Training Catalog

The Training Catalog reflects current courses offered by Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission. For each course, you may view a list of available training and request enrollment for any future events.
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0080 - Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy The WSCJTC DOES NOT SCHEDULE Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Officer Academies.  

This class is a minimum of 364.5 hours in length.  The Reserve Academy curriculum adopted by the Commission is designed similar to that of the Basic Academy, including student performance objectives for each instructional block.  It is designed to provide reserves with the basic knowledge and skills required for safe, proper and effective law enforcement service.

Eligibility for participation in the Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy process is limited to:
    a. Specially Commission reserve peace officer of the State of Washington
    b. Commissioned Washington State Tribal peace officers
    c. Persons employed by a limited authority Washington Law Enforcement Agency as
        defined under RCW 10.93.020
    d. Persons employed as security by public colleges and universities as defined under RCW
        26B.10.016
    e. Persons employed as security in the K-12 Washington State Public School system as
         defined under RCW 28A.150.010
    f. Other – As allowed per WAC 139-05-810(4) Please Specify in Comments in Application.


Instructional blocks include:

• Criminal law and procedure
• Communications skills
• Crisis intervention
• Defensive tactics
• Patrol procedures
• Criminal investigations
• Evidence law
• Firearms (including range qualifications)
• EVOC
• Use of force
• Ethics
• Civil liability
• First aid

Graduates of a Commission approved Reserve Academy who, upon academy completion, have passed a certification examination developed and administered by the Commission, will receive the state's basic reserve officers certificate. Such certification satisfies the basic training requirements for reserve officers under the Washington Aid Peace Powers Act, RCW 10.93.090.

ACADEMY COORDINATORS: Deciding to hold a Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy should not be taken lightly.  The agency's job of teaching and shaping everyday citizens into a voluntary Law Enforcement professionals is a serious endeavor.  Agencies must be sure to give themselves ample preparation time before and after submitting the required documentation.  We recommend taking the time to put together a teaching team and maintaining organization to ensure a successful academy.  Review the forms below for guidance on starting an academy.

A reserve certificate cannot be used in place of Peace Officer Certification

Audience: These training sessions are available to those that have been recently appointed by a law enforcement agency as a Reserve Officer.

Are you interested in becoming a Reserve Officer?

Contact your local Sheriff's Office or Police Department and ask for their Reserve Coordinator. All recruits must be associated with a sponsoring agency.  

Regulations:  "Reserve Officers" are included under the definition "specially commissioned Washington peace officer" under RCW 10.93.020(5). This includes any law enforcement officer who does not serve as a law enforcement officer of this state on a full-time basis, but who when called into active service, is fully commissioned on the same basis as full-time officers to enforce the criminal laws of this state.

RCW 10.93.090 explains: A specially commissioned Washington peace officer who has successfully completed a course of basic training prescribed or approved for such officers by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission may exercise any authority which the special commission vests in the officer, throughout the territorial bounds of the state, outside of the officer's primary territorial jurisdiction under the following circumstances:

1. The officer is in fresh pursuit, as defined in RCW 10.93.120; or
2. The officer is acting pursuant to mutual law enforcement assistance agreement between the primary commissioning agency and the agency with primary territorial jurisdiction.
No Sessions Available
0084 Basic Reserve Academy Direct Certificate 0084 Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy Direct Certificate enrollment is intended to assist  full-time WA State Certified Peace Officers and active Washington State Park Ranger being hired as a reserve peace officer within the state of Washington.

Eligibility for participation in the Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Equivalency Academy process is limited to:
    a. Prior General Authority Washington Law Enforcement Agency or Tribal Officer in good
    standing from Washington State with a break in service less than 24 months.
    b. Active Washington State Parks Ranger who attended an accepted Park Law Enforcement
    Academy (PLEA) and has no breaks in service.

The 0084 Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy Direct Certificate (BLERA-DC) process was adopted by the Commission. It is designed to document that reserves completing the direct certificate process have the the basic knowledge and skills required for safe, proper and effective law enforcement service.

Requirements:

1. Acknowledge that the CJ 1903 Notice of Officer Hire for reserve peace officer position was submitted to the WSCJTC Certification Division at certmail@cjtc.wa.gov. The Reserve Program will verify that the submitted CJ 1903 Notice of Officer hire was processed by the Certification Division before certificate is issued.

IMPORTANT: If reserve peace officer position is with the same/former agency only the form is required. No new background, poly or psych exam is required. Mark the dates as N/A.

IMPORTANT: If reserve peace officer position is with another agency. New background, poly and psych is required per RCW 43.101.95. Submit the dates on the form as required by RCW 43.101.95.

2. Upload a copy of the applicant’s WA State Peace Officer Certification or approved Parks Law Enforcement Academy (PLEA) certificate/diploma.

3. Upload letter from former or current employer attesting that the officer's separation date and that the separation from the agency and certification is in good standing.  WA Parks Rangers must be actively employed when applying. There is no allowance for breaks in service for Park Rangers.

4. Agency authorized signer will sign this statement on the application. "I hereby attest, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington, the applicant is a duly authorized applicant of this agency and that the requirements of RCW 43.101.080(19) and WAC 139-05-810(2) have been met; and all information entered above is correct to the best of my knowledge."

SIGNED:  Type your rank, name, and today's date in the text box.

4. Applicant cannot have a break in service (FT to Reserve Peace Officer Hiring) for more than 24 months.

If the applicant’s break in service is more than 24 months, but less than 60 months please apply your reserve peace officer applicant under 0082 Basic Law Enforcement Reserve.

Audience: WA State FT Certified Peace Officers who accept a Reserve Peace Officer position.  Certification must be in good standing.

Pre-Course Work:  None

Class Time: None

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations can be done by the training officer/manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.  Cancellations do require the submission of a CJ 1902 Notice of Officer Separation to certmail@cjtc.wa.gov.
0201 - Collision Investigation-Basic Teaches basic techniques to investigate collisions while keeping it easy to understand. Upon successfully completing this course, the students will have a basic knowledge of photography, marks on the roadway, information from vehicles, lamp analysis, blood draws, and scene diagramming.  Students will review some basic math and formulas for calculating a vehicle’s minimum speed prior to the collision.  Material will be provided by WSCJTC which will also be used in future collision classes.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Recognize and collect at-scene accident evidence such as tire marks, vehicle damage, roadway condition and vehicle and driver condition
• Accurately complete the standardized Accident Investigation Report
• Perform basic math and formulas for calculating a vehicle's speed prior to collision
• Understand the most effective interviewing techniques for drivers, occupants and witnesses
• Organize and prepare for court; use the evidence collected from the accident scene

Audience:  This course is open to active law enforcement officers.

Pre-Course Work: None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee, whichever is higher.
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0201-25 Collision Investigation-Basic (Richland) Richland Police Department 03/03/2025 - 03/07/2025
0201-26 Collision Investigation-Basic (Puyllaup) City of Puyallup - Public Works 12/16/2024 - 12/20/2024
0202 - Collision Investigation-Advanced This class is 80 hours in length and expands on the teaching of the Basic course, and provides new material.  

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

•Understand advanced vehicle accident concepts of pre and post-accident vehicle speeds and paths
•Vehicle conditions related to accidents
•Demonstrate use of appropriate formula applied to specific accident situations

Audience:  This course is open to active law enforcement officers.

Pre-Course Work: None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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0202-9 Collision Investigation-Advanced (Kennewick) Kennewick Police Department 12/09/2024 - 12/20/2024
0203 - Collision Investigation-Technical This class is 120 hours in length and will provide students working knowledge of all skills gained in both the Basic and Advanced courses.  

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand advanced vehicle accident concepts of pre and post-accident vehicle speeds and paths.
• Understand vehicle conditions related to accidents.
• Demonstrate use of appropriate formulas applied to specific accident situations.
• Understand the problems and appropriate solutions to hazardous materials spills following traffic accidents.

Audience:  Certified law enforcement officers that meet the pre-requisites are eligible to attend class.

Pre-Course Work: None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: (Updated on every class)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $300 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
0227 - Investigative Interviewing This five-day on-line, interviewing course will equip detectives and investigators with information and strategies expected to elicit critical case details from victims, survivors, and suspects.

It is a new curriculum, focusing on research-based interviewing skills along with how trauma affects the investigator conducting the interview.

The course incorporates a five-part interviewing model, with presentations on suspect, witness, and victim interviews. Students will practice interviewing techniques that include reality-based scenarios utilizing actors and facilitators to guide the attendees through the interviewing techniques at the foundation of this course.

This is a trauma-informed interview course and attendees will learn about the criminal justice relevance of trauma and will also gain an understanding of the neurobiology of trauma.  

The goal of the course is to increase your skills in conducting interviews through a trauma-
informed lens.  

There will be approximately 2 hours of required pre-course material.  Each student will need to complete this work ahead of class.

The curriculum for this course is new and focuses on research-based techniques to obtain the best information from those you interview.

The course runs Monday through Thursday from 1300-1700 and Friday from 0830-1130.

