School Resource Officer

Overview

Mandatory Training

Name: CJSTC Specialized Course #1411
Dates and Times: November 5-6, 2024; 0800-1700 hrs.
Course Description: This 16-hour Specialized course discusses the definitions and goals of de-escalation in relation to use of force, decision-making, and crisis intervention. It also describes practical techniques and skills used to de-escalate a situation. Finally, this course provides real world scenarios to allow students to practice the skills and techniques they have learned. This course may only be applied toward satisfying an officer’s mandatory continuing education requirements; it is NOT salary incentive.
Location: Institute of Public Safety Kirkpatrick Center 3737 NE 39th Avenue Gainesville, FL 32609
Equipment
Dress Policy: Casual/business casual clothing is recommended. Flip flops, shorts, tank tops and/or offensive T-shirts are unacceptable attire. Law enforcement personnel not in uniform that are carrying exposed firearms must prominently display agency ID and/or badge at all times while on college property.
Cost: No cost to officers in Region IV. Priority is given to officers in Alachua and Bradford Counties. All other officers will be waitlisted and added to the roster as space permits.
Registration: Seating is limited to 15.

Forms must be submitted prior to 10/14/2024.

Please complete the Training Authorization Form and email to Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator or fax to 352-271-2929. You will receive an email confirmation that the form has been received.
Questions?: Contact the Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator.