Sentinel Academy is a two-day course designed to enhance community supervision practices, with a focus on officer safety. Topics include field and office contacts, vulnerability assessments, developing a survival mindset, and managing hostile confrontations. Participants will learn crucial skills to navigate the challenging landscape of community supervision with confidence and effectiveness. Many of the courses listed below, and more, will be covered during the Sentinel Academy. 

Protector's Edge, an empowering program crafted to equip participants with vital defensive skills, enabling them to prioritize personal safety in the line of duty. This engaging training fosters the ability to recognize indicators of potential threats and employ effective verbal de-escalation techniques. Participants will acquire proficiency in practical self-defense tactics, enabling them to effectively counter physical attacks like grabs, strikes, kicks, and edged weapons. Furthermore, the program covers ground defense, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate close-quarters and ground-based scenarios in the face of potential threats.   

*This course is also available to private organizations and the public.  

Safety Net, a customized training program designed specifically for professionals engaged in community supervision. This course imparts participants with crucial skills to ensure safe and effective supervision in the field, and office. Through Safety Net, participants will develop the ability to identify potential risks, discern hazardous situations, and adhere to fundamental principles of face-to-face interactions. Specialized instruction will delve into the characteristics exhibited by individuals carrying weapons, encompassing their clothing choices, behaviors, and concealment methods. Drawing insights from in-depth research on past officer incidents, this training aims to enhance decision-making capabilities during high-stress environments. 

Risk Aware is a dynamic course that trains professionals in the criminal justice field to detect threats, apply de-escalation techniques, and utilize conflict resolution strategies. The program addresses challenges faced by those supervising individuals within the criminal justice system, with a focus on maintaining a secure workplace. Participants will also learn skills to navigate high-stakes scenarios outside their professional roles.

*This course is also available to private organizations and the public.  

Justice Uncovered is a comprehensive training program covering effective and legally compliant search and seizure operations. The curriculum explores legal considerations, evidence handling, surveillance techniques, and team tactics. Participants will engage in practical exercises to develop their proficiency in safely moving through structures, with a focus on operational effectiveness and adherence to legal requirements.  

Rapid Defense is a crucial training program that teaches participants how to respond effectively to active threat situations. Based on the Avoid, Deny, and Defend (ADD) approach, this course delivers detailed guidance, tactics, and options for handling these events. Attendees will learn about the history and frequency of active threats, explore civilian response strategies, and understand key medical considerations. During the training, participants will engage in practical drills and exercises that mirror real-life scenarios.  Attendees will practice providing immediate medical assistance, focused on bleeding control, enhancing their ability to manage injuries under pressure. Rapid Defense also includes training on basic tactical movement, teaching participants how to navigate complex environments and stay safe during active threats. By combining these concepts with medical skills and bleeding control, participants will acquire a well-rounded toolkit to respond to and survive active threat incidents.

*This course is also available to private organizations and the public.  

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*This course is also available to private organizations and the public.  

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