As this is an interactive online course, each student will need a strong internet connection, video capability, and a working microphone.
No Sessions Available
0230 - Crime Scene Photography - Basic This is an intensive 40 hour hands on photography class that teaches the student how to use their department issued DSLR camera equipment.  Students will learn to be confident using the equipment at crime scenes, searches and accident scenes in a variety of environments.  This class is taught at a beginner’s level of basic photography fundamentals.  This course has many different practical shooting assignments which are indoors and outdoors with one nighttime assignment.

Audience:  This class is open to those involved in law enforcement or any field where photography is a requirement for documenting evidence or scenes.

Pre-Course Work: Download the Mandatory Equipment Check List

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (0800-1700 M-F with night shoot on Wednesday)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee, whichever is higher. .  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
0245 - Homicide Investigations, Virtual This is a 40 hour multidisciplinary online course for WA State law enforcement investigators who are Major Crimes detectives, investigators, or members of an inter-agency Independent Investigations Team (IIT).

The focus is on improving investigative skills in homicide investigations.

The course will cover:
• Elements of basic homicide investigation
• Murder investigation mode
• Murder scene analysis
• Crime lab resources
• ID procedures and wound recognition
• Laws of homicide
• Child abuse murder investigations
• Crime scene assessment
• Interviewing murderers
• Case reviews and analysis

Audience:  Class is only open to active law enforcement officers who meet the prerequisites.

Pre-Course Work four (4) hours of pre-course work to be emailed prior to the start of class.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $75 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations can be done by training managers in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
0521 - Basic S.W.A.T. Officer This 50 hour course will provide the participants with an understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during Law Enforcement tactical operations.  Upon completion of this course participants will possess the fundamental knowledge and skills to function in the various positions required of a SWAT team member.

This course is directed toward Law Enforcement Officers recently assigned to a specialized SWAT or emergency response team. This course will provide the participants with an understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during Law Enforcement tactical operations.  Participants will gain practical experience operating as a member of a team during practical and scenario-based field exercises designed to develop both individual and team tactics.  Participants will gain practical experience planning, developing & executing missions.  Upon completion of this course participants will possess the fundamental knowledge and skills to function in the various positions required of a SWAT team member.

Course Objectives:
1. Students will learn the history and philosophy of SWAT.
2. Students will learn the structure and organization of a SWAT team and the roles and responsibilities of each.
3. Introduction to the specialized equipment and munitions used by SWAT teams.
4. Students will learn the overarching principles associated with LETCSA and how they apply to SWAT operations.

Audience: This course is open to law enforcement officers who have been recently assigned to a specialized SWAT or emergency response team.

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

No Sessions Available
0610 - Sheriff's Civil Function - Basic Sheriff Civil Function-Basic is training for the support staff either commissioned or civilian that work for the sheriff in the capacity of handling the mandated civil functions of a Sheriff’s department. These include service of process, protection orders, seizure and forfeiture of personal or real property and how to properly execute a Sheriff’s Sale. Students will network with instructors and other students from across the state to learn the basics in regards to the unique and specialized tasks that fall upon the Office of Sheriff.

The course will also cover:

• History of the Office of Sheriff
• Habeas Corpus
• Restitution
• Eviction and property requirements
• Domestic Violence Legal Issues
• Fees

Audience:  This course is open to active law enforcement personnel currently employed with a Sheriff's Office.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $80 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
0681 - Field Training Officer Academy This 40-hour course presents the FTO model (sometimes called the San Jose Model program) to field trainers engaged in training those who have recently completed the BLEA, Corrections or Equivalency academies.  

Classroom topics will include:

• The composition and components of the FTO program
• Adult learning theories, principles, and styles
• Developing and presenting lesson materials
• The Coach-Pupil Method of instruction
• Duties and responsibilities of program personnel
• Use of evaluation tools (DOR, SEG)

Audience: Actively employed as a Field Training Officer.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Class Times: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $195 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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0681-78 Field Training Officer Academy (Parkland) Pierce County Sheriff's Office -West Precinct 12/09/2024 - 12/13/2024
0681-73 Field Training Officer Academy (Burlington) Skagit County Sheriffs Office - SAR Building 03/24/2025 - 03/28/2025
0941 - Law Enforcement Records This 40-hour course will cover the knowledge and skills needed for handling and processing law enforcement records.  Topics include:
• Introduction to the Criminal Justice system
• State & Federal criminal history guidelines
• Records dissemination
• Media relations and resources
• Firearms laws
• Property and evidence
• Licensing

Audience:  Class is only open to active law enforcement personnel.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus students are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and/or have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (M-F, 0800-1700)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
1992 - Blue Courage Train the Trainer Law Enforcement The 4-day course begins with the participants successfully completing the 2-day law enforcement workshop which is followed by an additional 2 days of instructor development and practice specific to the Blue Courage curriculum.  Successful completion of this course will allow the attendee to teach WSCJTC sanctioned Blue Courage 2-day workshops to either law enforcement or corrections audiences.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to instruct others on:

• Developing mental toughness, allow for the essential resilience officers and leaders must
        have.
• Instilling a sense of and commitment to the purpose and nobility of policing.
• Developing a culture of learning, critical thinking, open-mindedness, tolerance, and healthy
         curiosity.
• Addressing cynicism, enhance relationships, and manage health and stress.

Audience: Class is only open to active law enforcement officers.

Pre-Course Work: None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

No Sessions Available
1993 - Blue Courage for Law Enforcement The Heart and Mind of the Guardian is an education process designed to ensure the development of a highly evolved police officer who is prepared at any moment to reflect the best of what policing demands. It is designed to forge a culture of leadership, character and service in the spirit of what democratic policing promises its citizenry.

It is a process aimed at developing the right: Heartset, Mindset, Skillset and Toolset, enabling officers to meet the demands of modern policing.  The 2-day workshop will take attendees through 9 separate modules that ranging from Foundations, through respect, positive psychology, health and wellness and finally the Immortal Cop.  

Successful completion of a Blue Courage 2-day workshop is a requirement for the WSCJTC Instructor Development Program.

Blue Courage is a two-day leadership development workshop designed for all levels of an organization.  

The workshop will cover a variety of topics such as:
• self-improvement
• stress-management
• Instilling commitment to the purpose and nobility of policing
• developing mental toughness
• igniting a culture of learning, critical thinking, and open-mindedness
• improving overall health and well-being

For more information on Blue Courage, please visit their website at www.bluecourage.com.

Audience: Class is open to sworn law enforcement officers, corrections and non-sworn personnel.

Pre-Course Work: None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $70 show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
2001 - Instructor Development I This 40 hour class teaches the basic skills necessary to prepare and present knowledge and psychomotor based training in a classroom environment.  This class is best suited for students who have less than two years in course delivery and no formal training in instructional techniques, but is open to those of all skill levels.  A high level of student participation is required.  Topics during the course include:
•The learning process – adult learning principles and styles, environments
•Systematic design, development and delivery of training
•Methods of instruction for teaching both theory and skills
•Instructor roles and responsibilities
•Facilitation skills
•Using training aides effectively
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2001-52 Instructor Development (Burien) Burien 12/01/2025 - 12/05/2025
2001-47 Instructor Development (Kirkland) Kirkland Police Department 06/02/2025 - 06/06/2025
2001-51 Instructor Development (Lakewood) Lakewood Police 11/03/2025 - 11/07/2025
2001-45 Instructor Development (WSCJTC Vancouver) WSCJTC Vancouver 04/28/2025 - 05/02/2025
2001-46 Instructor Development (Spokane) Spokane County Sheriff's Office Training Center (Stateline) 05/26/2025 - 05/30/2025
2001-32 Instructor Development I (Dupont) DuPont Police Department 12/02/2024 - 12/06/2024
2001-49 Instructor Development (East Wenatchee) East Wenatchee Police Department 09/15/2025 - 09/19/2025
2001-48 Instructor Development (Whatcom County) Whatcom Unified Emergency Operations Center 08/18/2025 - 08/22/2025
2001-44 Instructor Development (Yakima) West Valley Fire Department 03/10/2025 - 03/14/2025
2001-43 Instructor Development (Burien) Burien 02/10/2025 - 02/14/2025
2001-50 Instructor Development (Kennewick) Kennewick Police Department 10/06/2025 - 10/10/2025
2002 - Instructor Development II The ID-II is a hybrid course consisting of 24 hours of distance learning/independent work over six weeks, followed by two days in the classroom. The pre-classroom work will entail spending 24 hours reading, studying, researching, and completing five assignments using our web platform. The participants will then meet at the location noted for the two-day classroom portion.

The independent work should take about four hours per week and includes frequent interaction with your instructors via web platform and email. If you are taking this course on your department’s time, it is imperative your agency commits to allowing you the time to complete the pre-classroom assignments each week.

This course is designed for experienced instructors to expand upon their knowledge and skills. Students will be immersed in student-centered facilitation. This is NOT a basic skills class; presentation skills and experience in lesson planning and facilitating are necessary preconditions to succeed in this class.

