training based on National Law Enforcement Roadway Safety Program (NLERSP) concepts.
- Challenges trainers to utilize research-based techniques to increase student engagement and learning.
- Engages participants through practical teach-back exercises.
NOTE: To attend the Train-the-Trainer Session you must have attended the Patrol Officer Session, the day before.
To register and for more information, visit https://registration.iir.com/NLERSP/12391.
Gaithersburg PD
Fee: 300.00
Approval Code: NtPrvd
Advertisement Only Hosted by Gaithersburg PD Learn how to safely use and maintain your weapon in a one day (8 hour) class. (To be eligible to take the Armorers Course you must be an active/retired law enforcement or military officer, private security, GLOCK Stocking Dealer/Range Program Employee or current GSSF member.) For more information & to register, visit GlockTraining.com.
PSETC Driver Training Facility
Fee: 20.00
Approval Code: P50830
This half-day training encompasses refresher training in vehicle operation and everyday hazards of emergency/non emergency driving. Students will utilize the training simulator technology along with a classroom portion highlighting defensive driving and dangerous expectations. *Warning: Risk of Simulator Sickness* Driving simulators provide a realistic visual experience of driving. However, some users may experience symptoms similar to car or motion sickness, including nausea, dizziness, fatigue, disorientation, or eye strain. This occurs due to sensory conflict: your eyes perceive motion from the screen, but your inner ear and body do not feel the corresponding movement. Some individuals may be more susceptible to these effects than others. While the instructors will take precautions including short sessions and frequent breaks, students who easily experience motion sickness should take this warning into consideration before enrolling.
$20 for both client and non-client agencies; DPSCS staff attend at no-cost
Limited to 2 students per agency at this time.
Program Approval P50830 / C20391
Training Coordinators: Contact [email protected] to add students to the waitlist.
PSETC, Sykesville, MD
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C19841
Students will receive training for duties and responsibilities of the Institutional Fire Safety Officer for Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI), Adult Detention Centers (ADC) and Adult Community Corrections Facilities (ACF). The course content is specific to correctional institutions and provided for designated institutional fire safety officers. Seating priority must be given to those working in the correctional facilities. DPP Fire Watch Staff are welcome to request enrollment if seats remain available approximately 2 weeks prior to each course start date.
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PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: Pending
This course is designed to provide public safety managers and supervisors with the tools to manage planned change in their teams and organizations. Participants will examine techniques to produce behavior that enables change, and strategies and models for dealing with resistance to change. This course stresses the role of communication in managing orderly change. Topics to be covered include Three-Phase Transition Model of Change, leadership tasks and responsibilities, change communication strategies, identifying and managing resistance to change, and change implementation tools.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Approval Information Pending
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Annapolis PD
Fee: 450.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
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This course is designed for Patrol Officers and Investigators. Students will first learn about video surveillance technology and how we perceive the recorded image. Students will learn the best practices in properly obtaining video surveillance from various types of video surveillance recorders to obtain the best quality videos. Proper handling of Digital Multimedia Evidence will be discussed which will increase the likelihood of court admissibility in criminal cases. Forensic Video Enhancement software will be discussed that can be used to clarify videos and images for comparison and contrasting. This will include hands-on training using 10 different DVR and NVR systems to extract video files.
Students will need a laptop or windows tablet (NO IPAD) with internet capability.
For more information and to register, visit hi-techinvestigations.com.
PSETC Physical Training Center, Sykesville
Fee: 400.00
Approval Code: P53471
This course will teach candidates the skills needed to teach defensive tactics at the entrance academy and in-service levels. Topics to be taught include Tactical Awareness, Teaching Philosophies in DT, Ground Defense, Takedowns, Takedown Defense, Weapon Retention and Takeaways, Tactical Cuffing, SPEAR Philosophies and use, Using Social Media/Video to our advantage as instructors, Personal Weapons, Recovery from a Grounded Position, Grappling, Clinch Defense/Offense, Krav Maga Choke Defenses, Classroom Safety/Limiting Injuries as a DT Instructor, Time Management as an Instructor. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Prior to being accepted into the program, each student must be able to pass the Cooper’s Fitness Assessment with a minimum score of 50%. Students who fail the physical test will be removed from the roster, and not charged the fee for the course. Students on the waitlist should also attend the physical assessment. Click here for the Fitness Standards Scale This training is a very intense, hands-on and physically demanding course. Extensive classroom work is required. Graduates will be certified by MPCTC as Law Enforcement/Correctional Provisional Instructors. An equipment list will be sent to students who pass the physical assessment. Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). Non-client agencies interested in attending the course should email a signed registration form to [email protected] in order to enroll. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. This can be an agency head, or unit supervisor – someone to authorize the student to take this course. MD Police & Correctional Training Commissions requires credit card information in order to process non-client enrollments (Visa or MasterCard). Agencies holding a TBD seat must provide the student information ONE MONTH PRIOR to the physical assessment date!!
8:00am – 4:00pm
PSETC Physical Training Center (PTC), 905 2nd St, Sykesville, MD
Cost is $400 for client agencies, $600 for non-client agencies. DPSCS personnel attend at no cost.
Program Approval Information P53471 / C21143
IMPORTANT: The required physical assessment is scheduled for Thursday, November 5th at 8:00am at the PTC (address above). Proper fitness attire is required.
NOTE: If a training coordinator wishes to place a student on the waitlist, please complete the DT Instructor Program Waitlist Request Form. Waitlisted students will be expected to attend the physical assessment date so to be vetted in case a seat opens up!
Ocean View PD, Delaware
Fee: 425.00
Approval Code: NtPrvd
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Taught by current and former law enforcement officials with extensive real-world experience in managing property and evidence. All training topics address Best Business Practices and IAPE Professional Standards. IAPE Training Course Includes: Sexual Assault Evidence, DNA Storage Issues, Audits and Inventories, Documentation, Packaging Standards, Design Criteria, Shelving, Temporary Lockers, Space Utilization, Bar Codes, Firearms Handling, Drug and Narcotics Handling, Money Safeguards, Purging Guidelines, Evidence Auctions, Diversion Procedures, Bio-Hazards / HAZMAT Materials, Disposal Procedures, Liabilities / Case Studies, Security.
To register and for more information, visit https://welcome.iape.org.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P51474
This course is designed to enable the student to learn supervisory skills. Students will learn various techniques to modify work-related behavior and to motivate employees. Topics include: listening skills; communication skills; problem solving models; past leaders and leadership styles; documentation.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P51474 / C20399
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Washington County Sheriff
Fee: 550.00
Approval Code: NtPrvd
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Our 16 hour AR15/M16/M4/AR308 Armorer course provides Industry Standard 5 year Armorer's Certification. Law Enforcement Agencies are deploying or are in the process of issuing carbine rifles to Patrol Officers, Supervisors, and Tactical Units. With that comes the need of having qualified Armorers or Range Masters to service and maintain these weapons on a regular basis. This course covers all M16/AR15/M4 & AR308 type weapons systems made and their variants. Armorers will be certified in the proper maintenance, care, and repair of these weapons systems, including semi-auto and select-fire trigger systems. This program follows the Manufacturer’s guidelines and is taught by FBI and NRA Certified Instructors. SWAT Magazine has featured SLR15 Rifles and Greg Sullivan “Sully” (the primary instructor for this course) as a cover story. Sully has also had numerous write ups in Guns & Ammo Magazine, SWAT Magazine, Gun & Weapons for Law Enforcement Magazine, Shooting Times Magazine, Precision Rifle Magazine, and several other publications.
All tools, manuals, and anything else that is necessary is supplied. Students are required to bring their own weapon systems to get familiar with their own configuration and modifications, plus this allows the time for a good thorough cleaning and inspection, plus we can replace and repair any parts necessary. This is a very intensive course that we cover in 2-days, so be prepared to get a lot of hands on knowledge.
For more information and to register, visit TheDefensiveEdge.com.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52136
This course is designed to enable the student, who is a manager or supervisor, to learn how to foster an environment that encourages creative problem solving and improvement and creating a healthy workplace where employees can constantly work to improve the way things are done. Topics to be covered include incorporating critical thinking elements throughout the workday, fostering questions and open discussion, creating diversity in work groups and discussions, and creating time to evaluate situations in order to make better decisions.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Info P52136 / C20626
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Washington County Sheriff's
Fee: 550.00
Approval Code: NtPrvd
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The Armoring Course covers the duty/defensive type pump and semi-auto shotguns from Remington, Mossberg, and Benelli. Models covered: Remington 870, 1100 / 1187 | Mossberg 500 / 590 | Benelli M1-90 / M2, M3, M4 / 1014
All tools, manuals, and anything else that is necessary is supplied.. Students are required to bring their own weapon systems to get familiar with their own configuration and modifications, plus this allows the time for a good thorough cleaning and inspection, plus we can replace and repair any parts necessary. This is a very intensive course that we cover, so be prepared to get a lot of hands on knowledge.
For more information and to register, visit TheDefensiveEdge.com.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52869
This course is designed to enable the student to learn the art of effective management and supervision. Topics to be covered include essential roles and responsibilities of a manager, leadership, motivational and team-building skills, techniques and strategies for communication, and conflict resolution.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P52869 / C20919
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P50382
This course for managers and supervisors is designed to provide instruction on how to engage employees in a way that will motivate and retain them, and contribute to a successful work environment. Topics to be covered include the importance of engagement, types of motivation, rewards and recognition, motivating remote employees to keep them focused and engaged, and interpersonal relationships.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P50382/C19977
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Harford Co Sheriff, Edgewood, MD
Fee: 954.00
Approval Code: NtPrvd
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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.
For more information and to register, visit https://www.ntoa.org/training. Contact Cpl. Zach Burriss ([email protected]) with any questions.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52299
This course is designed to enable the student to learn to develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to deliver effective oral presentations. Topics to be covered include dealing with anxiety, audience analysis, presentation planning, and engaging the audience. (Class Names: Making Effective Presentations / Presentation Skills for Business Professionals)
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P52299 / C20688
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52120
This course, for managers and supervisors or aspiring supervisors, is designed to teach the basics of servant leadership and differences between the traditional power model of leading and a servant led model, relating to equity and sustainability in decision-making. Topics to be covered include purpose behind servant leadership, the business case for servant leadership, and how servant leadership can lead to higher engagement, more trust, and stronger relationships with stakeholders, leading to high velocity decision making.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Info P52120 / C20599
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
Gaithersburg PD
Fee: 445.00
Approval Code: Nt Prvded
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This course is designed for both background investigators, supervisors and human resource policy makers. Law enforcement strives for professionalism; however, abuses by officers cast a negative light on entire organization. An examination of the past behavior of some involved officers reveals that a pattern of undesirable behavior existed prior to appointment as a police official. This behavior was unknown to the hiring agency due to inadequate or non-existent applicant screening. The integrity and ethical reputation of a police department mandates a thorough background investigation of police applicants. This course offers a systematic approach to background investigations which will assist in making informed hiring decisions.
For more information and to register, visit lawenforcementseminars.com.
PSETC - Sykesville
Fee: 4500.00
Approval Code: Various
The Police Entrance Level Program course of instruction for members of small to medium-sized police agencies. The Police Academy curriculum incorporates community policing strategies with a strong emphasis on Scenario-Based Learning (SBL) activities throughout the training. The course serves officers from municipal police departments, county sheriffs’ offices, school and university police departments WHO DO NOT HAVE AN ENTRY LEVEL TRAINING PROGRAM. Instruction includes; Organizational principles and law; Patrol tactics; Traffic Laws and Enforcements; Criminal investigations; Emergency medical care; Radio Communications; Report writing and composition; Crime prevention; Crisis intervention; Protective strategies and tactics; Emergency vehicle operations, Prisoner processing and security; Courtroom preparation and testimony; Health and wellness; Terrorism and weapons of mass destruction and Police officer firearms training and qualification. Each week is devoted to the problem-solving process to practical police problems. Note: Course fee does not include Ammo, Clothing or Lodging.
Program Approval Information
Notes Regarding Roster & Payments (Please Read Carefully)
- Though the online roster is open, we will only accept 24 students. Agencies can add an unlimited number of recruits to the roster; however, a maximum of 5 per agency will be admitted to the academy.
- Since the roster will remain open through the Fitness Assessment dates, placing TBD holds is not necessary. MPCTC will track dates that names are provided. Agencies can opt to enter holds by using TBD in the mandatory fields and 999999 as the certification number. Login to "edit" the student enrollment to provide details once confirmed.
- Agencies will be contacted with an offer of seat(s) after the final mandatory physical assessment date (information below). In order to secure the seat(s), a non-refundable 50% deposit will be billed on February 8th, 2027. No names will be confirmed on the roster until the agency commits to the seat and the deposit.
- The remainder of the tuition balance will be due after day 30 of the academy.
Class 41 - Important Dates:
Fitness Assessment Dates: November 12th (Thursday), December 19th (Saturday) and January 20th (Wednesday)
- 9:00am | PSETC Physical Training Center (905 2nd Street, Sykesville)
- Several assessment dates have been scheduled to allow for retesting of any failed applicants. Recruits only need to attend one date so long as they pass the assessment.
