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BUDGET PRINCIPLES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGERS

(24 Hours) Testimonials and reviews

This informative course is designed to teach Criminal Justice Administrators and Supervisors how to prepare, justify, present, and manage the budget process to their agency’s advantage.


Instructor: Bill Liquori

Chief Liquori is a forty-four year veteran of law enforcement.  He served as the Chief of Police with the Altamonte Springs Police Department for twenty years, retiring in May 2002.  Chief Liquori also served with the Orlando Police Department for over twenty-three years and retired as Deputy Chief of Police.  Chief Liquori is a graduate of Rollins College with a B.S. Degree in Criminal Justice, with honors; he is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar.  Chief Liquori is a past President of the Florida Association of Chiefs of Police.  Chief Liquori served as a Commissioner and the Chairman of the Florida Standards and Training Commission.  He served as a Commissioner and the Chairman of the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc., and as a member and Chairman of the International Association of Chiefs’ of Police Education and Training Committee.  Chief Liquori teaches for several associations, Colleges and Academies nationwide in the areas of Internal Affairs and Discipline, Budgeting and Management of Law Enforcement Agencies.  


CREATING EFFECTIVE TEAM MEMBERSHIP IN YOUR TEAM

(8 Hours)

Most workshops focus on leadership and management.  What about followership and team membership?  In these challenging times it is important that team members as well as leaders perform effectively.  Effective team membership, in all of us, is essential if teams and organizations are to succeed.


Instructor: Dr. Lew Bender

Dr.Bender is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  He has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision.  His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.  Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977), Masters Degree from Wayne State University (1973), and baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971). 

 


INVESTIGATING GANGS AND HYBRID GANGS USING SOCIAL NETWORKS AND THE INTERNET

(8 hours) Testimonials and reviews

This informative course is designed to teach Law Enforcement officers how to interview, investigate and document Gangs and Gang members by utilizing free internet services such as MySpace and Facebook and other websites.

Many departments across the country are experiencing more crime related to gangs and Hybrid gangs. A solid understanding of how Hybrid gangs and street gangs operate can lead to more convictions and better investigations. By utilizing the free websites that are on the internet officers can learn new ways to conduct good investigations and get convictions.

Discussion will include:
• Hybrid Gang vs. Super Gangs
• Trends of Hybrid gangs and Street Gangs
• Gang member interviewing techniques
• Gangs and social networks

Training will include:
• Using the free internet for investigations
• Building a data base of your street gang members
• Research of criminals via social networks
• Documenting and storing pictures, videos and blogs from the internet


Instructor: Gerry Hyder  
Detective Hyder is a 10 year veteran of the Metro Nashville Police Department in Tennessee. In 2005 he took a position as a Detective in the Intelligence/Gang Unit.  Detective Hyder is also the Vice President of the Middle Region for the TNGIA, (Tennessee Gang Investigators Association). Det. Hyder lectures across the southeastern states regarding Street Gangs, Hybrid Gangs, Youth in the Street culture, Using MySpace and Social Network Sites for Law Enforcement. Det. Hyder instructs recruits at the Metro Nashville Police Academy and teaches classes at Vanderbilt University and TLETA, (Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy).

LEADING ETHICALLY 

(8 hours) Testimonials and reviews

This course provides students with the knowledge of the proper use of power in a leadership position through analysis of effective behavior and ethical issues.  Participants will learn how the agency’s values and mission affect the day to day operations of the organization, and will identify the key components of a value statement and how it is incorporated within the agency through the use of human behavior.  In addition, the instructor will discuss problem solving techniques for unethical behavior.

Instructor: Dr. Nick Nicholson
Dr. Nicholson's career in academics and law enforcement spans almost three decades.  As a senior partner of the Academy Leadership Associates, LLC (ALA), an adjunct faculty member of the University of Virginia, University of New Mexico, Southern Illinois University and Webster University, His areas of academic expertise include leadership, management and organizational behavior at the graduate level.  He served as the Special Assistant to the Assistant Director of the FBI Academy prior to his retirement from the FBI Academy in 2007.  Additionally his book on Police Training and Instruction, "Study of Instructor Development Curriculum," is frequently used by managers and instructors with training responsibilities. Nick received his BS and MS in Education from Southern Illinois University, and his PhD in Police Administration from St. John's University in Louisiana.  



MANAGING GENERATIONAL DIFFERENCES & DEALING WITH PROBLEM EMPLOYEES
(8 or 16 Hours) Testimonials and reviews

Day One of this fast moving workshop examines and analyzes the differences, similarities and issues involving people of different ages that come together in the workplace. The views, behaviors and attitudes of the different generations are explored and you will find new ways to view and work with the other generation. 

Day Two provides participants with a firm understanding of how problem employee behaviors impact teams, customers, organizations and team leaders.  Upon completion of the course, they will be able to identifying the characteristics of problem employees, modify behavior of employees that bring negativity to the workplace.
 
