LEORTC - Law Enforcement Officers Regional Training Commission

Crime Prevention Initiatives for Business
2024-03-20 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This program is part of the Crime Prevention Specialist Series. Each program in the series is a standalone seminar. Participants that complete all seminars in the series will be granted a Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
About this Seminar
One of the best crime prevention initiatives for reducing crime, the perception of crime, and improving the overall quality of life in a community, is the development of partnerships between law-abiding citizens and their police department.
Participants in this one-day seminar will learn how to work with businesses to address:

Crime prevention partnerships with local business owners and managers.
Prevention initiatives to deal with shoplifting, identity theft, frauds, employee theft and vandalism.
Workplace violence due to robbery, domestic violence, or random violence through proactive policies & employee training.
Security issues and security surveys using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

Participants will receive the tools necessary to return to their respective communities and make an immediate impact with their business community.
Instructor: Chris Fredenburg of the Saginaw Township Police Department. He is an Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist and an accomplished practitioner of the (CPTED) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design discipline. “Crime prevention works, so use it.”
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Class Size: Limited to 35
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $65.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $120.00 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Below 100
2024-03-21 08:30 - 12:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
THIS AWARENESS PROGRAM SHOULD BE A MUST FOR ALL LEORTC MEMBER OFFICERS
THE 5 TENETS THAT SAVE LIVES
The Below 100 Program is designed to drastically reduce law enforcement Line of Duty Deaths (LODD’s). The Below 100 Program specifically addresses the operational areas of law enforcement that contribute to the greatest number of LODD’s but are in large part preventable. The Below 100 Program is an effort to instill a culture of safety in law enforcement agencies that will progressively reduce national LODD’s to Below 100 annually. Instructional methods include lecture, guided discussion, and video case studies.
Learning Objectives:

Examine Line of Duty Deaths and Strategies for Reduction
Identify the 5 Basic Tenants of Below 100
Identify Agency Implementation Strategies of the Below 100 Program

Instructor: Tom Gillman, Criminal Justice Training Coordinator at Delta College (retired). Tom spent 28 years with the Bay County Sheriff Department. He is a Certified Firearm’s Instructor, R.A.D. Defense Systems Instructor, NRA Certified Rifle Instructor and a member of ILEETA – International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Class Size: Limited to 35
Cost: There is no cost for this training
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Law Enforcement Response to Stalking/PPO/Bond Violations
2024-03-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) and Mott Community College Presents
The Law Enforcement Response to Stalking/PPO/Bond Violations
Co-instructed by a Law Enforcement Officer, Prosecutor, and Victim Advocate. When and where to arrest and what to charge. In-depth course on stalking with the added layer of PPO or bond violation.

When: March 28, 2024, from 8:00am – 12:00pm or 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: Mott Community College – Southern Lakes Branch, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430
Cost: This course is Free
Please remember to bring your MCOLES number for recognition of the completed training on your Individual Employment History.
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This training location is accessible. If you require specific accommodations for a disability in order to effectively participate in this training, please contact George Sippert at 810-232-2495 at least 7 days before the training. This project was supported by Grant #2019-WF-AX-0014 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice to the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations, expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women or the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board.

Tactical Field Operations - Man Tracking
2024-04-16 08:30 - 2024-04-17 16:30 | Crossroads Village, 6140 Bray Rd., Flint, MI, 48505, United States
This training program focuses on perimeter containment of Fleeing Subjects while utilizing Man-Tracking skills, deploying K-9, utilization of aviation support, and possibly LPOP’s (Listening Points / Observation Points). These techniques are also utilized for Lost and Missing Persons.
This training would be valuable for all officers, supervisors, and command staff.
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Training components of this program include:

The Psychological Profiles of Fleeing Subjects / Lost & Missing Persons issues are taught to assist in understanding early search variables.

For Fleeing Subjects, the Leap Frogging technique is utilized to shorten the time /distance gap.

Other areas to be covered would be utilization of a compass, GPS, Downed Officer Reaction/solutions, and arrest procedure upon contact.
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Most of the two-days of training will be outside in a variety of conditions and areas. There will also be a lot of physical activity in various terrains.
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Participants must be prepared by dressing appropriately for the conditions and physical activity (including footwear and headwear).
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Instructors: Rudi Nitschmann, U.S. Army – S.R.T. and retired after 29 years of service with the M.S.P. MSP Emergency Support Team Member for 26 years. Level II Certified Man-Tracking Instructor.
Richard Casanova, U.S.M.C. – Infantry / Intel Field – 10 years. MSP Emergency Support Team Member for 18 years. Currently has 23 years of service with the MSP.
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Date/Times: April 16-17, 2024, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
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Location: Crossroads Village, 6140 Bray Road, Flint, MI 48505
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Class size: Limited to (14)
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Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid
All Others – $250 per person