Scope:

The course focuses on how people learn (research from the field of educational psychology) to promote better practices in criminal justice training. How can you keep your students engaged and thinking at a higher level, to use problem solving?  What makes adult learning effective? This material will assist experienced trainers in further developing their facilitation and lesson development skills, expanding upon their knowledge as an instructor, facilitator and trainer.

Topics covered will include:

Problem Based Learning
Reflective journaling
Emotional Intelligence
Bloom’s Taxonomy
Adult Centered Facilitation Skills
Rubrics
No Sessions Available
2011 - Handgun Instructor Level 1 This 80-hour course is directed toward law enforcement personnel who have a desire to become firearms instructors. It is intended to develop the necessary instructor competencies required to provide safe and effective firearms training. During this course participants will focus exclusively and intensely on the handgun while they work to develop instructor competencies.

This course will also be recognized as a Handgun Instructor Course.  As an instructor course it is expected that participants will have above average handgun manipulation and marksmanship ability.  Participants are expected to invest time outside of class preparing lesson plans, presentations and range drills.

Prerequisite: A passing score of 90% on the entrance and manipulation skills shooting test is required.  Both tests will be conducted on day one of the course.  To review the requirements, see our Entry Level Test and Manipulation Skills Entry forms.

A pre-qualification can be arranged by contacting one of the current CJTC Master Firearms Instructor on the CJTC Firearms MI Contact List.

Failure of the entry qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student being released from the course. Fees will not be waived.

Audience: Class is open to active law enforcement officers who desire to become firearms instructors.   As an instructor course, it is expected that participants will have above average handgun manipulation and marksmanship ability.

Pre-Course Work: Students are responsible for reviewing the content of the Sport Skills Instruction book below.  Come prepared to discuss the first 5 chapters of the book.  (The final chapters will be discussed in Level II).  The book can be purchased from the link below or used from a variety of sources.  (Amazon, Ebay, etc.).

Sport Skill Instructions for Coaches
Author Craig A. Wrisberg
ISBN: 9780736039871

A handout directing the discussion is linked below.  It is to be turned in at the end of the first week with completed answers.

Sports Skills Discussion Handout - Linked below.

Dress Code:  Students attending should wear range appropriate clothing, and come prepared for all weather conditions.  Agency Identification will be required.  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is no refund for no shows without prior cancellation.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal. Instructors reserve the right to send any student home for safety violations.  No refunds will be issued.
No Sessions Available
2014 - Patrol Rifle Instructor This course is designed for the Officer who already exhibits above average rifle shooting/manipulation skills and will give them the knowledge and techniques to better transfer those skills to other Officers.

This course is NOT an advanced course NOR is it a remedial rifle training course for Officers with poor rifle skills.  This course is a blend of classroom and range to give the participant updated information related to the rifle platform and instructing the same, while also giving them practical range time to further develop their skill in operation and teaching the patrol rifle.

This course will include the following topics:
• Troubleshooting carbines
• The use of optics and how to zero them
• Principle and context-based drills related to manipulations, marksmanship and combat shooting
• Coaching techniques to increase officers rifle shooting skills
• An understanding of external and terminal ballistics and the factors which affect the bullet’s  flight, and how to develop a departmental rifle program and qualification course.

Audience:  Active law enforcement personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Prerequisite:

1. Successful completion of Handgun Instructor Level 1.

2. A passing score of 90% on the entrance and manipulation skills shooting test is required.  Both tests will be conducted on day one of the course.  To review the requirements, see our Entry Level Test and Manipulation Skills Entry forms.

3. A pre-qualification can be arranged by contacting one of the current CJTC Master Firearms Instructor on the  CJTC Firearms MI Contact List.

4. Qualification forms are listed below:
     a. Patrol Rifle Qualification
     b. Patrol Rifle Skills Sheet

5. Failure of the entry qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student being released from the course. Fees will not be waived.

Pre-Course Work:  Students are responsible for reviewing the content of the Sport Skills Instruction book below.  Come prepared to discuss the first 5 chapters of the book.  (The final chapters will be discussed in Level II).  The book can be purchased from the link below or used from a variety of sources.  (Amazon, Ebay, etc.).

• Sport Skill Instructions for Coaches
     o Author Craig A. Wrisberg
     o ISBN: 9780736039871

Applicants who fail the prerequisite entry range shooting test (qual) on day one, will be removed from the class and charged the full course fee.

Instructor reserves the right to send any student home for safety violation

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

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2014 - 18 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Tacoma) Tacoma Police Range 03/24/2025 - 03/28/2025
2014 - 19 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Wenatchee) Wenatchee Range 04/21/2025 - 04/25/2025
2014 - 20 Patrol Carbine Instructor ( Clark County) Clark County Jail Services Range 04/28/2025 - 05/02/2025
2014 - 21 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 06/09/2025 - 06/13/2025
2014 - 22 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 06/09/2025 - 06/13/2025
2014 - 23 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Snohomish) Snohomish County Range 07/07/2025 - 07/11/2025
2014 - 25 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Oak Harbor) North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association 10/13/2025 - 10/17/2025
2014 - 24 Patrol Carbine Instructor (Lakewood) Lakewood Police 09/08/2025 - 09/12/2025
2015 - Handgun Instructor Recertification • This class serves as a recertification for Firearms Handgun Instructors and Handgun Optics Instructors. It is 16 hours in length and should be attended within 5 years of the last certification. This course will provide the current firearms instructor with contemporary techniques and theories as well as a review, along with updates on RDS technology and training standards. In addition, this course will provide a review of federal and state laws and contemporary legal standards relating to the use of deadly force.

Course topics are as follows:
• Review of state & federal laws concerning use of deadly force
• Review principles of the Enoka and Heim studies
• Review handgun manipulation Techniques
• Handgun marksmanship qualification
• Current marksmanship and combat shooting techniques
• Aiming principles to include red dot sight discussion and application

Prerequisites:
1. Successful completion of Handgun Instructor, course #2011.

2. A passing score of 90% on the Exit Qualification. The exit qualification will be conducted at the end of the course. To review the requirements, see our required forms below. Failure of the exit qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student’s certification being held until completion of the exit qualification within 30 days of end of course. Fees will not be waived.

Audience:  Active law enforcement and corrections personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 14 days prior to class. There is a $850 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2015 - 10 Handgun Instructor Recert (Tacoma) Tacoma Police Range 11/03/2025 - 11/04/2025
2015 - 01 Handgun Instructor Recert (Lakewood) Lakewood Police 01/06/2025 - 01/07/2025
2015 - 09 Handgun Instructor Recert (Yakima) Sun Targets Shooting Park 10/06/2025 - 10/07/2025
2015 - 07 Handgun Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 07/21/2025 - 07/22/2025
2015 - 06 Handgun Instructor Recert ( Wenatchee) Wenatchee Range 06/02/2025 - 06/03/2025
2015 - 08 Handgun Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 09/15/2025 - 09/16/2025
2015 - 02 Handgun Instructor Recert (Clark County) Clark County Jail Services Range 03/03/2025 - 03/04/2025
2015 - 04 Handgun Instructor Recert (Oak Harbor) North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association 05/19/2025 - 05/20/2025
2015 - 05 Handgun Instructor Recert (Snohomish) Snohomish County Range 05/29/2025 - 05/30/2025
2015 - 03 Handgun Instructor Recert (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 04/21/2025 - 04/22/2025
2018 - Handgun Instructor Level 2 While the Level I course focuses on core competencies necessary to instruct others in safe gun handling, handgun manipulation and marksmanship, the Level II course focuses on diagnosing shooter deficiencies. It provides the current firearms instructor with the much-needed tools to identify shooter deficiencies, whether it be trigger control, sighting issues or physical issues surrounding the proper use of the weapon, and then diagnose deficiencies with actual shooters.

• Develop the skills necessary to identify shooter deficiencies
• Develop firearms training to correct those deficiencies
• Develop motor learning components to correct shooter deficiencies
• Begin development of maintaining fundamental skills while conducting scenario-based training

Prerequisite:  

1. Successful completion of Handgun Instructor Level 1, course #2011.

2. An Entry-Level Shooting Test and Manipulation Skill Test will be administered the morning of class.  A passing score is required to continue with the class.  Forms listed below.

3. A pre-qualification can be arranged by contacting one of the current CJTC Master Firearms Instructor on the  CJTC Firearms MI Contact List.

4. Failure of the entry qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student being released from the course. Fees will not be waived.

Audience: Active law enforcement officers who meet the prerequisites.

Pre-Course Work: Students are responsible for the content of the Sport Skills Instruction book linked below.  Come prepared to discuss the last 4 chapters of the book (6 – 9).  The handout directing the discussion is linked below.  It will be turned in at the end of the week with completed answers.  The book can be purchased from the link below or any other source (Amazon, Ebay, etc.)

• Sport Skill Instructions for Coaches
     o Author Craig A. Wrisberg
     o ISBN: 9780736039871

• Sport Psychology for Coaches (not required, but suggested reading)
     o Author Craig A. Wrisberg
     o ISBN: 9780736039864

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2024 - Patrol Rifle Instructor Recertification This class is a recertification of Patrol Carbine Instructor Course #2014 and is 16 hours in length.  It should be attended within 5  years of last certification.