Instructor: Dr. Lew Bender
Dr.Bender is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  He has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision.  His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.  Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977), Masters Degree from Wayne State University (1973), and baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971). 


OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTINGS

(8 hours) Testimonials and reviews 

The class is designed to inform and update officers, agency heads, administrators, investigators and supervisors on the rights of officers, duties of the investigators and procedures when an officer or witness becomes involved in a line of duty shooting involving death or injury.  It will focus on all aspects an officer and/or witness may be required to deal with in the aftermath of a shooting event.


Instructor: George F. Hachigian

Mr. Hachigian was with the Broward County, Florida Sheriff's  Office for over 11 years and he is now the General Counsel's Chief of Staff for the Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council. His duties include representing law enforcement officers in all non-criminal related matters such as, chief negotiator for contract negotiations, internal affairs representation, grievance hearings, disciplinary hearings, arbitration hearings, reviewing all shooting related incidents and critical incident response. Mr. Hachigian has handled over 250 officer involved shootings in his career and has been representing law enforcement officers for over 20 years.  He is also the Past Chairman of the National Fraternal Order of Police Educational Services Committee.

PERFORMANCE APPRAISALS THAT MAKE SENSE

(8 Hours)

Performance appraisals have become too complex and burdensome for busy managers and supervisors.  Accountability of employee performance gets quickly lost by using complex instruments that nobody really understands. This Performance Appraisal Instrument and Process is designed to help supervisors and employees create and implement a sensible, manageable and useful approach to measuring performance.

Instructor: Dr. Lew Bender
Dr.Bender is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  He has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision.  His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.  Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977), Masters Degree from Wayne State University (1973), and baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971). 

PROVEN SUPERVISORY PRACTICES FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEADERS  

(16 Hours) Testimonials and reviews
Increasingly leaders are facing greater demands from the public they serve and are challenged by some employees who insist on doing the minimum amount (or less) of work.  This workshop focuses on proven approaches for improving individual and team performance.


Instructor: Dr. Lew Bender
Dr.Bender is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  He has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision.  His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.  Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977), Masters Degree from Wayne State University (1973), and baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971). 

SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICER INFORMATION SURVIVAL KIT

(8 hours)

Whether you are starting a School Liaison Officer program or already have an on-going program, this course will give you new insight into one of the most important functions of a law enforcement agency.  Course material includes:
   
·         SLO Role Issues and Expectations               

    ·         Construction of the SLO Position

    ·         Developmental Issues with Students

    ·         Interaction with Students/Parents

    ·         Policy and Procedures for Police School Liaison/Resource Program

    ·         School Liaison Program Duties


SURVIVING MEDIA ENCOUNTERS

(8 hours)

The news media is one of the most powerful forces in America today.  In our 24-hour news world, your agency can become the center of attention at any time.  If you wish to present your agency in a favorable light, criminal justice executives must learn basic survival skills in the face of a television camera, during a news conference, or when talking to reporters.

TESTIFYING MADE SIMPLE

(8 Hours) Testimonials and reviews

Courtroom testimony is an important job function for any member of the criminal justice community.  Law enforcement officers are often a critical component of any successful criminal prosecution. It is valuable for officers to know exactly what they can expect during a trial. Effective communications is at the cornerstone of a successful prosecution. Adequate knowledge and preparation will result in the ability to effectively communicate the facts to a jury. 


Instructor: Michelle Santamaria 

Michelle V. Santamaria is a Palm Beach County Assistant State Attorney. She is the President of Testifying Made Simple, Inc, a firm that specializes in preparing law enforcement officers for courtroom testimony.  Ms. Santamaria holds a Juris Doctor Degree from Stetson University College of Law and has conducted over 100 Testifying Made Simple seminars.  

  

TRENDS, STRESS & IMPACTS ON YOU AND YOUR TEAM
(8 Hours)

Everyone knows the world is changing.  Public sector leaders and managers are greatly impacted by these changes. This workshop focuses on major societal and economic trends that impact all of us.  Changes in work, families, social mores and myriad other aspects of our lives have implications for our work in the public sector.


Instructor: Dr. Lew Bender

Dr.Bender is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.  He has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision.  His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.  Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977), Masters Degree from Wayne State University (1973), and baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971). 


                             
In addition, Training Force USA offers training in Risk Management, Workplace Violence, Verbal Judo, K-9 training, and other subjects. 

HOST A CLASS:
Training Force USA is a national company and seeks to establish venues for training both nationally and internationally. Agencies and companies are welcome to request training in their local area and to act as hosts for classes.

Requirements vary according to the course being requested, but in general, the following is required:

* Meeting room with seating for 25 or more students
* A/V equipment including projection screen, power point projector, DVD/VHS player, and flip chart(s)
* A list of area hotels
* Directions to the training facility
* A contact person to assist with class coordination
* Host agencies/companies will also be asked to assist with advertising the course

Note: Host agencies/companies may expect to receive some free seats, depending upon classroom size and the number of registrations received.

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