Continuing Education Programs: Training Officer Liability and Current Trends

Training Officer Liability and Current Trends
1-Day Virtual Training Program
$295 per student
The role of a Training Officer is pivotal in shaping the practices and behavior of staff, directly influencing their readiness and performance. This training program will addresses the legal responsibilities and emerging trends affecting training officers, emphasizing the critical nature of their duties in a legal context. As law enforcement practices evolve and public scrutiny intensifies, Training Officers must stay informed about legal standards and effective training methodologies. The course covers recent case laws, liability issues, and best practices to ensure Training Officers are well-equipped to provide effective and legally sound training.
Training Objectives
- Understand Legal Foundations: Equip TO's with a comprehensive understanding of the legal basis for training practices, including constitutional, state, and local regulations that impact police training.
- Identify Liability Risks: Identify common areas of liability related explicitly to police training, including scenarios that have historically led to litigation, and understand the legal consequences of inadequate training.
- Explore Current Trends: Discuss recent trends in law enforcement training, including the adoption of technology, community-based policing, and updated methods for handling mental health crises.
- Implement Best Practices: Learn and apply best practices in police training, emphasizing ethical conduct, effective communication, and the importance of continual learning and adaptation.
- Enhance Decision-Making Skills: Develop critical decision-making skills that enable TOs to make informed, legally defensible decisions that align with modern policing standards and community expectations.
- Promote Accountability: Foster a culture of accountability within the training environment that translates into broader police practices, enhancing public trust and officer integrity.
By achieving these objectives, Training Officers will be better prepared to mitigate risks and enhance the operational effectiveness of the officers they train.
Class Schedule:
Live Training
Morning: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST
Afternoon: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
Class Instructor
Attorney Eric Daigle

Principal Eric P. Daigle practices civil litigation in federal and state courts. His experience includes civil and criminal matters related to civil rights actions, including police misconduct litigation and employment actions, as well as premises and general tort liability. His experience focuses on consulting and expert witness cases related to police and security operations.
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