Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center

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Courses & Events

Midwest Vice Investigators Summit

The Summit is an investigator led training event designed to exchange best practices, emerging trends, and investigative strategies related to human trafficking, commercial sex, and gambling.

December 4-5, 2019, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #123 (Oklahoma City, OK)

No One Fights Alone - Officer Resiliency and Self-Care

Kevin Briggs, retired California Highway Patrol Sergeant, spent his career working the Golden Gate Bridge and seeing people at their worst.

This course contains no sessions
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Tactical Medical for First Responders

The Tactical Medical for First Responders program is designed to define a Medical Threat Assessment, to include a medical plan for a tactical operation.

Thursday, October 31, 2019, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
Tuesday, November 5, 2019, Lyon County Sheriff's Office (Emporia, KS)
Tuesday, December 3, 2019, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
Thursday, January 23, 2020, Goodland Police Department (Goodland , KS)

Kansas Anti-Human Trafficking Training: A Multidisciplinary Focused Approach

This training will provide an overview of human trafficking in Kansas, review Kansas human trafficking laws, discuss vulnerabilities that may place a child at risk for trafficking, explore the impact of trauma on victims and appropriate responses, clarify the roles of different disciplines and address the importance of a collaborative approach.

Wednesday, October 30, 2019, Kansas Oil and Gas Museum (Great Bend, KS)
Thursday, October 31, 2019, Lyon County Fairgrounds- Anderson Building (Emporia, KS)
Tuesday, November 12, 2019, Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium (Pittsburg, KS)
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, Sedgwick County Child Advocacy Center (Wichita, KS)
Monday, November 25, 2019, Washburn University KBI Forensic Science Center (Topeka, KS)
Tuesday, November 26, 2019, Kansas Memorial Hall (Kansas City, KS)

Legal and Legislative Updates

This 6-hour block of instruction will provide Kansas Law Enforcement an opportunity to obtain legal and legislative updates that affect police operations and investigations. 

Wednesday, October 30, 2019, The Venue (Derby, KS)

Below 100

The mission of Below 100 is to reduce the line-of-duty deaths below 100 per year.

Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Colby Fire Dept (Colby, KS)
Wednesday, December 18, 2019, Seward County Activity Center (Liberal, KS)

Drug Identification and Field Testing Certification

This course prepares participants through instruction and practice to identify illegal substances during the course of their duties, use the correct field testing kits demonstrated by taking a final exam, and properly package and submit these substances to the KBI lab.

Wednesday, November 6, 2019, Washburn University KBI Forensic Science Center (Topeka, KS)
Thursday, November 7, 2019, Bicknell Family Center for the Arts - Pittsburg State University (Pittsburg, KS)
Tuesday, January 21, 2020, Ford County Sheriff's Office (Dodge City, KS)
Wednesday, January 22, 2020, Saline County Sheriff's Office (Salina, KS)
Thursday, January 23, 2020, Derby Public Library (Derby, KS)

Law Enforcement Leadership Academy - Supervisor School

This 40-hour program is geared toward frontline and newly promoted supervisors.

Please register at: LELA-Supervisor


October 14-18, 2019, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
April 13-17, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
October 12-16, 2020, KLETC Campus Integrity Auditorium (Hutchinson, KS)

Crisis Intervention Training

The training is designed for law enforcement officers and dispatchers who, in their duties, are frequently called upon to deal with individuals who are suffering from brain disorders and mental health issues.

December 2-6, 2019, KLETC Campus Integrity Auditorium (Hutchinson, KS)

Sovereign Citizens & Domestic Terrorism

This 8 hour class will help participants identify, prepare for and respond to the Sovereignty Movement and to protect themselves during encounters.

This course contains no sessions
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Field Training Officer Program

This seminar will train officers who conduct training for law enforcement officers, as well as supervisors who oversee the officers and the recruits they are training.

November 18-20, 2019, The Brief Space (Hays, KS)

Firearms Instructor School

The Firearms Instructor School is intended to increase the teaching skills of the firearms instructor.

This course contains no sessions
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Instructor Development School

The Instructor Development School is designed to enhance the teaching skills of law enforcement instructors.

This course contains no sessions
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GLOCK Advanced Armorer's Course

Two day (16 hour) class that goes beyond the basic armorers course and discusses advanced maintenance and service issues for the GLOCK pistol.
(Current armorers with at least 2 years experience are eligible for the Advanced Armorer's Course (AA).

Please register at: AAC-Advanced Armorer's Course

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


February 19-20, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

GLOCK Armorer's Course

Learn how to safely use and maintain your weapon in a one day (8 hour) class.

Please register at: AC-Armorer's Course

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


Tuesday, February 18, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Kansas Lethal Weapon Course: Investigating and Prosecuting DUI Related Fatalities

This course is specifically designed for Kansas prosecutors who handle and charge vehicular fatal cases and officers that deal with fatal crashes.

