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SUMMARY:Leadership and Supervision in Todays World\, Phelps County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/leadership-and-supervision-in-todays-world-phelps-county/
LOCATION:Phelps County Sheriff’s Office\, 500 W. Second St.\, Rolla\, 65401
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Sikeston
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-sikeston-2/
LOCATION:Sikeston DPS\, 201 S. Kingshighway\, Sikeston\, MO\, 63801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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SUMMARY:Critical Decision-Makingfor Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections\, Stoddard County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/critical-decision-makingfor-modern-law-enforcement-corrections-stoddard-county/
LOCATION:Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office\, 207 S. Prairie\, Bloomfield\, MO\, 63825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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SUMMARY:Cultural Differences Chaplain Training Course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/cultural-differences-chaplain-training-course/
LOCATION:Greene County Sheriff’s Office\, 5100 West Division St.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65802
CATEGORIES:Management,Patrol,Training
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SUMMARY:Use-of-Force Decision Making\, Pulaski County
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nPOST# 21621 \nOffering 2 Classes: (4 hours each)\nJanuary 13th\, 2026  Morning 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/7/2026)\nJanuary 20th\, 2026 Morniong 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/14/2026) \nCOURSE DISCRIPTION\nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nCLICK HERE to download Use of Force Flyer\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-pulaski-county-2/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office\, 403 School St.\, Waynesville\, MO\, 65583\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T003903Z
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SUMMARY:Use-of-Force Decision Making\, Pulaski County
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nPOST# 21621 \nOffering 2 Classes: (4 hours each)\nJanuary 13th\, 2026  Morning 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/7/2026)\nJanuary 20th\, 2026 Morniong 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/14/2026) \nCOURSE DISCRIPTION\nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nCLICK HERE to download Use of Force Flyer\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-pulaski-county-2/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office\, 403 School St.\, Waynesville\, MO\, 65583\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Johnson County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nDecember 10\, 11\, 12\, 15\, 16 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: December 3rd\, 2025 \nCLICK Here to download flyer: MSA Instructor Development Johnson\nClick or scan QR code to Register
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-johnson-county/
LOCATION:Johnson County Sheriff’s Office\, 110 West Main\, Warrensburg\, 64093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Henry County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nNovember 4\, 5\, 11\, 12\, 13 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: October 28th\, 2025 \nDOWNLOAD: Instructor Development Course – Henry PDF\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-henry-county-3/
LOCATION:Henry County Sheriff’s Office\, 200 N. Main St.\, Clinton\, MO\, 64735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T170000
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SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Camden County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nNovember 4\, 5\, 11\, 12\, 13 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: October 28th\, 2025 \nDOWNLOAD PDF: Instructor Development Course – Camden\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-camden-county/
LOCATION:Camden COunty Public Safety Education Center\, 12 VFW Road\, Camdenton\, 65020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250925T182818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182818Z