This course will provide the current carbine instructor with the contemporary techniques and theories. The course objectives are as follows:
• Introduce participants to contemporary techniques & theories for firearms instruction
• Instruction on the use of duty optics

Additional topics will include:
• Deployment & manipulation exercises
• Marksmanship qualification

Prerequisites:
1. Successful completion of Patrol Carbine Instructor, course #2014 and current Handgun Instructor Certification or completion of Handgun Recertification, course #2015.

2. An exit qualification will be required at the end of the course. A passing score is required to receive a certification. Please review the exit qualification attached


Audience:  Active law enforcement and corrections personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 14 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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2024 - 01 Carbine Instructor Recert (Lakewood) Lakewood Police 01/08/2025 - 01/09/2025
2024 - 04 Carbine Instructor Recert (Oak Harbor) North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association 05/21/2025 - 05/22/2025
2024 - 07 Carbine Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 09/17/2025 - 09/18/2025
2024 - 08 Carbine Instructor Recert (Yakima) Sun Targets Shooting Park 10/08/2025 - 10/09/2025
2024 - 09 Carbine Instructor Recert (Tacoma) Tacoma Police Range 11/05/2025 - 11/06/2025
2024 - 06 Carbine Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 07/23/2025 - 07/24/2025
2024 - 05 Carbine Instructor Recert (Wenatchee) Wenatchee Range 06/04/2025 - 06/05/2025
2024 - 02 Carbine Instructor Recert (Clark County) Clark County Jail Services Range 03/05/2025 - 03/06/2025
2024 - 03 Carbine Instructor Recert (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 04/23/2025 - 04/24/2025
2026 VirTra Operators Course This 16-hour course is intended to train instructors on the correct usage of the VirTra Training Simulators.  

During this course, participants will:

• Start and shutdown the VirTra system using the directions provided in class using all the steps in the correct order
• Trouble shoot problems with the VirTra system using the directions provided in class
• Develop a 30-minute instruction session using the VirTra system to meet the criteria provided by the instructor
• Participate in VirTra Training Sessions

VirTra Judgmental Use of Force & De-Escalation Scenario Training Simulators dramatically improve:

• Judgmental use of force
• Situational & scenario awareness
• Critical thinking
• Communication skills
• Decision making under stress
• Reading body language and threat cues
• Use of de-escalation techniques
• Public and officer safety

Audience: This course is geared towards:
• Agencies who want to use the VirTra system for in-service training
• Firearms Instructors who will implement the virtual training as part of their program or who assist with Firearms instruction
• TAC Officers and Instructors in Patrol Tactics, Force Options, Active Shooter and Patrol Procedure instruction at their Agency or for WSCJTC

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $200 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2028 - Shotgun Instructor Recertification This class is a recertification of Shotgun Instructor Course #2018 and is now a 8 hours in length and should be attended within 5 years of last certification. This course will provide the current shotgun instructor with the contemporary techniques and theories.

The course topics are as follows:
• Shotgun deployment & manipulation exercises
• Shotgun Marksmanship Qualifications
• Introduce participants to contemporary techniques & theories for instruction

Prerequisites:
1. Successful completion of Patrol Shotgun, course #2030 and a current  Handgun Instructor Certification or Recertification.

2. A passing score of 90% on the Exit Qualification. The exit qualification will be conducted at the end of the course. To review the requirements, see our required forms below.   To review the requirements, see our required forms below.

3. Failure of the exit qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student’s certification being held until completion of the exit qualification within 30 days of end of course. Fees will not be waived.

Audience:  Active law enforcement and corrections personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 14 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2028 - 05 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 09/19/2025 - 09/19/2025
2028 - 02 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 04/25/2025 - 04/25/2025
2028 - 03 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Wenatchee) Wenatchee Range 06/06/2025 - 06/06/2025
2028 - 04 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 07/25/2025 - 07/25/2025
2028 - 06 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Yakima) Sun Targets Shooting Park 10/10/2025 - 10/10/2025
2028 - 01 Shotgun Instructor Recert (Clark County) Clark County Jail Services Range 03/07/2025 - 03/07/2025
2030 - Lethal / Less Lethal Shotgun Instructor This course will give current firearm’s instructors the knowledge and skills of shotgun operation in both Lethal and Less-Lethal applications.  This course is not ammunition specific, but rather, familiarizes officers with the variety of lethal ammunition options, less-lethal munitions options, and tactics currently used during LE operations. Applicants who fail the prerequisite entry range skills test will be removed from the class on the morning of the first day and charged the full course tuition fee.
This class is 40 hours in length.  Graduates will be able to teach safe-handling, operation, and manipulations of the police shotgun as well as less lethal application of the same platform.
Subjects covered include:
• Loading & unloading
• Less-Lethal options & applications
• Methods of carry
• Immediate action drills
• Select munitions drills
• Weapon modifications and accessories
• Types of munitions
• Sizing the shotgun to the shooter
• Target engagement from 1 to 100 yards
• Introduction to 37mm & 40mm Less-Lethal platform & munitions
Audience:  Active law enforcement personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Prerequisite:

1. Successful completion of Handgun Instructor Level 1.

2. A passing score of 90% on the entrance and manipulation skills shooting test is required.  Both tests will be conducted on day one of the course.  To review the requirements, see required forms below.

3. Failure of the entry qualification, (Less than 90% or 450 out of 500 pts) will result in the student being released from the course. Fees will not be waived.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2030 - 04 Shotgun Instructor (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 08/11/2025 - 08/15/2025
2030 - 03 Shotgun Instructor (Yakima) Sun Targets Shooting Park 06/09/2025 - 06/13/2025
2031 - Handgun Red Dot Sight Instructor The CJTC Handgun Red Dot Sight Instructor is a 24 hour course. The course is designed to bring current firearms instructors up to date on the fundamentals of teaching and integrating handgun Red Dot Sights (RDS) into their training curriculum or agency program.  We strongly recommend this course if you or your agency is in the process of approving the use of, or converting as an agency to handgun RDS.

Due to the advancing technology of the RDS the trend for duty use is increasing at a rapid pace.  To meet this challenge and stay relevant with emerging tools and tactics we will cover the technology, concepts, principles and training methodologies to prepare instructors to teach the RDS platform to experienced or novice shooters.

This course has been very well received in 2019.  One of the most common pieces of feedback is that instructors did not realize how much there was to learn from a user AND instructor perspective for RDS use on duty handguns.

Prerequisites: Current CJTC Handgun Level 1 Certification

Audience:  Active law enforcement officers who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Class Times: Check Reporting Instructions.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $400 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2031 - 25 Handgun Optic Instructor (Olympia) Evergreen Sportsman's Club 03/10/2025 - 03/12/2025
2031 - 31 Handgun Optic Instructor (Lakewood) Lakewood Police 08/11/2025 - 08/13/2025
2031 - 26 Handgun Optic Instructor (Wenatchee) Wenatchee Range 03/31/2025 - 04/02/2025
2031 - 28 Handgun Optic Instructor (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 05/05/2025 - 05/07/2025
2031 - 32 Handgun Optic Instructor (Snohomish) Snohomish County Range 11/17/2025 - 11/19/2025
2031 - 27 Handgun Optic Instructor (Oak Harbor) North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association 04/21/2025 - 04/23/2025
2031 - 29 Handgun Optic Instructor (Snohomish) Snohomish County Range 06/23/2025 - 06/25/2025
2031 - 30 Handgun Optic Instructor (Clark County) Clark County Jail Services Range 07/16/2025 - 07/18/2025
2034 - Designated Marksman The Designated Marksman course trains to use a light rifle equipped with a scope or magnifier.  Too many officers want to focus on CQB, which very few will actually do.  Most gun calls end up with the officer in a position of cover, at an unknown range, for an unknown length of time.  If the suspect exits, a more precise shot may be needed.

This class covers the 10 and 50 yard zero, optics abd position shooting from prone to supported shooting at ranges from 25-250 yards. Then shooter learns to make a point-blank shot from 10 to 250 yards without mechanically adjusting the point of impact - no dialing DOPE

Prerequisite: All shooters MUST be in good physical condition, capable of assuming a wide variety of positions, walking one mile, and able to climb embankments, stairs, or ladders. These are requirements, not suggestions.

Audience:  Active law enforcement personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $300 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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2035 - Three Gun Refresher This course is designed as a user level course for the patrol officer.  The goal is to practice or refresh skills related to the three common platforms of the patrol officer; handgun, rifle and shotgun.  In addition to refreshing the skills of the officer the course will also highlight current firearms principles and tactics being taught by the WSCJTC.

Audience:  Active law enforcement personnel who meet the prerequisites.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $150 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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2190 - Patrol Tactics Instructor This is an 80-hour comprehensive patrol tactics course designed to promote safe and effective tactics typically required daily for LEO. This course is the prerequisite for all other advanced/unusual occurrence tactics classes.  As such, this class contains instructional delivery specific to the course content and not general instructional concepts.