- The last day to submit a name is Wednesday, January 13th, 2027 to allow time to schedule for the last assessment date. The roster will lock to new names at this time.
- Agencies and recruits should be sure to review the Academy Physical Test Standards prior to the assessment (updated as of October 2024).
- Agencies cannot test their own recruits and send the results. All testing is completed in-person by MPCTC PEL academy staff.
- A signed medical affirmation must be presented for each candidate on the day of the assessment or they will not be able to participate.
- Questions regarding the fitness assessment can be directed to PEL Manager [email protected].
February 3, 2027 (Wednesday) - Agency Orientation
- 10:00am | PSETC Sykesville
- Details regarding the agency orientation will be sent after recruits are confirmed on the roster.
February 8, 2027 (Monday) - Deposit Billed
- A non-refundable 50% deposit will be billed to secure the seat(s).
February 20, 2027 (Saturday) - Recruit Orientation
- 9:00am | PSETC Sykesville
- Recruit orientation will consist of staff and student introductions. Details will be provided once the roster is confirmed, as well as at the agency orientation.
March 1, 2027 (Monday)
- Day 1 of the Academy
March 5, 2027 (Friday) - AFC Submission Deadline
- Recruit Applications for Certification (AFCs) are due to the MPCTC Certification unit.
April 2, 2027 (Friday) - Tuition Balance Due
- The remainder of the tuition balance will be due after day 30 of the academy.
August 27, 2027 (Friday)
- Graduation Day (details provided once date approaches)
Firearms Training, 7320 Slacks Road
Fee: 300.00
Approval Code: P50366
The 1 week program is for law enforcement and correctional officers. It is designed to instruct the officer in the basic rifle. It meets all minimum standards established by MPCTC. Please review all information carefully before requesting enrollment. REQUIREMENTS: - All registrations have a closing date of 1 month (30 days) prior to the course starting date. Any cancellations after the closing date may result in the forfeiture of the registration fee. - This course is limited to 1 student per agency. Training coordinators can contact [email protected] to add students to the wait list. - Agencies are able to hold ONE TBD seat per YEAR as of 2025. Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter student details at least 2 months prior to the course start date. If a student name is not received by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster. - All applicants for the MPCTC Rifle School Program must receive approval from their home agency in order to register for this training (online registration implies approval). Students wishing to attend the course outside of authorization from their agency will not be permitted. - Applicants from any non-client agencies will be admitted to the class only if there are vacant seats remaining within 1 week of the first day of training. Interested persons can email a signed registration form with payment method indicated to [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Client Agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). MD Police & Correctional Training Commissions requires credit card information in order to process non-client enrollments (Visa or MasterCard). - Students are required to bring: a M16/AR15 Rifle equipped with iron sights and a military style web sling with a metal keeper for length adjustment, 800 rounds of .223 Remington rifle and 100 rounds of handgun duty ammunition, duty belt with holster and service pistol. Students are required to bring note taking material. A manual will be provided during the program with an electronic copy given at the conclusion of the program. NOTE: NO SigSauer P320 Platforms allowed!
$300 client agencies/$400 non-client
Program Approval Information P50366 / C19966
Contact [email protected] to add a student to the waitlist.
$300 client agencies/$400 non-client
Program Approval Information P50366 / C19966
Contact [email protected] to add a student to the waitlist.
$300 client agencies/$400 non-client
Program Approval Information Pending
Contact [email protected] to add a student to the waitlist.
Firearms Training, 7320 Slacks Road, Sykesville
Fee: 100.00
Approval Code: P50424
The Firearms Training Unit has developed a new curriculum designed to further develop current firearms instructors. After the introduction of House Bill 218 (LEOSA) in 2005, agency firearms instructors are seeing more and more revolvers on their firing line. This is due to the fact that now retirees can come back and get their LEOSA permit to carry nationwide. Many of our older retirees carried revolvers when they were active and wish to do so in retirement. The problem this creates is that less and less current instructors are certified to teach revolver. If they aren’t certified in revolver, they cannot work a firing line with a revolver. This two day class will allow instructors to add the revolver to the list of weapons they are able to teach. Please note:This course is only open to MPCTC client-agencies. Client agencies are Maryland certified agencies under the regulated authority of the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions (MPCTC). The Firearms Training Unit will be supplying the weapons, holsters, and speed loaders for each student. MPCTC does NOT supply ammo for this course!! Please ensure enrolled students work with their agency's procurement process in order to purchase the required ammo prior to attending this course. Students will need to bring 500 rounds of .38 special ammo, which can be hollow point, round nose, jacketed, or semi-wad cutter ammo. Do not bring Wad Cutter ammunition as you may have loading issues in the revolver when using speed loaders. If you have a revolver you wish to use in the school, it will have to be pre-approved by Firearms Staff prior to the start of the school. No race guns! Contact [email protected] with questions regarding weapons. Other equipment students will need for the class is a Sam Browne belt and belt keepers, along with note taking material. Please wear proper range attire, meaning no jeans or graphic t-shirts. BDU's and a logo shirts are preferred. Training Coordinators can contact [email protected] to add students to the wait list.