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SUMMARY:Use-of-Force Decision Making\, Pulaski County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 21621 \nOffering 2 Classes: (4 hours each)\nMorning 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.\nAfternoon 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nCOURSE DISCRIPTION\nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \n  \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-pulaski-county/
LOCATION:Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office\, 403 School St.\, Waynesville\, MO\, 65583\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mosheriffs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MSA-Header-Use-of-Force-Decision-Making.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250606T182454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T191746Z
UID:10000225-1760428800-1760634000@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Use of Force Instructor Course - Jefferson City
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview:\nThe Missouri Sheriffs’ Association proudly presents a comprehensive Use-of-Force Instructor Course designed to develop expert-level instructors for law enforcement and corrections agencies. In today’s rapidly evolving legal and societal landscape\, agencies must ensure their trainers are equipped with the legal knowledge\, instructional strategies\, and practical experience necessary to lead effective\, ethical\, and defensible use-of-force training. \nThis course is built to help instructors not only understand what force can be used\, but more importantly\, why\, when\, and how force should be applied within constitutional\, legal\, and ethical parameters. \nCourse Highlights:\n1. Groundbreaking approaches to use-of-force training.\n2. Legal insights to prepare officers and agencies for real-world challenges.\n3. Techniques and principles that reduce the risk of injury and liability.\n4. Expert perspectives to enhance safety\, confidence\, and control during force encounters. \nTopics Include\n1. Constitutional Standards\n2. State and Federal Use-of-Force Laws\n3. Force Options and Decision-Making Models\n4. De-Escalation Techniques\n5. Instructional Design and Delivery\n6. Policy Development and Implementation \nWho Should Attend\n1. Defensive Tactics or Firearms Instructors\n2. Training Coordinators or Academy Staff\n3. Supervisors or Command Staff \nWalk away with:\n1. A deep understanding of legal standards and force accountability  and tools to evaluate and improve force-related training at your agency.\n2. Confidence in courtroom-defensible instructional delivery\n3. Certification as a Use-of-Force Instructor \nCOST: Contracted: FREE! Noncontracted: $150.00 \nDate: October 14-16\, 2025 \nLocation:\nMissouri Sheriffs’ Association\n6605 Business 50 West\nJefferson City\, MO 65109 \nPOST Credit: 24 Hours\n12 Hours Legal Studies\n6 Hours Technical Studies\n2 Hours De-Escalation\n4 Hours Skill Development \n  \nDownload the course flyer. \nClick HERE to register.
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-instructor-course/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Merritt":MAILTO:kevin@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250905T170930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T131749Z
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SUMMARY:Engaging Students with Special Needs POST #29948
DESCRIPTION:COURSE OVERVIEW\nSchool Resource Officers are the heartbeat of campus safety—mentors\, first responders\, and champions for every child. This high-energy course equips you with the legal savvy and trauma-informed tactics to keep students with physical\, sensory\, cognitive\, emotional\, or trauma-related disabilities safe\, respected\, and fully included. \nBUILT BY PROS\, FOR PROS\nDeveloped with veteran SROs and master-level special-education teachers— so every tactic works in the real world. \nPOWER SKILLS YOU’LL TAKE HOME \n \n\nTOTAL DISABILITY KNOW-HOW\nUnderstand how diverse disabilities shape behavior and communication.\nLAW IN A FLASH\nIDEA • Section 504 • ADA • MO 5 CSR 20-400 made crystal-clear.\nREALITY-BASED SCENARIOS\nHands-on drills that turn theory into muscle memory.\nTALK THAT CALMS\nPerson-centered language\, trauma-informed de-escalation\, assistive-tech hacks.\nBULLET-PROOF DOCUMENTATION\nConfidential\, airtight reports that protect students and your agency.\n\nLOCATION\nTurn-Key Mobile\n4510 Country Club Drive\nJefferson City\, MO 65109\n(Building on the right) \nDATE\nOctober 10\, 2025\n8am-5pm \nCOST\nContracted: FREE!\nNon-contracted: $50 \nPOST CREDIT: 8-Hours\n2 Legal Studies\, 2 Interpersonal Perspectives\, and 4 Technical Studies. \n  \n  \nClick HERE to register.