Within this class, the participant learns the components of Basic Patrol Tactics and technique application, instruction, and testing.  The core tactics involve structure clearing, low/high risk vehicle stops, MIDD, and DV calls.  Emphasis is placed on single and double officer tactics, assessment and planning skills, specific and proper means of instruction, and theoretical background to analyze and develop agency specific programs to serve as a basis for subsequent unusual occurrences and extreme risk tactics classes.

Specific areas covered in this course:

• Patrol tactics and techniques
• Mindset and effects on perception
• Scenario construction and safe effective class conduct
• Use of video recording during teaching and testing
• Human performance and learning as they relate to skill instruction and testing
• Components of learning goals and performance objectives and the appropriate use of each
• The PADDIE process and basic concepts of program development and implementation

This class covers material beyond the material provided in FTO/PTO class and is a highly recommended for both veteran and new FTO/PTO's.

Suggested reading prior to class
• WAC 139-11
• RCW’s 43.101.455, 36.28a.455, 9A.16.040, 10.114.010

Audience: Class is only open to active law enforcement officers.  It is strongly encouraged that officers meet the suggested prerequisites.  

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible. See Resources Required.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $50 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal
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2190 - 12 Patrol Tactics Instructor (Everett) New Life Church 04/14/2025 - 04/25/2025
2192 - Patrol Tactics In-Service Given a written and practical exam composed of vehicle contacts, person contacts and structural clearing.  Participants will demonstrate the following skills:

• Threat recognition, prioritization and response
• High risk handcuffing
• Legal authority
• Contact and cover
• Equipment management
• Critical life saving skills
• Angular evaluations on vertical edges, structures and vehicles

Audience: This course is offered to all Peace Officers certified in the State of Washington.

Pre-Course Work:  Students must read WAC 139-11 prior to class.

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule:

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
2270 CDT Instructor The 80-hour instructor course is the first in a series of three courses that will guide the student to the master instructor level.

The course is designed to be the foundation.  Covering all the basics in motor learning, practice structure, class structure, skill instruction and lesson preparation.  This comprehensive and practical course will help each new instructor develop the skills and confidence to instruct in all the fundamental Control and Defensive Tactics classes taught at the Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

These classes include but are not limited to; control and controlled takedowns, striking with personal weapons, baton, taser, OC, ground survival tactics/survival, weapon and belt tool retention, multiple officer control tactics, handcuffing, frisk and search.

After completion of this course, the instructor will be certified to teach (under direct supervision and guidance of a Master Instructor) all aspects of the BLEA C/DT program.  The instructor is required to teach a minimum of 200 hours under a Master Instructor to be eligible for the Lead Instructor program.
No Sessions Available
2271 - Integrated Arrest Tactics Lead Instructor The 80-hour lead instructor course is the second in a series of three courses that will guide the student to the master instructor level.

Prerequisite:  Control and Defensive Tactics Instructor

This course builds on the foundation of the CDT Instructor course.  Students will learn how to employ advanced concepts in motor learning to structure a practice session for optimal skill acquisition.  In this phase of the road to being a Master Instructor, the student primarily focuses on how to create proper skill sessions, closed skill testing parameters, open skill practices and testing and finally feedback structures to maximize learning.

In addition, students are required to take the information from the Instructor course and begin breaking “out of the box”, focusing on the principles rather than strict technique.  This open range approach will help the new instructor find ways to accommodate the many different learning styles, differing physical abilities and the wide range of mental capabilities of the learner.

After completion of this course, the Lead Instructor can now lead classes and teach ALL aspects of the Control and Defensive Tactics curriculum taught at the Basic Law Enforcement Academy.  The Lead Instructor is required to teach a minimum of 200 hours under the supervision of a Master Instructor to be eligible for the Master Instructor Program.
No Sessions Available
2390 - Animal Control Officer Academy The 80-hour Animal Control Officer Academy is specifically designed for the professional Animal Control Officer.  It is an intensive course, with the curriculum instructed by CJTC instructors and Animal Care and Control instructors.

Topics covered in this training include, but not limited to:

• Animal hoarding & psychology of a hoarder
• Basic investigations & animal cruelty investigations
• Blood sports
• Canine body language & breed identification
• Animal capture & restraint
• Cat behavior
• Crisis intervention
• Court room procedures
• Criminal law overview
• Dangerous dog laws
• Equine & livestock handling
• Ethics
• Officer safety & self defense
• Report writing
• Identifying wildlife, reptiles & exotics
• Search & seizure
• State & local law review
• Zoonosis, rabies and pet first aid

Audience:  Tass is only open to active animal control officers who meet the prerequisites.

Pre-Course Work: Submission of the ACO Criminal Records Check form at the time of registration.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $450 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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2390-4 Animal Control Officer Academy (WSCJTC) WSCJTC 03/10/2025 - 03/21/2025
2600-Advanced Medicolegal Forensic Investigation Training The Advanced Medicolegal Forensic Investigation training course is designed for coroners, medical examiners, and medicolegal investigative personnel and is intended to provide continuing education. Topics will vary and will focus on advanced death investigative concepts, new trends, and best practices. This course may be used to maintain Washington State Certification and for continuing education.

Attendance: 90% attendance is required to receive class diploma and credit.

Audience: Mandated Coroners, Medical Examiners and Medicolegal Investigation Personnel.  Non-Mandated personnel will be billed $300 per session.

Pre-Course Work:  None.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Class Times: 0800-1700

Cancelation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $300 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
4010 - Law Enforcement and Society: Lessons of the Holocaust Presented by the Holocaust Center for Humanity and the Anti-Defamation League,this innovative and nationally acclaimed program for law enforcement examines the history of the Holocaust in which officers learn about the dangers that stereotyping, bigotry and fanatical leadership pose to society. Officers are given the opportunity to reflect upon their roles, responsibilities, and challenges of policing in a democratic society today and their relationship to the people they serve. The program underscores the importance society places on law enforcement as our first line of defense to insure that the constitutional rights of everyone are protected. This program was established in 1999 at the request of DC Metropolitan Police Department; to date this program has reached more than 150,000 officers from the US and 80 countries worldwide.

This course is split into three parts, in the first part, students are introduced to the Holocaust Center for Humanity (Center), the course instructors, and will go through a virtual tour of the Center. In the second part, students will examine the history of the Holocaust. They will be asked to critically think about various scenarios by way of photo analysis and discussion. In the third part of the course students will go through a guided lecture and discussion about the role of law enforcement in today’s society, and more specifically their role in law enforcement and the communities they serve. Several questions will be asked to facilitate self-reflection and group discussion.
4124 - Pre-Supervisors This 40-hour pre-supervisors’ course is designed to acquaint the prospective supervisor with an awareness of the demands and functions of the world of supervision.  All too often, the newly appointed supervisor subsequently finds himself or herself immersed in a ‘world’ he or she didn’t anticipate and/or doesn’t understand. The transition from effective line worker to effective supervisor is difficult and challenging.  This course seeks to remedy the process by ensuring:

Participants are confronted with a variety of ‘real life’ supervisory scenarios.

Participants can identify the systemic functions of supervision, rather than developing specific supervisory skills the participant may or may not use dependent upon promotional opportunities or personal incentive.

It promotes an understanding of the role of the supervisor, an awareness of what the student brings to the position, and what that 'fit' looks like.

It provides both the student and the organization a realistic framework from which to decide if this is a direction they wish to pursue.

Participants will develop an awareness of:

• The ‘world’ of the supervisor both in terms of its ‘challenges’ and ‘opportunities’.
• Their personal assets and liabilities as they relate to supervision.
• The systemic forces that often fragment organizations and work units and create internal conflict.
• An understanding of the challenges the first line supervisor faces in creating ‘organizational partnership’ at all levels.
• How to create an agency culture that promotes and enhances teamwork and collaboration.
• The role of ‘conflict’ in an organization and how it can help or hinder in moving toward mission accomplishment.
• Their 'Emotional Intelligence' and how it applies to the world of supervision.


Audience:  This course is mandated for first-level supervisors actively employed in the corrections and law enforcement.

Pre-Course Work, if applicable, will be emailed to enrolled students or listed below.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: This class typically is offered Monday- Friday, 0800-1700.

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $50 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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4124-18 Pre-Supervisor (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 09/29/2025 - 10/03/2025
4124-16 Pre-Supervisor (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 05/05/2025 - 05/09/2025
4124-14 Pre-Supervisor Course (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 01/27/2025 - 01/31/2025
4124-15 Pre-Supervisor Course (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 03/03/2025 - 03/07/2025
4124-17 Pre-Supervisor (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 07/07/2025 - 07/11/2025
4124-19 Pre-Supervisor (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 11/17/2025 - 11/21/2025
4127 - First Level Supervision This 40 hour offering will focus on adult critical thinking and development of higher levels of problem solving.   The new-found knowledge, skills and abilities will then be applied to resolving real world supervisory situations.   Students will be presented with a comprehensive ill-structured problem and confronted with the seven product specifications that were identified in the Job Task Analysis:

-Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills
-Coach and mentor employees
-Generate and manage documentation
-Identify and manage department resources
-Manage critical incidences
-Evaluate employee performance
-Demonstrate an understanding of progressive discipline practices and "just cause" protocol

Students will work in teams to develop presentations throughout the week related to the seven specification areas.   The teams will be compelled to examine leadership situations that require them to be self-directed and self-motivated in order to be successful.   A final presentation will be made at the end of the week demonstrating how participants incorporated the product specifications into their examination of the problem and development of a well-researched solution.  

