Upcoming Training/Seminars
Listed below are two upcoming COURT SECURITY OFFICER Classes. You must contact the person listed at the bottom of each announcement to reserve seats.
1. Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Court Security Officer certification class.
This is the 12 hour class as defined in Act 576 of 2007.
When: Monday, July 18th thru Tuesday, July 19th
Where: Carroll County Sheriff’s Office
205 Hailey Rd. Berryville, AR. 72616
For additional information please contact: Lt. Michael Zimmerman at (870) 423-2901.
2. Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Court Security Officer certification class.
This is the 12 hour class as defined in Act 576 of 2007.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 17th thru Thursday, Aug. 18th
Where: Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
101 E. Barraque St. Pine Bluff, AR. 71601
For additional information please contact: Capt. Gary McClain @ (870) 541-1920 or gary.mcclain@jeffcoso.com
Identity Theft
August 8, 2011
Van Buren Police Department
With the continuing advancement of the Internet and related computer technologies, identity theft is becoming all too common. This one-day course is designed to teach law enforcement officers how identity theft and identity fraud occurs, strategies for the investigation and prosecution of identity theft/fraud, and available resources to assist the victims and investigators. Class hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
To register for this class, please fax a completed registration request form to 501-565-3081, or call Janet Harris-George or Kelli F. Westbrook at 501-570-8000.
Search Warrant Update and Preparation
August 11-12, 2011
Washington County Sheriff’s Office
Fayetteville
This two-day course will include a review of the general Fourth Amendment principles that impact the preparation and execution of search warrants. A review of those Arkansas decisions which impact the preparation and execution of search warrants will be made. The law enforcement manager will then be provided with information to ensure legal compliance in the drafting of search warrants. Class hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
To register for this class, please fax a completed registration request form to 501-565-3081, or call Janet Harris-George or Kelli F. Westbrook at 501-570-8000
Principles of Supervision
August 23-25, 2011
Magnolia Police Department
This three-day course (24 hours) will allow officers to dialogue with the instructors about the challenges and successes they have had as supervisors. In addition, students will be exposed to additional topics in management and leadership, including: Performance Evaluations; Progressive Discipline; Dealing with Difficult Employees; Managing Street Risks; Stress Management; Effective Report Writing; and Public Speaking Fundamentals. This course will begin at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at 5:00 p.m. each day.
To register for this course, please fax a completed registration form to 501-565-3081, or telephone Ms. Janet Harris-George or Ms. Kelli Westbrook at 501-570-8000.
Warrantless Search and Seizure
Washington County Sheriff’s Office
Fayetteville
August 26, 2011
This course reviews law enforcement encounters that lead to the search and seizure of contraband where the requirements for a search warrant may be overshadowed by other criteria. A review of pertinent court cases will be introduced illustrating situations where warrantless searches and seizures may be authorized. Areas of interest will include exigent circumstances and consensual searches.
The course begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes at 4:00 p.m.
To register for this course, please fax a completed course registration to 501-565-3081, or telephone Ms. Janet Harris-George, or Ms. Kelli F. Westbrook at 501-570-8000.
Instructor Development
August 29-September 2, 2011
Bentonville Police Department
This course is designed to teach participants how to provide instruction using practical applications and learning principles. Topics include: Principles of Adult Learning; Research Practices and Technique; Methods of Instruction: Testing and Evaluation; Communicating Clearly; Designing Lesson Plans and Instructional Objectives; and Utilizing Visual Aids.
Class hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Class size is limited to 14 officers.
To register for this class, please fax a completed Registration Request form to 501-565-3081, or call Janet Harris-George or Kelli F. Westbrook at 501-570-8000.
OFFICER SAFETY AND COMMUNICATION SPANISH
August 23-25, 2011
White County Sheriff’s Office
Searcy, AR
This course is designed to familiarize law enforcement personnel with basic Spanish to enhance communication and ensure safety between law enforcement officers and the Spanish speaking community. Officers will learn the Spanish alphabet and pronunciation, days, months, supplemental words, and numbers 0-9.
Traffic stops and arrest situations are also covered. Officers will be exposed to cultural information, danger words and gang slang. Officers will learn how to gather information for reports, conduct interviews to gather victim, witness, and suspect information. Class hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
To register for this class, please fax the completed registration form to the Criminal Justice Institute at (501)565-3081 or telephone Ms. Janet Harris-George, or Ms. Kelli Westbrook at (501)570-8000.