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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Shooting Incident Reconstruction
2024-04-17 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
This is one of the classes in our Evidence Specialist Series and is an extremely important topic in Contemporary Police Forensics. Topics in this course include:

Ballistics, Trajectories and Ricochets
Ammunition Components
Vehicle Processing
Documentation and Evidence Recovery
Trace Evidence
Suicides
Ejection Patterns
Police Shootings
Trigonometry (Using Trigonometry to determine angles and distances)
Case Studies (Case study presentations showing application of the instructed topics)

Instructor: James Horn, Specialist/Sergeant., MSP Bridgeport Laboratory. Currently Spl/ Sgt. Horn is a Firearms/Toolmark/Crime Scene Examiner in the Forensic Science Division.
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Mott Community College – Southern Lakes Branch, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed – $65.00
Non-Member Agencies – $130.00
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Microsoft Excel Level 1
2024-04-18 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
Microsoft Excel Level I is an 8-hour class and a prerequisite for Microsoft Excel Level II which is being offered on April 25, 2024. With the loss of support staff and the need for additional justification for resources, it is essential that information is presented in an understandable and data driven format. Excel provides the vehicle for you and your staff to accomplish that mission.
This class will be conducted in the computer lab and will combine presentation with a step-by step hands-on learning for an adult learning experience. Participants will actually build and work with Excel documents.
Topics included in this class are:

An orientation to Microsoft Office Excel Functions, Formatting and Enhancing Worksheets
Working with Electronic Spreadsheets Working with Formulas and Functions
Creating Worksheets, Entering and Editing Data Printing Worksheets
Working with Charts Manipulating Worksheet Data

Each course participant will also receive handouts and a USB/Flash Drive preloaded with course files.
Class Size: Limited to 20
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officer – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $65.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $175.00 p/p
Instructor: Michael Richardson, Computer Training Solutions. Mike has over 30 year of Law Enforcement/ Municipal and teaching experience. He is currently instructing at the Oakland Community College and Macomb Community College, Advanced Training Facilities.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
2024-04-22 08:30 - 16:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
Recognition & Documentation
This course provides an introduction to bloodstain pattern recognition and documentation. The investigator will leave this course with an understanding of how bloodstain pattern analysis can be used in crime scene reconstruction. An emphasis will be placed on recognizing patterns and documenting them properly through photography to ensure proper analysis through photographs at a later date. Recognizing when a qualified bloodstain analyst should be consulted will be discussed. This is NOT an all-inclusive pattern course and does not satisfy the requirement of a basic course, which requires 40 hours of training. Participants should bring their crime scene photography equipment to the class.
Topics Include:
Intro to Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (lecture)
Bloodstain Pattern Recognition (exercise)
Case Study
Documenting Bloodstain Patterns (lecture)
Bloodstain Pattern Documentation (exercise)
Instructor: Jodi Corsi is currently the manager of the Biology Body Fluid Identification (BFI) Unit at the Michigan State Police (MSP) Metropolitan Detroit Forensic Laboratory. She has been with MSP for over 15 years, most of that time as a forensic scientist in the BFI Unit. In addition to managing the BFI unit, Mrs. Corsi is a member of the MSP crime scene response team and is a trained bloodstain pattern analyst. She also teaches biology, bloodstain pattern analysis, and crime scene photography at evidence technician schools.
Date/Time: Monday, April 22, 2024, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw St. Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Class Size: Limited to 25
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $65 p/p
All Others – $130 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Basic FTO Course
2024-04-23 08:30 - 2024-04-26 16:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This 3.5-day course is designed to provide knowledge and training to develop Field Training Officers’ skills. Each new FTO will be presented with ideas and techniques to assist them in becoming more professional and confident in the application of their skills. This course is based on a modified “San Jose” program. Upon completion the FTO will be able to:

Discuss the “San Jose” and other program models
Identify demands on FTOs as Instructors
List five of the errors in rating
Understand the basics of Adult Learning Theory
Identify liability issues
Understand performance evaluations
Instruct from Training Briefs
Understand the Rating Scale and Reference Numbers
Complete the Daily Observation Report
Develop a Scenario and additional Training Plans
Understand the purpose of program management and control