This course is part of the Career Level Certification Series.
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4127-41 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 10/13/2025 - 10/17/2025
4127-36 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 05/19/2025 - 05/23/2025
4127-39 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 08/18/2025 - 08/22/2025
4127-43 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 12/08/2025 - 12/12/2025
4127-38 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 07/21/2025 - 07/25/2025
4127-40 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 09/15/2025 - 09/19/2025
4127-33 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 02/10/2025 - 02/14/2025
4127-31 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 12/09/2024 - 12/13/2024
4127-34 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 03/17/2025 - 03/21/2025
4127-32 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 01/13/2025 - 01/17/2025
4127-35 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 04/14/2025 - 04/18/2025
4127-37 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 06/23/2025 - 06/27/2025
4127-42 First Level Supervision (Virtual) Virtual Classroom 11/03/2025 - 11/07/2025
4221 - Middle Management Driven by a comprehensive Occupational Analysis the Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) has re-designed the Mid-Management program. This 40 hour revised course combines facilitated presentations, leadership analysis, and adult critical thinking exercises to explore the world and challenges of mid-level managers.

Areas of concentration for this class include:

-Influential Leadership
-Understanding Organizations and Systems
-Building Effective Teams
-Conflict Resolution Strategies and Practices
-Ethical Reflection
-Crucial Conversations
-Performance Management
-Budget Development/Management
-Crisis Management
-Media Relations
-Personnel Management – Hiring and Discipline

As a means of incorporating the knowledge gained through the leadership experience, students are asked to identify a systemic challenge facing their organization and develop a plan to be implemented upon return to their department.

This course is part of the Career Level Certification Series.
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4250 - 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual 21st Century Police Leadership (21 CPL) is a new, innovative and intensive course designed to foster, train and empower law enforcement supervisors and managers at all levels within their organizations.  Selected applicants will receive this training during a 3-month period.  The primary courses embedded within this curriculum are Emotional Intelligence, Effective Communications and Cultivating Culture.  The delivery method for this curriculum will involve pre-course self-study work, 3 days in class followed by assignments and peer learning calls between courses.  A culminating capstone project will be required before credit can be given for completion of this program.

21 CPL was developed with full commitment to the following priorities:  Inspiring lifelong learning and that leadership training should be actionable.  Participants in this curriculum should be able to clearly see and understand how to apply what they’ve learned as soon as they leave the class with a clear understanding of why leadership is vital to the future of the law enforcement profession and how to use the tools practiced in class.  

Registration does not guarantee acceptance into the class.  Selections will be completed four weeks prior to the class; those accepted into the class will receive a notification at that time.
EventLocationDates
4250-28 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 09/09/2025 - 12/03/2025
4250-23 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 01/07/2025 - 04/02/2025
4250-25 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 03/25/2025 - 06/18/2025
4250-27 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 08/19/2025 - 11/12/2025
4250-24 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 02/11/2025 - 05/07/2025
4250-26 21st Century Police Leadership, Virtual Virtual Classroom 06/10/2025 - 09/03/2025
5035 - LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification The Federal Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA - 18USC926C) authorizes retired and separated law enforcement officers nationwide to carry concealed weapons throughout the country.

Please visit our LEOSA certification page to learn more.   Applicants must meet the standards established by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy for Covert Carry/Off Duty Proficiency.
EventLocationDates
5035-304 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 12/14/2024 - 12/14/2024
5035-316 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 05/17/2025 - 05/17/2025
5035-318 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 06/21/2025 - 06/21/2025
5035-324 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 09/13/2025 - 09/13/2025
5035-308 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 01/11/2025 - 01/11/2025
5035-326 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 10/11/2025 - 10/11/2025
5035-328 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 11/15/2025 - 11/15/2025
5035-310 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 02/08/2025 - 02/08/2025
5035-312 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 03/08/2025 - 03/08/2025
5035-314 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 04/12/2025 - 04/12/2025
5035-320 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 07/12/2025 - 07/12/2025
5035-322 LEOSA Concealed Carry Qualification (WSCJTC) WSCJTC - Range 08/09/2025 - 08/09/2025
5357 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment This is a week-long multidisciplinary course for WA State law enforcement investigators, prosecutors, and specialized child interviewers.  The training is co-sponsored by the WSCJTC and the Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence.

The focus is on improving investigative skills in child sexual abuse and physical abuse cases, with emphasis on the forensic interview with the child in suspected sexual and physical abuse cases for law enforcement, prosecutors, and DCYF, FAR, and CPS investigators.

A separate criminal justice track addresses other aspects of the investigation in addition to the child interview, including electronic surveillance techniques, scene searches, and suspect interrogation skills.

Each applicant will:

Receive information on current research-based child forensic interview techniques.

Understand the structure and components of forensic interviews that have been proven by research to be most effective in eliciting reliable information.

Practice interview skills by interviewing actors using suspected child abuse scenarios.

Learn the importance of cultural influences on the investigative interview.

Be aware of considerations for effective interviews of victims with special needs.

Learn to defend interviews in court.

Receive information about resources available to reinforce skills and keep updated about future developments in best practices.
No Sessions Available
5358 - Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment, Virtual This is a 4 day (32 hour) multidisciplinary online course for WA State law enforcement investigators, prosecutors, and specialized child interviewers.  The training is co-sponsored by the WA State CJTC and the Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence.  There are 30 hours of classroom and self-study with 2 hours of pre-course work.

The focus is on improving investigative skills in child sexual abuse and physical abuse cases, with emphasis on the forensic interview with the child in suspected sexual and physical abuse cases for law enforcement, prosecutors, and DCYF, FAR, and CPS investigators.

Each applicant will:

• Receive information on current research-based child forensic interview techniques.
• Understand the structure and components of forensic interviews that have been proven by research to be most effective in eliciting reliable information.
• Practice interview skills by interviewing actors using suspected child abuse scenarios.
• Learn the importance of cultural influences on the investigative interview.
• Be aware of considerations for effective interviews of victims with special needs.
• Learn to defend interviews in court.
• Receive information about resources available to reinforce skills and keep updated about future developments in best practices

Audience:  This course is mandated for persons responsible for investigating child sexual abuse in law enforcement, prosecution, and child protective services per RCW 43.101.224.

Out-of-state applicants are accepted only on a space-available basis two weeks prior to course start and with payment of a $500 fee

Pre-Course Work:  All students are expected to read the listed articles and guide to gain a starting point for the class.

Schedule: The class is held over 4 days - Wednesday/Thursday & the following Monday/Tuesday

Cancellation Policy:  Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  
• $100 no show or late cancellation fee for mandated.
• $500 no show or late cancellation fee for non-mandated.

Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager or by the Alliance for child Welfare Excellence
EventLocationDates
5358 - 119 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Virtual Classroom 12/04/2024 - 12/10/2024
5358 - 128 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Virtual Classroom 06/04/2025 - 06/10/2025
5358 - 123 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Bethany Baptist Church 02/05/2025 - 02/11/2025
5358 - 124 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Bethany Baptist Church 03/05/2025 - 03/11/2025
5358 - 121 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Virtual Classroom 01/08/2025 - 01/14/2025
5358 - 126 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Virtual Classroom 04/30/2025 - 05/06/2025
5358 - 125 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Bethany Baptist Church 04/09/2025 - 04/15/2025
5358 - 127 Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment Virtual Classroom 05/14/2025 - 05/20/2025
5360 - CAIA Day 5 PREREQUISITE:  You MUST have attended the online Child Abuse Interviewing & Assessment (CAIA) course between April 2020-October 2021 to be accepted into this course.  
Open to attendees of those CAIA courses who are law enforcement, prosecutors, or forensic interviewers.

November 1, 2021 from 1300-1630
Presenter: Gary Ernsdorff, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office      
Topics: Surreptitious Recordings: One party Consent Orders Under the Privacy Act, Tracking Cell Phones Quickly and Legally, and Obtaining Cell Phone and Social Media Data to Improve Your Investigations.

November 2, 2021 from 1300-1630
Presenter: Bradley Graham, Office of the Attorney General
Topic: Verification/Corroboration of Child Abuse

No Sessions Available
5361 - Child Interview Refresher, Virtual This day-long training is an online refresher class for WA State law enforcement, CPS, prosecutors and child interviewers who have previously attended the 3 - 5 day Child Abuse Interviewing and Assessment courses (CAIA) sponsored by the WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), DSHS and the Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence.

The class will review and reinforce research-based best practices in child forensic interviewing and discuss recent modifications to best practices in child forensic interviewing.