This course contains no sessions
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Law Enforcement Leadership Academy - Foundation/Intro to Supervision

This 2-day offering is suggested for law enforcement professionals who are considering a promotional opportunity, have been recently promoted, or are new to the Public Management Center's Law Enforcement Leadership Academy.

Please register at: Intro to LELA


February 25-26, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
April 21-22, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
July 14-15, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)
September 22-23, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Blue Courage

Blue Courage is a transformational two-day leadership development workshop designed for all levels of a law enforcement organization.

November 11-12, 2019, Gardner Justice Center (Gardner, KS)

AR15 / M4 / M16 Rifle Armorer Course

This course covers all M16/AR15 type carbine 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.

Please register at: AR15/M4/M16 Rifle Armorer Course

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


May 19-20, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Bolt Action Sniper Rifle Armorer Course

Law Enforcement Snipers & Marksman need to be able to maintain and inspect their rifles to keep them in working order. The course covers the Bolt Action Sniper Rifle systems of the Remington 700 series, Savage 10/110 series, and Winchester/FN 70 series type rifles.
Please register at:Bolt Action Sniper Rifle Armorer Course

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


Monday, May 18, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

KS Association of Hostage Negotiators (KAHN) Simulation

This training is a field exercise for the Kansas Association of Hostage Negotiators (KAHN) which will consist of a group presentation and simulation break out session.

Tuesday, October 29, 2019, KLETC Campus Integrity Auditorium (Hutchinson, KS)

Law Enforcement Leadership Academy - Command School

The LELA Command School is a 300-hour, competency-based professional development program which blends classroom instruction with additional online coursework to deliver the concepts, tools, and practical resources needed for effective management.

Please register at: LELA-Command


January 13, 2020 to November 20, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Law Enforcement Shotgun Armorer Course

This is a hands-on course that will teach Armorers to maintain, diagnose problems, inspect for wear, and repair their agencies shotguns. This program follows the Manufacturer's guidelines and is taught by FBI and NRA Certified Instructors.

Please register at: 2 Day Law Enforcement Shotgun Armorer Course

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


May 21-22, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Sig Sauer: MPX

The program content focuses on the mechanical functioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and field repair of the SIG SAUER MPX platform.

Please register at: SIG SAUER ACADEMY

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


Tuesday, February 11, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

SIG SAUER: P320 Armorer

The program content focuses on the mechanical functioning, disassembly/reassembly, maintenance, troubleshooting, and field repair of the SIG SAUER P320 pistol.

Please register at: SIG SAUER ACADEMY

For Meals and Lodging at KLETC, please contact Jenny Caywood at 620.694.1449 or jcaywood@kletc.org for reservations.


Wednesday, February 12, 2020, KLETC Campus Learning Center Classroom Bldg (Hutchinson, KS)

Civil Process

This class will give an overview of civil process in the State of Kansas.

Wednesday, December 11, 2019, Pratt County Sheriff's Office (Pratt, KS)

Detecting Deception for Certified Fire Investigators

This course is designed to enhance your interview skills along with learning how to recognize truthful and deceptive behaviors. This training class will cover communication skills, developing rapport, theme development, as well as verbal and non-verbal signs to improve students ability to recognize truthful and deceptive behaviors. Law enforcement professionals and Fire Department investigators will benefit from this unique and interactive training.

This course contains no sessions
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Domestic Violence, Protection Order, Stalking and Elder Abuse Response and Investigation

A 6-hour, one day class designed to define domestic violence, protection order, stalking, and elder abuse. Responding to and investigating domestic violence, stalking orders, and elder abuse will be discussed along with the limitations of protection orders.

Thursday, January 9, 2020, Sam Smith Training Room (Ottawa, KS)
Wednesday, February 19, 2020, The Venue (Derby, KS)
Wednesday, March 18, 2020, The Library (Eureka, KS)
Wednesday, June 17, 2020, Goodland Police Department (Goodland , KS)

Responding to Mental Health Crisis: A Closer Look at Suicide by Cop

Description: Responding to Mental Health Crisis: A Closer Look at Suicide by Cop is an 8-hour, one day class designed to assist participants in identifying, understanding and responding to consumers in crisis. Participants will gain skills that will aid them in making appropriate decisions when encountering consumers in crisis. Instructor AJ Schmidt will provide participants a crisis intervention overview, a short description of potential causes of delusional behavior, potential de-escalation techniques, and an in-depth look with discussion of an actual officer involved shooting incident.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020, KLETC Campus Integrity Auditorium (Hutchinson, KS)
Thursday, February 27, 2020, Seward County Activity Center (Liberal, KS)
Wednesday, April 8, 2020, Frontier Stage (Hill City, KS)
Thursday, May 14, 2020, CL Hoover Opera House (Junction City, KS)

Responding to People with Dementia, Alzheimer's and Autism

Responding to People with Dementia, Alzheimer's and Autism is a 6 hour, one day class (9-4) designed to assist participants in recognizing consumers presenting with Dementia or Autism in an attempt to better serve those individual's needs during stressful encounters through better communication.

Tuesday, December 10, 2019, Sumner County Sheriff's Office (Wellington, KS)