Instructor: Steven Kellams of FTO Solutions. Steven Kellams retired from the Bloomington Police Department after 27 years of service. His last rank was as the Administrative Captain. In 2000, then Lieutenant Kellams was instrumental in redesigning the field training program for the Bloomington, Indiana Police Department and has taught that program to hundreds of departments throughout the United States. He has also instructed on field training issues at the national level when he presented courses at four National Association of Field Training Officers conferences, most recently in 2011. In 2005, then Lieutenant Kellams was awarded the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for Monroe County, IN for his work with the Bloomington Police Department’s Field Training Program. He was elected to the national NAFTO Executive Board and served as President in 2009.
Dates: April 23rd, 24th, 25th, & 26th, 2024, 8:30am – 4:30pm daily (except 8:30am-12:30 pm on last day)
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Dr. Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel-$275 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $499.00 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Microsoft Excel Level 2
2024-04-25 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
Microsoft Excel Level II is an 8-hour class. With the loss of support staff and the need for additional justification for resources, it is essential that information is presented in an understandable and data driven format. Excel provides the vehicle for you and your staff to accomplish that mission.
This class will be conducted in the computer lab and will combine presentation with a step-by step hands-on learning for an adult learning experience. Participants will actually build and work with Excel documents.
Topics included in this class are:

Working with Advanced Formulas Managing Workbooks
Using Tables (Databases) Analyzing Table Data
Automating Worksheet Tasks Enhancing Charts and Worksheets

Each participant will also receive handouts and a USB/Flash Drive preloaded with the files that will be used in the course.
Prerequisite: You must have completed Microsoft Excel Level 1 prior to taking this class.
Class Size: Limited to 20
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officer – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $65.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $175.00 p/p
Instructor: Michael Richardson, Computer Training Solutions.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Tactical Field Operations - Advanced Man Tracking
2024-04-30 08:30 - 2024-05-01 16:30 | Crossroads Village, 6140 Bray Rd., Flint, MI, 48505, United States
ADVANCED MAN TRACKING
Prerequisite: Participants must have successfully completed the “Man Tracking” class offered by the LEORTC.
This two-day training is designed for all officers, supervisors, and command staff, and builds on the principles and techniques taught in the basic training which include.

The Psychological Profiles of Fleeing Subjects
Lost & Missing Persons
Practices utilized to shorten the time / distance gap.
Utilization of a compass & GPS
Downed Officer Reaction/solutions
Arrest procedure upon contact.

Our advanced instruction will focus on “command & control” practices and utilizing formations and skills learned in the basic course. Most of the training is scenario based and will be outside in a variety of conditions and areas. Be prepared for a lot of physical activity in various terrains. Participants will physically cover more ground than the basic course.
Participants must bring a portable radio and be prepared to secure and “event channel” on day one. Additionally, you must dress appropriately for the conditions and physical activity (including footwear and headwear).
Instructors: Rudi Nitschmann, U.S. Army – S.R.T. and retired after 29 years of service with
the M.S.P. MSP Emergency Support Team Member for 26 years. Level II
Certified Man-Tracking Instructor.
Richard Casanova, U.S.M.C. – Infantry / Intel Field – 10 years. MSP
Emergency Support Team Member for 18 years. Retired after 23 years of
service with the MSP.

Date/Times: April 30 and May 1, 2024, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Crossroads Village, 6140 Bray Road, Flint, MI 48505
Class size: Limited to (14)
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid
All Others – $250 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Residential Crime Prevention
2024-05-01 08:30 - 16:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This program is part of the Crime Prevention Specialist Series. Each program in the series is a standalone seminar. Participants that complete all seminars in the series will be granted a Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
One of the best crime prevention initiatives for reducing crime, the perception of crime, and improving the overall quality of life in a community is the development of partnerships between law abiding citizens and their police department. Participants in this one-day seminar will learn about proven residential safety programs and how to implement them, basic crime prevention strategies, residential security issues, and the tools necessary to return to their communities and make an immediate impact.
Instructor: Chris Fredenburg is with the Saginaw Township Police Department. He is an Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist and an accomplished practitioner of the (CPTED) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design discipline. “Crime prevention works, so use it.”
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MIchigan 48439
Cost: LEORTC Member: Prepaid
LEORTC Non- Licensed: $65.00
Non-Members: $120.00
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Advanced Topics in DNA
2024-05-02 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
NEW METHODS TO SOLVE COLD CASES AND OTHER MAJOR CRIMES
Major advancements have been made in forensic DNA testing in recent years. These advancements in technology include increased in technology include increased sensitivity, new methods to interpret complex mixtures, specialized search techniques of the CODIS database, and many more. This class will highlight these advancements and focus on utilizing them when routing DNA analysis has not solved a case. This class will be particularly useful for looking at cold cases with a fresh eye to see if additional testing may be possible.
Topics Covered Will Include:

Probabilistic genotyping software
Familial searching of the CODIS database
Y-STR testing
New STR chemistries
Phenotyping/ancestry testing
Case Studies