Note: This is a follow-up class to CJTC course #5357 and #5358 and does NOT fully satisfy the RCW 43.101.234 and RCW 74.14B.010 requirements for specialized child interview training for those who investigate child sexual abuse cases

Audience:  This class is open to WA State law enforcement, CPS, prosecutors and child interviewers who meet the prerequisites.

Pre-Course Work: None

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (One day class, online)

Class Fees:  $50 for mandated participants and $100 for non-mandated (Out-of-state and others).

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  $50 no show or late cancellation fee for mandated participants, $100 for non-mandated (out of state and others).
No Sessions Available
5509 - CIT 8-HR Statewide In-Service This is an 8-hour class to educate law enforcement officers on Crisis Intervention.  This course will provide up to date materials, skills, and public relations information on dealing with mentally ill individuals.

Audience: This class is primarily for Law enforcement officers and deputies within the state of Washington. Criminal justice, fire, mental health providers, and other emergency responders will be admitted into the class if space is available.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Reimbursement: Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (M-F, 0800-1700)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
5509 - CIT 8-HR Statewide In-Service, Virtual This is an 8-hour class to educate law enforcement officers on Crisis Intervention.  This course will provide up to date materials, skills, and public relations information on dealing with mentally ill individuals.

Audience: This class is primarily for Law enforcement officers and deputies within the state of Washington. Criminal justice, fire, mental health providers, and other emergency responders will be admitted into the class if space is available.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Reimbursement: Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (M-F, 0800-1700)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $100 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
5509 - CIT Statewide 8-HR In-Service
No Sessions Available
5603 - Police Training Officer This highly interactive 40-hour course presents the PTO model (sometimes called the Reno or COPS model) to field trainers engaged in training those who have recently completed the BLEA or Equivalency Academy. This program can be adapted for corrections, but the materials used in this class will be law enforcement related. It begins with an introduction to problem-based learning, which underlies the PTO program. Classes have a maximum of 24 students.

Topics include:

• The composition and components of the PTO program
• Adult learning theories, principles, and styles
• Emotional Intelligence
• Use and evaluation of journaling
• Duties and responsibilities of program personnel
• Use of teaching and evaluation tools and learning activities

Recruit training in this model focuses on the new peace officer's learning capacity and problem-solving skills as opposed to his or her rote performance capabilities, helping them to better apply their academic knowledge.

Audience: Employment as a field trainer.

Pre-Course Work: Yes. Pre-course work must be completed before the first day of class.  It will be sent out via email to accepted students at enrollment into the class.

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Class Times:  0800-1700 for the four (4) 8-hour days of instruction.  Pre-Course work is 8 hours.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $75 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations of registrations  are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
7001 - SAI- VCERT: Victim-Centered Engagement and Resiliency Tactics, Virtual This comprehensive sexual assault training is mandated through RCW 43.101.272 for officers assigned to regularly investigate sexual assault and other gender-based violence involving adult victims as well as the highest-ranking supervisors and commanders overseeing those investigations. Training is required within one year of being assigned. SAI is a 4-day online course which includes up to six hours of pre-course work and take-home materials. SAI-VCERT will equip officers with knowledge and techniques designed to enhance interactions with traumatized victims and increase officer and victim capacity towards outcomes of offender accountability.

The students will also increase their aptitude in the following areas:

-Direct and vicarious trauma
-Effective sexual assault investigations
-Interviewing and wellness tactics aimed at enhancing endurance, resiliency, and case and/or recovery outcomes.

Applying learning to practice, students conduct two mock interviews with professional actors portraying adult sexual assault victims. They receive interview guidance and feedback from expert facilitators regarding their implementation of trauma-informed and victim-centered interviewing practices. SAI-VCERT practice interviews also provide students with the opportunity to collaborate and learn from each other.

Audience: This class is open to law enforcement personnel who investigate sexual assault crimes.

Pre-Course Work will be emailed when the student is enrolled. Student manual is emailed three (3) days before the start of class.

Class Times: Check Reporting Instructions.

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $50 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
8020 - LEAD: Building a Collaborative Response to Mental Illness or Substance Use in Your Jurisdiction This ninety-minute presentation and discussion with a panel of officers, prosecutors, and service providers will focus on the LEAD model and its approach to building a collective, multi-agency system of response to reduce the crime and disorder than can stem from unmanaged mental illness or substance use.

LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, also known as Let Everyone Advance with Dignity) is designed to enhance public safety and equity by diverting people with behavioral illness away from arrest and into collaborative systems of response and long-term case management. First implemented in Seattle in 2011, LEAD is now being replicated in dozens of jurisdictions across the United States, including in communities in Washington State; it is also the basis of the state's Recovery Navigator Program (RNP) and Arrest and Jail Alternatives program (AJA).

This presentation will outline the foundational elements of the LEAD model; demonstrate how it can coexist with and enhance the value of a jurisdiction's other response strategies (such as crisis intervention, co-responder programs, and specialty courts); describe the structure and purpose of its collaborative, multi-agency governance and implementation; detail methods to enhance the fidelity and efficacy of a LEAD initiative; illustrate LEAD's benefit for both law enforcement officers and the communities they serve; and offer perspectives and insights from diverse practitioners who are using LEAD in their jurisdictions.

Audience: Law Enforcement, Service Providers, Corrections, Prosecutors  

Pre-Course Work: None

Class Times: 0800-0930

Cancelation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. Cancellations can be done by the agency training manager in the portal.
No Sessions Available
8025 - SHIELD- Protecting Those Who Serve During the Overdose Crisis SHIELD trains police officers how to be safe, healthy, and more effective when performing their duties during the overdose crisis. It is a vital resource at a time when police are being asked to do more with less, while facing high risks and reduced public support.

Built on two decades of experience working with law enforcement agencies and deep knowledge of the research base, the SHIELD curriculum is practice driven and solutions-focused. It fills major training gaps, giving officers the tools they need to be safer, healthier, and more effective in these crises.

SHIELD's skills-based learning is delivered peer-to-peer by the SHIELD training team, which is led by a retired police chief and includes research staff at Northeastern University and public health experts. Using an interactive instructional design and customized local information, the three modules are delivered in a single session in person or by Zoom.

Module 1: Resilience. Provides key facts about stress
and burnout. Builds skills for recognizing and
problem solving to remedy the effects of vicarious
trauma, compassion fatigue, and toxic stress.

Module 2: Officer Safety. Provides essential
information about risk levels and operational safety
techniques for needlestick injuries, infectious disease
transmission, and field exposure to fentanyl.

Module 3: Public Safety. Provides strategies and best
practices for improving health and safety and
reducing stress burdens through linkages with
treatment and supportive service providers.

Monday, October 2, 2023
0900-1200
No Sessions Available
8062 - CIT 40-HR Statewide - Basic This 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team Training class is designed to educate law enforcement officers on becoming a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) officer.  The CIT training is designed to provide tools and resources to criminal justice personnel to respond more effectively to individuals in behavioral health crisis.  

Officer and first responder safety is priority.  This training provides tools to increase safety for both criminal justice personnel and those in crisis.

The course will cover the following topics:
• The legal aspects of mental health commitments
• Liability issues
• Mental disorders (including indicators of mental illness)
• Understanding mental illness
• Documentation
• The interpersonal relations necessary to effectively work with the mentally ill and their families
• The mental health system
• Intervention strategies for dealing with both low and high-risk situations.

Students may participate in role playing scenarios during this class. Each training class will contain specific details related to training in the student instructions

Audience:  This class is primarily for Law enforcement officers and deputies within the state of Washington.  Criminal justice, fire, mental health providers, and other emergency responders will be admitted into the class if space is available.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Reimbursement: Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (M-F, 0800-1700)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a $ 50 no show or late cancellation fee.  Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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8062-44 CIT 40-HR Statewide-Basic (Spokane) Spokane Police Regional Training Center 12/09/2024 - 12/13/2024
8062-45 CIT 40-HR Statewide-Basic (Whatcom Co.) Whatcom Community College 12/02/2024 - 12/06/2024
8068 - CIT King CO 8-HR Fire & EMS In-Service This program is funded by the Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) 2 Initiative PRI-08: Crisis Intervention Training – First Responders for King County Sheriff, Police, Jail Staff, Fire/EMS, and Other First Responders. In collaboration with the King County Sheriff’s Office and King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division.

This is an 8-hour class to educate fire/EMS personnel on issues related to Crisis Intervention. This course will provide updated materials, skills, and public relations in regards to responding to individuals in behavioral health crisis.

CE credits are available for this class by the WA State Fire Marshal's Office.

Audience: Open to ALL fire/EMS personnel statewide with priority given to agencies in King County.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Class Times: Check Reporting Instructions

Reimbursement: Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
8069 - CIT 8-HR Corrections In-Service This 8 hour Corrections Crisis Intervention Training (CCIT) course is designed to inform, educate and/or reiterate the best practices for dealing with detainees that may go through a crisis while in custody.  The intent of this course is to understand, recognize, and discuss the techniques and skills needed for dealing with detainees and subjects in mental health crisis.  Communication and de-escalation techniques will be presented for positive and favorable outcomes.

