Courses & Events

Clear, accurate reports are critical to effective policing and successful case outcomes. This course provides practical, hands-on instruction to help public safety professionals write clear, well-organized, and legally sound reports that clearly articulate facts and probable cause. Participants will learn proven strategies for structuring reports, documenting incidents objectively, and improving clarity and efficiency. The result is stronger cases, enhanced professionalism, and greater confidence in the field. The course emphasizes real-world application through guided exercises and individualized feedback.


Friday, September 18, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
Train to manage life-threatening injuries in high-threat environments. This course prepares officers and responders to provide medical care after neutralizing a threat and transitioning from danger to patient care.


October 21-23, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
This course provides law enforcement personnel with foundational knowledge to recognize improvised explosive devices, identify explosive materials, and respond safely. Participants gain practical insight to support patrol, investigative, and tactical operations.


Thursday, September 3, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
Beyond Words strengthens communication, behavioral awareness, and de-escalation skills essential for effective public interactions. Participants learn to read verbal and nonverbal cues, practice active listening, and adapt their communication across cultures to reduce conflict, build trust, and improve safety during law enforcement encounters.


Monday, August 31, 2026, Kansas Department of Insurance
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 three day instructor course provides practical offensive and defensive tactics that can be immediately applied in the field. Participants learn simplified, effective techniques and training methods that can be easily integrated into agency use of force programs.


September 30, 2026 to October 2, 2026, Johnson County Community College
Dangerous Street Drugs are plaguing every community, every town and city, and rapidly spreading to every corner of the US. They come in all forms and are constantly being synthesized and combined with other dangerous substances. Some of these drugs are so potent that they can be dangerous to the touch and must be handled with extreme caution. "Street Valium", "Cyco", "ISO", "Pink Cocaine", "Black Cocaine", "Gas Station Heroin" and many, many other drugs can be found in schools, jails, streets, and homes. And what substances are more potent than Fentanyl and Narcan won't work on someone who overdosed. This course will expose many Dangerous Drugs, emerging drugs, drug trends, counterfeit drugs, and drugs that are constantly modified to stay under the radar of the law.


Wednesday, September 16, 2026, Kansas City Kansas Community College Tech Ed Ctr
This course prepares law enforcement instructors and supervisors to evaluate use-of-force incidents through the lens of objective reasonableness, Kansas law, and agency policy. Participants examine defensive tactics principles, human performance factors, and decision-making considerations that influence force encounters and post-incident review.


Friday, November 20, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
Foundations of Crime Analysis introduces law enforcement professionals to the essential tools and techniques used to analyze crime data and support informed decision-making. Participants will gain hands-on experience with basic Excel functions, crime pattern identification, introductory mapping concepts, and crime bulletin development. This course highlights how crime analysis enhances investigations, patrol operations, and officer safety through clear, actionable analytical products.


Friday, November 6, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
Asymmetrical Leadership empowers professionals at every level to lead beyond rank. Grounded in proven leadership principles, this session explores how mindset, character, and intentional action can elevate influence, strengthen teams, and inspire excellence across organizations.


Wednesday, September 30, 2026, KLETC Integrity Auditorium
Thursday, October 1, 2026, BEST Conference Center
This Gold Shield event examines the evolution of the active shooter threat and equips law enforcement leaders with critical lessons learned to improve preparedness, response, and victim outcomes. The morning session explores the broader threat landscape, while the afternoon session focuses specifically on law enforcement strategy, planning, and tactical readiness.


Tuesday, December 8, 2026, KLETC Integrity Auditorium
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, BEST Conference Center
The Grappler Police Bumper Train the Trainer course prepares designated law enforcement instructors to deliver safe, consistent, and legally defensible training on the operation and deployment of the Grappler Police Bumper system. Participants gain hands on experience, instructional resources, and teach back practice to support effective agency level implementation and ongoing operator training.


October 26-27, 2026, Kansas Speedway
This course examines how bias can influence decision-making, officer safety, and professional conduct. This course provides law enforcement and corrections personnel with a practical understanding of bias-based policing requirements under Kansas law, along with tools and scenarios to recognize and manage bias in the field. Participants will gain strategies to support fair, impartial policing, reduce liability, and strengthen public trust through informed and transparent practices.


Wednesday, October 21, 2026, City Hall - Sterling
Thursday, November 12, 2026, Hays KLETC Regional Site
Thursday, November 12, 2026, Hays KLETC Regional Site
Friday, December 4, 2026, Leawood Justice Center
Friday, December 4, 2026, Leawood Justice Center
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, Leawood Justice Center
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, Leawood Justice Center
This Instructor Development course is designed to provide participants with the fundamentals of course design, lesson plans, facilitation skills and techniques to effectively promote student engagement while managing the classroom.


August 24-27, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
October 5-8, 2026, KLETC Integrity Auditorium
March 1-4, 2027, KLETC Integrity Auditorium
May 24-27, 2027, KLETC Integrity Auditorium
This 40-hour course provides newly assigned detectives and investigators with a foundation in criminal investigations. Participants will explore investigative responsibilities, death investigations, crimes against persons and property, financial crimes, investigative interviewing, crime scene and forensic resources, crime analysis, search warrants, and case preparation. Instruction is delivered by experienced practitioners and subject matter experts who provide practical, real-world perspectives to support successful investigative outcomes.


October 12-16, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
This course provides law enforcement professionals with practical, hands on training to strengthen crime scene documentation and evidence collection skills. Led by experienced Crime Scene Investigators, the course emphasizes proper scene security, photography, fingerprint and DNA collection, and decision making related to escalating forensic resources. Participants gain foundational skills that support investigative integrity and successful case outcomes.


Tuesday, March 16, 2027, Johnson County Crime Lab
Life Beyond the Badge helps law enforcement professionals thoughtfully prepare for career transitions through practical tools, private sector insight, and wellness focused guidance. Participants gain strategies to translate their experience, plan intentionally, and navigate the professional and personal realities of life beyond the badge.


Friday, August 28, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
This course provides Kansas public officials, law enforcement personnel, and government employees with a foundational understanding of the Kansas Open Records Act (KORA) and the Kansas Open Meetings Act (KOMA). Participants will learn how to handle requests for public records lawfully, recognize exemptions and enforcement risks, and navigate meeting obligations under KOMA, including executive sessions and First Amendment considerations. Through practical examples and legal guidance, this training aims to ensure compliance and transparency in public service.


Monday, September 21, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
This hands-on course equips law enforcement professionals with practical tools to collect, analyze, and document open-source intelligence. Participants learn how to leverage publicly available information and social media to generate leads, identify suspects, and strengthen investigations.


Friday, November 13, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site
This hands on course prepares law enforcement and corrections professionals to safely apply restraints, conduct searches, identify contraband, and maintain custody and facility security through practical, scenario based training.


October 20-21, 2026, New Century Adult Detention Center
This three-day course teaches the techniques and skills needed to record surveillance video with camcorders and other video equipment.


September 8-10, 2026, Edwards Campus KLETC Regional Site