Program Approval Information P50424 / C19982
Gaithersburg PD
Fee: 1595.00
Approval Code: NtPrvded
Advertisement Only Hosted by Gaithersburg PD Most training programs focus solely on content delivery—providing information for participants to study, retain, and (hopefully) apply. This hybrid course takes a transformative approach, blending self-paced online modules with dynamic, in-person workshops designed to emphasize the practical application of material tailored to your specific area of law enforcement training. Participants will complete up to 20 hours of thoughtfully designed pre-course materials to lay a solid foundation for the immersive, three-day workshop. This preparation ensures that you arrive ready to fully engage in the workshop’s interactive sessions, which focus on active participation and hands-on skill-building. By the end of the course, you’ll walk away equipped with practical tools and strategies that can be implemented in your agency immediately. But the learning doesn’t stop there. To help you sustain your growth and achieve lasting results, this course includes post-course materials and booster sessions. These resources are designed to keep you on track, introduce advanced techniques, and provide access to additional tools for refining and enhancing your training programs. With this ongoing support, you’ll have everything you need to accelerate your professional development and deliver meaningful, lasting value to your agency or organization. For more information and to register, visit events.forcescience.com.
Washington County Public Safety Training Center
Fee: 895.00
Approval Code: NtPrv
Advertisement Only Hosted by the Washington County Sheriff's Office This course will provide you with a more thorough understanding of the physics that are applied in the reconstruction of a traffic crash or any other incident where motion is involved. While some of the topics discussed in the course are introduced in basic crash investigation and reconstruction courses, they will be given significantly more in-depth coverage in this course. In addition, Applied Physics for the Traffic Crash Investigator will prepare you for the concepts presented in advanced reconstruction courses using computer modeling. For more information and to register, visit www.IPTM.org.
Gaithersburg PD
Fee: 445.00
Approval Code: NtPrvded
Advertisement Only Hosted by Gaithersburg PD This course is designed for individuals assigned to the responsibility of conducting internal affairs investigations as well as supervisors and command personnel with departmental oversight. Law enforcement administration is charged with the responsibility and has the authority to maintain discipline within the police department. Citizens should be provided a fair and effective avenue for redress of their legitimate grievances against members of the department. The department also has the responsibility to protect members of their agency from false allegations. This course offers a global perspective of the internal affairs process in a systematic framework designed to provide for informed decisions. For more information and to register, visit lawenforcementseminars.com.
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P53479
In this course, you will learn how to identify and understand your best emotional response to stress, how to better communicate under stress, make better decisions, and reduce burn-out in even the most challenging positions. Students should dress comfortably as there may be some light stretching exercises. MPCTC encourages students to wear flexible clothes while still following the dress code of the Public Safety Education & Training Center. The dress code is business casual; jeans, tee shirts and sneakers are not acceptable.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P53479 / C21161
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 35.00
Approval Code: P52500
This introductory, hands-on course helps instructors understand the basics of artificial intelligence and explore how AI tools can support teaching and learning. Participants will learn about key AI concepts, practical classroom applications, and ethical considerations. The session includes guided practice with generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and an overview of effective prompt writing.
$35 for client agencies (Includes DPSCS) / $50 for non-client agencies
Program Approval Information P52500/C20758
Please note that each LDI program is limited to 5 students per agency. If you wish to place additional names on a waitlist in case the cap is lifted, please contact [email protected]
7320 Slacks Road
Fee: 500.00
Approval Code: P50351
This Entrance Level program is for students who enrolled with Prince George's County Municipal Academy.
Driver Training Facility
Fee: 500.00
Approval Code: DT0002
Mandated EVOC