Program benefits:

A decline in negative encounters with individuals in crisis
Decrease in use of force incidents
A Decrease in staff injuries
An Increased collaboration and trust with both community and provider groups
No Sessions Available
8070 - CIT King CO 40-HR - Basic AGENCIES OUTSIDE OF KING COUNTY register for the CIT 40-HR Basic Statewide class.

This program is funded by the Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) 2 Initiative PRI-08: Crisis Intervention Training – First Responders for King County Sheriff, Police, Jail Staff, Fire/EMS, and Other First Responders. In collaboration with the King County Sheriff’s Office and King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division.

Who’s eligible to attend:
        o King County:
             - law enforcement agencies,  
             - jail staff, and
             - other first responders in King County.

This class educates attendees on issues related to Crisis Intervention and will provide:
         o updated materials,
         o skills, and
         o public relations as they relate to working with mentally ill individuals while on duty.

The class covers the legal aspects of:
        o mental health commitments,
        o liability issues,
        o behavioral health signs and symptoms and medication,
        o Involuntary Treatment Act process,
        o de-escalation techniques and crisis communication skills,
        o cultural considerations,
        o behavioral health resources within King CO,
        o crisis diversion options,
        o immersion programs with NAMI,
        o Peer Supports, and others,
        o presentations from those with lived experience,
        o the interpersonal relations necessary to effectively work with the mentally ill, their
                families, and the mental health system; and
        o intervention strategies for dealing with both low and high-risk situations.

Role-playing:
        o Students should be prepared to participate in role-playing scenarios during this class.

Pre-Course Work:
        o None

Dress Code:  
        o For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency
                logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Reimbursement:
        o Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Schedule:
        o Monday – Friday
              - Course times vary – check course session for more information.

Cancellation Policy:
        o Deadline to cancel is 7 calendar days prior to class.
              - Cancellations are completed by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis
                        Portal.
EventLocationDates
8070-50 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
8070-44 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 02/24/2025 - 02/28/2025
8070-52 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 10/20/2025 - 10/24/2025
8070-46 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 04/14/2025 - 04/18/2025
8070-49 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 07/14/2025 - 07/18/2025
8070-53 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 11/17/2025 - 11/21/2025
8070-43 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 01/13/2025 - 01/17/2025
8070-51 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 09/15/2025 - 09/19/2025
8070-45 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 03/17/2025 - 03/21/2025
8070-47 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 05/12/2025 - 05/16/2025
8070-54 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 12/15/2025 - 12/19/2025
8070-48 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 06/23/2025 - 06/27/2025
8070-41 CIT-King CO 40-HR Basic (Burien) WSCJTC 12/02/2024 - 12/06/2024
8071 - CIT King CO 8-HR In-Service "This class is provided in accordance with the Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) Plan strategy #10a - Crisis Intervention Training Program for King County Sheriff, Police, Jail Staff, and Other First Responders."

This is an 8-hour class to educate law enforcement officers on issues related to Crisis Intervention. This course will provide updated materials, skills, and public relations in regards to dealing with mentally ill individuals while on duty.

Audience: This class is open to all criminal justice agencies statewide with priority give to agencies in King County.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Reimbursement: Reimbursement is available for this class. See the CIT Reimbursement Rates below.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
No Sessions Available
8080 - CIT 8-HR Force Options This is an 8-hour class to educate law enforcement officers on issues related to Crisis Intervention.  The course is designed to provide training to law enforcement professionals to use appropriate force options when dealing with someone in behavioral health crisis.
This class will combine hands-on physical force options training and classroom lecture

Options will include resource options and full spectrum force options to include:

> Isolate and contain
> Avoid engaging
> De-escalation Tactics
> Physical Control Tactics
> Less Lethal
> Deadly Force

Note: within King County this course is provided through the MIDD (2) plan.

This class does not replace any Patrol Tactics class required under I-940 legislation.
EventLocationDates
8080-6 CIT 8-HR Force Options (KC-MIDD) WSCJTC 12/11/2024 - 12/11/2024
Applied Skills Training Division - 0080 - Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Academy
No Sessions Available
Applied Skills Training Division - 2171 Integrated Arrest Tactics Assistant Instructor Recertification
No Sessions Available
Applied Skills Training Division - 2270 Control and Defensive Tactics Master Instructor Welcome to the 2021 Master Instructor Program!

Prerequisite:  Control and Defensive Tactics Instructor, Control and Defensive Tactics Lead Instructor

To the Stakeholders: As a Chief Law Enforcement Executive, you should expect that your commitment to the Master Instructor program will enrich your connection between the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, Basic Law Enforcement Academy, and regional partners as it pertains to the integration of control and defensive tactics and field application.

The Master instructor Program should serve the stakeholders as a regional resource.

Each Master Instructor is a subject matter expert in:

Violence De-Escalation
Use of Force applications
Control and Defensive Tactics training


Here are the new and current requirements of the Master Instructor Program

Submit an endorsement letter from the Chief LE executive of the agency

And

Complete steps to become a certified master instructor (hosted by regional partners and sites)



Here is the new path:

               80 hours Instructor Course

                              200 hours of Guided instruction to their Region

               80 Lead Instructor Course

                              200 hours of Guided instruction to their Region

               40 hours of Master Instructor Training (hosted in Burien only)

                              200 hours of Guided instructor to their Region

               40 hours of annual recertification, statewide collaboration and regional report-out

                              (Participate in one quarterly 2 hour online workshop)

The Instructor and Lead Instructor courses can be taught by local MI’s.

Master Instructor Class is taught by CJTC cadre and MI’s from across the state.
No Sessions Available
Sexual Assault Investigations - 7200 - Sexual Assault Investigations Summit Examining the complex nature of sexual assault and the human condition of bias surrounding gender-based violence and its impact on the pursuit of justice.  

Enhancing understanding and response to the complexity of sexual assault survivor needs.

Identifying promising practices for sexual assault reforms: prevention, trauma-informed and victim-centered approaches, and offender-focused investigations for greater accountability and public trust.

Incorporating Start By Believing framework into professional practice.
No Sessions Available
Special Investigations - 5357 Child Abuse Interviewing and Assessment Refresher (8 hours) Child Abuse Interviewing and Assessment Refresher
No Sessions Available
Support Services - 0609 Sheriff Civil Function-Basic (Online) This online training is for staff either commissioned or civilian that work for the sheriff in the capacity of handling the mandated civil functions of a Sheriff’s Civil Unit.

These include service of process, protection orders, seizure and forfeiture of personal or real property and how to properly execute a Sheriff’s Sale.

Audience: Civil employees of the Sheriff's Offices.

Pre-Course Work: None

Class Times: Self- Directed within the 14 days of the online materials being available per class.

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 1 day prior to the start of class. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

No Sessions Available
Support Services - Advanced Sheriff's Civil Function Sheriff Civil Function-Advanced is a 16-hour seminar style course for experienced employees of Sheriff Departments engaged in the specific Civil Duties assigned to the Sheriff by statute. Students will be presented with actual and hypothetical problems to work out with seasoned instructors. A legal advisor and multiple experienced facilitators will critique and share actual experiences dealing with the most difficult and interesting problems faced across the state in the last 30 years. A review of any changes in RCWs relating to Sheriff Civil Function and a guest lecturer will present on a current trend or public concern.
No Sessions Available
Support Services - Property and Evidence Officer This 40 hour course is designed for law enforcement personnel with designated responsibilities and/or supervision of evidence and property. Class content includes:

1.  Washington State laws pertaining to property and evidence
2.  Job description and responsibilities
3.  Storage and organization methods
4.  WASPC accreditation standards
5.  WSP crime lab packaging and submission guidelines
6.  Audits and inventories
7.  Best practices: Policies and Procedures
8.  Retention guidelines and disposition projects
9.  Evidence in Court

Audience:  Class is only open to actively employed criminal justice professionals.

Pre-Course Work: None

Dress Code:  For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Schedule: Check Reporting Instructions (M-F, 0800-1700)

Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.  There is a no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.
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Use of Force - 6239 - Use Of Force Course    The primary objective of this Use of Fore (UOF) Course is to prepare law enforcement officers to understand and implement the Use of Force policy developed by the Washington State Office of the Attorney General (or consistent department’s UOF policy).  Students will learn the methodology required to successfully deliver the 24-hour UOF Training.

   Law Enforcement Officers have come under intense pressure in recent years to prioritize efforts at employing de-escalation techniques in force encounters.  Sometimes best practices in de-escalation do not always translate in a complete success or it is not feasible.  For example, officers often deal with Acute Behavioral Disturbances.  During this course, officers will learn quickly to recognize that someone is suffering from a possible medical condition so they can successfully intervene and provide care when safe and feasible.

   This course will also cover Team Tactics and Techniques designed to apply the knowledge learned in the classroom previously.  Drills will consist of force options selected to appropriately control and modulate force reasonable and necessary with proportionality.

   Finally, the course will include a section that pertains to UOF report writing and the importance understanding human factors, decision-making and memory issues affecting officer’s reports or statements.

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