Facilitators:
Danielle Hankinson has been a forensic scientist in the Biology/DNA discipline for over 13 years. She has worked for both the Virginia Department of Forensic Science and the MSP. Danielle has BS and MS degrees from Michigan State University and is certified in Molecular Biology by the American Board of Criminalistics. She is the current President of the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists.
Amanda Fazi is a DNA analyst for DNA Labs International. She has over ten years’ experience working as a forensic biologist and crime scene investigator, with previous experience at the Michigan State Police Northville Crime Lab and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Sciences from Wayne State University and a Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science (Biology Concentration) from Michigan State University.
Date/Times: Thursday, May 2, 2024, 8:3oam-4:30pm
Location: Mott Community College Southern Lakes Branch Center, Room 1206, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Personnel – Prepaid
Non-Licensed Members – $65 per/person
All Others – $130 per/person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

The Fight After the Fight
2024-05-07 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
It is a difficult time for the American police officer. A violent and aggressive emotional war is killing our officers in astounding numbers. Police survival has never been a more vital subject of training than it is today. Thus, training is increasing and evolving to better equip officers with the tools necessary for physical survival of deadly encounters/critical incidents, but is this enough? Officers are trained to win the fight in the arena of street survival, but they are not taught how to win the fight that comes AFTER that fight, which is often the most difficult part. We are failing here, and law enforcement suicide statistics are screaming this! Two of some of the most dangerous issues threatening our police officer’s safety is post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI) and the lack of knowledge on how to protect themselves from this injury. While this is a commonly known threat to the ranks of our law enforcement, it is still not a major area of focus for training.
The purpose of this presentation is to illustrate the importance of a survival mindset BEFORE, DURING and AFTER a critical incident. An officer may possess all the vital tactical training needed to survive a deadly attack; however, if they do not possess a well-trained survival mindset, chances of survival decrease significantly, both professionally and personally.
Officers will hear a powerful, gut wrenching, story that will challenge them to take an honest, hard look at their own mental toughness and will to survive. It will challenge them to ponder the tough question of “Am I truly prepared?” and provide them with the opportunity for survival against one of the most dangerous opponents they could ever face……. THEMSELVES.
The participants of this lecture will learn the importance of developing mental preparedness prior to a critical incident and ways to achieve this vital state of readiness /resilience. They will identify signs of post-traumatic stress, its effect on the brain, their physical/emotional wellness, and that of their family members and co-workers. Additionally, attendees develop strategies in obtaining/maintaining post-traumatic growth. They will discuss various methods of stress management and will be provided with the vital tools and resources needed to win in “the fight after the fight”, which is often the most difficult part of a critical incident.
Instructor: Ann M. Carrizales was born in San Clemente, California. In 1991, she enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where she was named an Honor Graduate and Meritoriously Promoted upon graduating boot camp in Parris Island, SC. After completing military law enforcement training, she began her Military Police career. While on active military duty, Officer Carrizales made Marine Corps history when she became the first woman to represent the Marine Corps in the sport of amateur boxing and was ultimately inducted into the All-Marine Boxing Hall of Fame.
In August of 2010, Officer Carrizales began employment with the Stafford (TX) Police Department. She played a vital role within her department serving as a Field Training Officer, R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Instructor and Police Instructor. Officer Carrizales also served on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team as a Crisis Negotiator. She was voted Officer of The Year two years in a row, an unprecedented achievement within the department.
On October 26, 2013, Officer Carrizales initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle occupied by three members of a violent gang known as MS-13. While speaking with the driver, a suspect opened fire, shooting her in the face and chest prior to fleeing. Carrizales immediately returned fire and while bleeding and in severe pain, got back into her patrol vehicle and began pursuit of the suspects. With the help of various police agencies and Houston Crime Stoppers, all three suspects were captured. (Dash cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bD7TGNjJA2I )
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: Mott Community College- Southern Lakes Branch Center- Room 1009, 2100 West Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Pre-paid
LEORTC Members (non-licensed) – $125
All Others – $250
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Constitutional Use of Force
2024-05-09 08:30 - 16:30 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
Legal to Reasonable Force Issues
This dynamic, one-day program is a reality-based course that separates fact from fiction about Case Law, The Use of Force, and Human Performance Under Stress. Focusing on Supreme Court decisions and applicable state statutes, this course strives to help limit your exposure to excessive and unnecessary uses of force and as a result, avoid litigation. From practical application on the street for line officers through force investigations, students will develop working knowledge of the constitutional parameters for using force. Scientific factors affecting human performance during dynamic force events will be examined as well as the impact of video on investigations and public perception.
Discover the Science of Police and Human Performance Under Stress. Using real incidents, you will learn the mind and body’s limitations and normal responses when using force. This course is constantly evolving and delivers video recorded current incidents, case studies, and small group discussion.

