Courses & Events

This advanced training builds on Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and equips officers with additional skills to recognize impairment caused by drugs other than alcohol. Participants learn to identify signs and symptoms of drug impairment, articulate reasonable suspicion, and support probable cause for DUI Drug arrests and toxicology testing. The course is designed for currently credentialed SFST officers who demonstrate proficiency in the SFST test battery.


November 17-18, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
March 2-3, 2027, Learning Center Classroom Bldg
April 20-21, 2027, Riley County Public Works Training Room
May 13-14, 2027, Hays KLETC Regional Site
This course provides the most recent state and federal case law directly affecting Kansas street officers. During the class, there will also be deeper discussions about current hot topics in constitutional law enforcement practices, policies, and procedures.


Wednesday, December 2, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
This class will give an overview of civil process in the State of Kansas, which will include basic civil versus criminal law; types of court orders and documents served, with specifics on Protection Orders, Writs of Execution, Evictions, Probate Orders and Tax Warrants and the service of process. Handouts will be provided with time allowed for questions on any of the material covered.


Monday, September 14, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Memorial Hall
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
This is a 4-hour class that will cover what an officer or deputy can and cannot enforce regarding commercial motor vehicles and drivers.


Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
Non-fatal strangulation is an indicator of lethality in domestic and sexual violence cases that can at times be overlooked. In this interactive class, learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of strangulation as well as how to ask "the right questions" that will take into consideration how trauma may affect the victim's response.


Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Kingman Expo Ctr
Thursday, November 5, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
Proper operation of an emergency vehicle is critical for police officers and public safety. In the Emergency Vehicle Operation course, participants become familiar with terminology, driving skills and liability issues that relate to the operation of a police vehicle, and will equip participants with necessary skills, techniques, and operational principles.


Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Dodge City Raceway Park
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, Dodge City Raceway Park
The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) and the Dodge City Police Department (DCPD) are proud to present a 2-day, specialized training designed to enhance your knowledge and investigative approach to criminal street gangs and criminal enterprises.


November 18-19, 2026, Dodge City Municipal Services Building
Retirement is a major life transition that extends beyond leaving the profession. This evidence-based course helps participants prepare for a fulfilling and purposeful retirement by exploring goal setting, financial readiness, relationships, and overall wellness. Through guided discussion and practical exercises, participants will create a personalized plan to support a smooth, rewarding transition into the next chapter of their lives.


Thursday, September 17, 2026, Seward Co Event Center
This course prepares law enforcement and first responders to provide immediate, life-saving medical care during active and high-risk incidents. Participants review essential tactical medical skills, use-of-force considerations, and officer liability, then apply those concepts through hands-on drills and realistic scenarios. The training emphasizes sound judgment, situational awareness, and effective documentation to improve survival outcomes and enhance safety for officers, responders, and civilians during critical incidents.


September 23-24, 2026, Dodge City KLETC Regional Site
November 19-20, 2026, Learning Center Classroom Bldg
February 9-10, 2027, Learning Center Classroom Bldg