Constitutional & Relevant Laws
Use of Video Recording
Excessive & Deadly Force
Human Performance Factors
Use of Force with Disabled Persons
Electronic Control Weapons
Report Writing

Date & Time: Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: Mott Community College- Southern Lakes Branch Center- Room 1009, 2100 West Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Pre-paid
LEORTC Members (non-licensed) – $125
All Others – $199
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Police Officers Memorial Services – Genesee County
2024-05-10 11:00 - 13:30 | Flint Memorial Park, 9506 N Dort Hwy, Mt. Morris, MI, 48458, United States
Brothers and Sisters of the Arrowhead FOP Lodge #126, all local and state agencies.
The Board of Lodge #126 has decided to hold our 64th Annual Peace Officers Memorial Service on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 11:00 am at Flint Memorial Park.
This event is open to all wishing to honor those individuals that have made the ultimate sacrifice for their community within Genesee County.

Digital Crime Scene Photography
2024-05-14 08:30 - 16:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This one-day course is designed for crime scene investigators, police officers, evidence technicians, and other personnel who have the responsibility to properly document crime scenes & physical evidence through photography. This course is geared toward both experienced & inexperienced photographers. Participants will be provided complete instructions on how to operate their digital camera, utilize a variety of lighting techniques, document items in difficult positions, and document the crime scene.

Required Equipment: Digital camera, owner’s manual and a tripod.

Date/Time: Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 8:30am-4:30pm

Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507

Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officer – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $65.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $130.00 p/p

Instructor: Forensic Scientist Keith LaMont, Director/MSP Bridgeport Laboratory, has been with the Trace Evidence Unit for 25 years and has experience in:
Footwear & Tire Tracks, Crime Scene Processing, Arson, Paint, Glass, and Explosive Residue. He has extensive crime scene experience, processing over 225 suspicious death crime scenes. He has a Bachelor of Science from MSU with a major in Forensic Science.

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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Introduction to Latent Fingerprinting
2024-05-15 08:30 - 16:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This 8-hour seminar is a combination of instructor presentation and instructor supervised practical exercises to provide students with the ability to successfully develop and preserve latent fingerprints using the basic brush and powder method. Topics covered in this course include:
The History of Fingerprints Terms & Definition
Skin Structure & Latent Print Types of Latent Prints
Basic Fingerprint Patterns Fingerprint Details Used for Identification
Types of Powders and Brushes Brush & Powder Development Techniques
Practical Exercises Introduction to AFIS
Advanced Development Techniques (magnetic powders, wet powder, superglue fuming, photography of latent prints)
This is a ‘hands on’ class. Participants are asked to bring department cameras with tripods, flashlight, and your latent print kit if available (materials are furnished for the class but the instructor could recommend improvements to your kit(s)). It is also recommended that the participants not wear nicer clothing as print powder will be in use.
Class Size: Limited to 15
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Certified Members – Prepaid, Non-Certified Members – $65.00 p/p, All Others – $130.00 p/p
Instructor: Ken Binder is a Specialist Sergeant Latent Print Unit Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division Bridgeport Laboratory. He has testified as an expert witness in many court cases tying individuals to their crimes through latent fingerprints left at the scene.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Speed Measurement Devices
2024-05-15 08:30 - 2024-05-17 16:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This class is the required training for officers who have not been certified in Speed Measurement Devices. Additionally, it is highly recommended for those that, as a matter of agency assignment, have not operated a RADAR unit for the past year or more. If any personnel only need the LIDAR portion of the training, they can register separately for the class which is the first four hours of day 3.
Participants will need to bring a department vehicle equipped with a RADAR unit and/or LIDAR. Upon completion participants in the 3-day training will be certified in the operation of both RADAR units and LIDAR which is valid for five (5) years.
Instructor: Jon Strom, MCOLES Approved Radar/Lidar instructor.
Dates: May 15-17, 2024, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, Michigan, 48439
Class Size: Limited to 12
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
Non-Member Agencies – $250.00 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Intoxilyzer 9000 Training
2024-05-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Mott College – Southern Lakes, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI, 48430, United States
Lt. Todd Witthuhn from the Office of Genesee County Sheriff Department is offering several Intoxilyzer 9000 training classes here in Genesee County. Several classes are scheduled in the days listed and they are in two (2) hour sessions.
These classes are ‘hands on’ with instruments furnished for course.
Location: Mott Community College – Southern Lakes Branch, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430.
Date and Times: May 21, 2024, two separate classes each day, 10am – 12pm or 12pm – 2pm then again on May 22, 2024 10am – 12pm or 2pm – 4pm.
Cost: There is no cost for this training.
To Register: You must register online with MI-TRAIN and the link is furnished here. Intoxilyzer 9000 Training – MI-TRAIN – an affiliate of the TRAIN Learning Network powered by the Public Health Foundation
Space is limited with only 20 slots available per class session.

Autism Training for First Responders
2024-05-30 08:30 - 12:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
Course Description: This training session will focus on defining autism, recognizing autism in the field, and strategies for interacting and engaging with people with autism. The three most common, high-risk calls involving people with autism will be presented and discussed as well as criminal justice contact trends and interview techniques. Information specific to fire, EMS, and emergency room personnel is included. The training session is presented through multimedia images, audiovisual video, lectures, and handouts. Case examples will be discussed.
Instructors: Drs. Christine Kenney and Melissa Sreckovic are associate professors at the University of Michigan-Flint in the Education Department. Dr. Sreckovic earned her Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Special Education with a focus on autism spectrum disorders and her MA from Michigan State University in Special Education and Literacy. Dr. Kenney earned her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in Language, Literacy, and Culture and her MA from Eastern Michigan University in Early Childhood Education with a focus on Special Education. Drs. Sreckovic and Kenney have worked with individuals with autism for more than 15 years, including young children, adolescents, and adults. Most of their work with individuals with autism has been in school settings, but they have also supported individuals with autism in clinical and residential settings. They combine their expertise and passion for autism with their knowledge and experience in adult learning strategies.
Date: May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 8:30am-12:30pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department Training Center, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: MCOLES Licensed Members-Free
Non-licensed Members – $35
All Others – $75 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE)
2024-06-03 08:00 - 2024-06-04 16:00 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
The purpose of the 16-hour Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course is to increase officer ability to observe, identify, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs, alcohol, or a combination of both. This training also encompasses the 4 hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Refresher training.
Requirements to attend:

Police Officers, Motor Carrier Officers, or Prosecutors only. **Other individuals will not be allowed to attend**
Students must provide on day one valid documentation of 24 hour SFST Practitioner Training to attend. Acceptable documentation includes: SFST card, certificate of training, police academy graduate after January 1, 2010.
Students must demonstrate proficiency in HGN, walk and turn, and one leg stand at the conclusion of the SFST refresher segment. Students unable to demonstrate SFST proficiency will be dismissed from the training. Students are strongly encouraged to review SFST procedure prior to training.

**Demand for ARIDE training is high. No shows on the day of training may impact enrollment for you and your agency in future ARIDE training opportunities**
NOTE: MCOLES number is required for law enforcement registration
Instructor: Chief William Renye, IACP Certified Drug Recognition Expert Instructor from Grand Blanc Township Police Department.
Cost: There is no cost for this training.
Registration: You must register through MI-Train. The class number is ID1030629.
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Basic Firearm Instructor Course
2024-06-03 08:00 - 2024-06-07 17:00 | Delta College, University Center, MI, 48710, United States
This Firearm Instructor course will impart upon the participants sufficient knowledge and background in the proper techniques of handling and utilizing the semi-automatic pistol to be able to perform as a range instructor to provide competent training to other officers.

Prerequisite: Attendees will be required to satisfactorily perform the MCOLES basic course of fire on the first day.
Course Time: June 3-7, 2024, 8am – 5pm
Course Instructor: Thomas Royal & Bruce Coxworth
Location: Delta College, 1961 Delta Road, University Center, MI 48710
Course Fee: Non-Consortium: $600 per person, Delta College Consortium: $400 per person, LEORTC Member Licensed Officers: Prepaid (limited seating)
Required Equipment: Full duty belt with holster; duty pistol and minimum of three (3) ammunition magazines; 1,000 rounds of ammunition; soft body armor; eye and ear protection; baseball style cap; long pants; long sleeve shirt; sturdy footwear and any other clothing needed for the current weather; flashlight; sunscreen; bug spray; laptop computer with flash drive (8GB min); note taking material; and personal first aid supplies (IFAK).
“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”
Registration Deadline: April 26, 2024
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Emergency Vehicle Operation
2024-06-04 08:30 - 16:30, 2024-06-18 08:30 - 16:30 | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
Participants will start the day at Flint Township Police Department and after instruction proceed to Auto City Speedway.
This 1-day refresher will provide a review of the laws and policies related to emergency vehicle operation, pursuits, and the proper course of action based on related circumstances. This training should be taken by officers that have not had the course within the last three years. As a matter of safety, and as a condition of participation, officers will be asked to sign the Course Rules Memorandum.
In addition to the regular skills review, students will participate in a pursuit check ride with an instructor. Students are required to attend all class hours and successfully complete the course to receive a certificate. Equipment Needed: –Department police car in proper operating condition -Uniform of the day (recommended) -Duty belt and body armor (recommended) Loose items must be removed from the trunk and passenger compartments of the vehicles. No more than two officers per vehicle. No shorts, sandals, or pocket weapons.
Instructor: Brian Schroeder, Certified EVO Instructor, along with other LEORTC EVO certified instructors.
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507/Auto City Speedway, Clio, MI
Class Size: Limited to 16
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid Non-Member Agencies – $200.00 p/p
Registration: Spots are limited, register early. Click HERE to Register
“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Overview of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
2024-06-05 08:30 - 16:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This program is part of the Crime Prevention Specialist Series. Each program in the series is a standalone seminar. Participants that complete all seminars in the series will be granted a Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
This one-day overview will provide attendees with the basic concepts and principles of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). Participants will learn how CPTED can be applied to provide useful risk assessments and security surveys in all segments of our community. These concepts are extremely useful for patrol officers and investigators in providing preventive recommendations to community groups or individuals as well as crime victims and complainants.
CPTED examines the existing environment and its use and how those can be enhanced to improve the quality of life for residents, ultimately reducing the fear and actual incidents of crime.
Instructor: Officer Chris Fredenburg of the Saginaw Township Police Department. He is an Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist and is an accomplished practitioner of the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) discipline.
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Class Size: Limited to 35
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers: Prepaid
LEORTC Member Non-Licensed Personnel: $65.00
Non-Member Agencies: $120.00
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

MICR Training
2024-06-06 10:00 - 15:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
The Michigan Incident Crime Reporting (MICR) training course will focus on offense file class definitions, and data element selections, to accurately report MICR data.
Each five-hour training course covers:
• Reporting incidents to MICR
• Offense definitions and required data elements
• When to report hate bias
• The importance of the Law Enforcement Officers Killed or Assaulted (LEOKA) data collection
• Clearing an incident
• Other state and federal data collections
MICR Training is MCOLES Registered.
MICR Training is FREE
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Date/Time: Thursday, June 6, 2024, 10am – 3:30pm
Please register through MI-Train at train.org/mi-train/. Click the magnifying glass icon and search “MICR” in the Search TRAIN box. Select the date you desire and click “Register” to reserve your seat. Please register at your earliest convenience as attendance for these classes will be limited.

Patrol Rifle Instructor Course
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-06-21 17:00 | Delta College, University Center, MI, 48710, United States
This course is for already certified firearms (pistol) instructors. The student of this training will gain the knowledge of how to articulate and instruct the safe carry and storage; care and maintenance; sighting; setting up and engaging in live-fire drills; functions of the rifle and more to future operators of semi-auto patrol rifles. Please read the pre-requisites for the minimum standards for instructor candidates.

This course is for already certified firearms (pistol) instructors with basic AR15 user/operator course certification. Certificates of both must be presented on Day 1 to the instructors. The students of this course will gain the knowledge of how to articulate and instruct the safe carry and storage; care and maintenance; sighting; setting up and engaging in live-fire drills; functions of the rifle and more to future operators of semi-auto patrol rifles.
Only iron sights are permitted during the course with electronic sights familiarization on the last day of the class. On the morning of Day 1 the student will report to the range with a zeroed rifle for a live fire pre-test course of the following:
Zero Confirmation – From the prone position fire 3 rounds into the center mass circle of zeroing target at 27 yards to verify weapon zero. If the group is outside of the zero circle the shooter gets 1 correction and fire additional 3 round group to confirm zero. Pass or Fail
Skills Demonstration – Starting with 2 magazines with 15 rounds in each the student on command will exit a patrol car with rifle and move to a position behind a barricade. On command, the shooter will fire 3 rounds from the support shoulder from behind cover at TCQ target 15 yards away in 7 seconds, perform an un-timed tactical reload behind cover. Then on command will fire 3 rounds on same target from the strong side in 5 seconds. Place rifle on safe.
Moving across the range to a second barricade the student will take up a kneeling position utilizing cover and on command fire 6 rounds on TCQ target 25 yards down range in 10 seconds. The student will then stand on command and utilizing cover, fire 6 shots on same TCQ target in 15 seconds. From behind cover reload using the 12-round magazine. Place rifle on safe.
On command move to third position up range, 50 yards from TCQ target. From firing position, the student will shoot from the kneeling position 4 rounds in 60 seconds, then 4 rounds from the sitting position in 45 seconds, and finally from the prone position 4 rounds in 30 seconds.
Score 100% in TCQ combat scoring area.
Those unable to meet the requirements will not continue with the course. Final qualification course on Friday is 60 rounds on targets at 25, 50, 75, and 100 yards.
As this course follows the military model of marksmanship ALL students must have a 2-point sling (attaches to the toe of the stock and to the front sling swivel under the barrel) to obtain stability of the weapon. The most common is a M1 Garand from Midway $14.99 part number 966254.
PDF format zeroing targets are available at the below web addresses.
M4 (LE Carbine 16” barrel) target http://www.bobdbob.com/~deneb/doc/targets/m4-carbine-zero.pdf
M16 20” barrel target http://www.bobdbob.com/~deneb/doc/targets/m16a2-25m-zero.pdf
Zeroing instructions – A pdf file (attached) explains different ideas of battle zeroing your rifle. It is yours or departments option of which you use. However, you must pass the pre-test (described above) and the final live fire test to graduate from this course.
This is not a participation pass course. Certification is awarded based upon daily evaluations of progress, a written outline and verbal presentation of a topic, written test, and qualification course of fire.
Minimum equipment requirements: AR15 weapon, 3 magazines, cleaning equipment (don’t forget the lube), shooting mat if desired, duty belt with pistol and 3 magazines, BODY ARMOR REQUIRED ON THE RANGE, hat, eye protection, ear puffs/plugs (muffs tend to interfere with cheek weld on the stock), laptop computer with 4 GB thumb drive as all information is presented in digital format. 1000 rounds of .223 or 5.56 ball ammunition. 100 rounds of pistol ammunition.
Course Instructors: Thomas Royal & Bruce Coxworth, Certified Firearms/Patrol Rifle Instructors

Course Location: Delta Community College, 1961 Delta Rd. University Ctr 48710, Room N-007
Range Location: Saginaw City Range, 2406 Veteran’s Memorial Parkway, Saginaw, MI.
Course Fee: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid
Delta College Consortium Members: $400.00 per person
Non-Consortium: $600.00 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”
Registration Deadline: June 5, 2024. THERE IS LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. WE RECOMMEND YOU REGISTER EARLY!

Patrol Assisting on K9 Calls
2024-06-25 08:30 - 16:30 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
The call’s hot. The perimeter is tight. The channel is secure. The K-9 unit is enroute to the scene. What should you do to increase your success when the police K-9 team shows up?
This dynamic hands-on training is for any officer/deputy that wants to learn firsthand on how to assist on K9 calls and get a better understanding of the capabilities of a K9 Team. Knowing the basic principles of the K-9 olfactory system can make you more successful and SAFER! Knowledge of principles of perimeter containment, assignment of search team dynamics and terrain issues can help you be the K-9 team’s favorite patrol officer.
This 8-hour training will consist of 2 hours of classroom instruction followed by 6 hours of field work assisting actual K9 handlers and their partners in various scenarios. Most of the training will be learning how to assist on perimeters and going on training tracks with the handlers. After the short classroom presentation, participants will head out into neighborhoods, parks, shopping areas to do actual tracking.
Instructors:
Paul Connelly worked 27 yrs. at Grand Blanc Twp. Police Department, the last 11yrs. were spent as a canine handler. Paul handled 3 narcotics/patrol canines and 1 bomb/patrol canine. Paul is a Master Trainer through NAPCH in patrol/narcotics/explosives. He founded J & S K9, LLC in 2020, which specializes in private pet training and police canine training. Paul also instructs at Oakland CC Police K9 Academy.
Jeff Antcliff: Jeff has over 31 yrs. in law enforcement, the majority with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Dept. He has handled police canines for over 21 yrs. Jeff is currently the Deputy Chief at Flint Police Department where he is handling his 3rd K9, “Elvis”. Elvis is trained in bombs/patrol work. Jeff’s first 2 canines were narcotics/patrol dogs. Jeff is currently a trainer through NAPCH and instructs at OCC Police K9 Academy.
Date & Time: Tuesday. June 25th, 2024, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, 48507
Required Equipment:
Uniform of the day is your department’s uniform of the day, as we will be out in the community. If possible, please drive a department vehicle. If one isn’t available, we will double you up with a handler or another officer. Bring rain gear, because unless it’s pouring down rain, we will still be tracking.
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Personnel: Pre-paid
All Others: $100 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Practitioner
2024-07-29 08:00 - 2024-07-31 17:00 | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This full Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) course is required for officers that participate in many of the grant funded traffic enforcement measures. Additionally, this course will provide all officers a standardized, court recognized process that will enhance the reporting process and lead to higher conviction rates. This training is the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration approved course.
Class Size: Minimum of 8
Maximum of 16
Cost: This course is grant funded for all licensed officers.
Instructor: Chief William Renye, Grand Blanc Township PD.
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI 48439.
ALL INTERESTED IN ATTENDING MUST REGISTER ONLINE THROUGH MITRAIN, course code is 1034200 or key search word ‘SFST’.
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