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/engaging-students-with-special-needs/
LOCATION:Turn-Key Mobile\, 4510 Country Club Drive\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Merritt":MAILTO:kevin@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250711T140722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T232148Z
UID:10000236-1759219200-1760029200@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Texas County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nSeptember 30\, October 1\, 7\, 8\, 9\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: September 22\, 2025 \nDOWNLOAD: Texas County Form\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-texas-county/
LOCATION:Texas County Sheriff’s Office\, 519 N. Grand Ave. Ste. 101\, Houston\, 65483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250203T010604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T211442Z
UID:10000198-1758614400-1758733200@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Less-Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor Course\, Jeff City
DESCRIPTION:CLASS OVERVIEW \nThe Missouri Sheriffs’ Association is proud to announce an updated and expanded Less-Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor Course\, designed to provide advanced training and certification for law enforcement and Corrections professionals. This newly enhanced 16-hour program builds upon our previous 8-hour course\, delivering comprehensive instruction on the most current best practices\, policies\, and procedures for the effective and safe use of less-lethal impact munitions. \n  \nCOURSE HIGHLIGHTS \n• De-Escalation and the Duty to Intervene – Integrating de-escalation principles with less-lethal deployment. \n• Use of Impact Munitions During Patrol\, Jail\, and Civil Operations – Tailored strategies for various operational contexts. \n• Selecting Impact Munition Deployment Options – Evaluating tools for specific scenarios. \n• Tactical Control\, Failure Response\, and Transitioning – Responding to deployment failures and transitioning to other force options. \n• Impact Munitions Training Safety Considerations – Best practices to ensure safety during training and live operations. \n• Impact Munitions Policy and Procedure Development – Guidance on creating comprehensive policies for your agency. \n• Development of Your Agency End-User Certification Program – Establishing a robust training and certification system for end-users. \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n• Law enforcement and Corrections trainers and instructors.\n• Supervisors and managers involved in less-lethal munitions deployment.\n• Patrol officers\, jail staff\, and civil operations personnel tasked with operational planning or deployment.\n• Policy developers and training coordinators seeking to enhance their agency’s less-lethal programs. \n  \nWHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS GAIN? \n• Be certified to train and certify end-users within their agency.\n• Develop the expertise to create and implement less-lethal impact munitions policies and procedures.\n• Gain strategies to incorporate de-escalation and the duty to intervene into less-lethal deployment.\n• Learn how to adapt impact munitions tactics to patrol\, jail\, and civil operations.\n• Enhance operational readiness through improved tactical control and transition planning. \n  \nCOST:\nContracted Agency: $200*\nNon-Contracted Agency: $350*\n*$75.00 Supply fee built-in \nREFUND POLICY: 50% refund if canceled within 48-hours before class. ALL COST DUE IF NOT. \nNOTE: Cost includes manuals\, study material and CLEE credit. Students are responsible for all lodging\, meals\, and transportation expenses. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to advance your agency’s capabilities and ensure that your team is prepared to effectively and safely utilize less-lethal impact munitions in a variety of operational settings. \nRegister today! Space is limited. \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/less-lethal-impact-munitions-instructor-course-cole-county/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil,Courts,Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250606T200710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T200724Z
UID:10000229-1758164400-1758196800@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Use-of-Force Decision Making\, Newton County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 21621 \nOffering 2 Classes: (4 hours each)\nMorning 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.\nAfternoon 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nCOURSE DISCRIPTION\nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \n  \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-newton/
LOCATION:Newton County Sheriffs Office\, 208 W. Coler Street\, Neosho\, MO\, 64850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250806T165755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T165755Z
UID:10000239-1757404800-1758214800@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Henry  County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nSeptember 9\, 11\, 16\, 17\, 18 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: September 2nd\, 2025 \nDOWNLOAD: Instructor Development Course – Henry County PDF\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-henry-county/
LOCATION:Henry County Sheriff’s Office\, 200 N. Main St.\, Clinton\, MO\, 64735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250420T235632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T190033Z
UID:10000215-1756195200-1756400400@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Red Dot System (RDS) Instructor Course
DESCRIPTION:3-DAY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM \nPOST #29224 \n  \nCourse Overview:\nJoin the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association for a specialized 3-Day Red Dot System (RDS) Instructor Course tailored for law enforcement and corrections professionals. This comprehensive program provides instructors with the skills and knowledge to effectively transition officers from iron sights to red dot optics on duty handguns. \n  \nTopics Includes: \n\nHistory and Evolution of Red Dot Sights in Law Enforcement\nRDS Operation\, Failures\, Maintenance\, and Battery Management\nMounting and Zeroing Techniques\nTactical Considerations for Duty Use\nInstructional Methods and Student Drill Design\nFirearms and Range Safety\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nFirearms Instructors\nTraining Coordinators\nPatrol and Corrections Training Officers\n\n  \nWhat Participants Will Walk Away With: \n\nExpertise in operating\, maintaining\, and troubleshooting red dot optics.\nPractical skills in designing and executing effective RDS training scenarios.\nEnhanced capability to instruct and mentor officers transitioning to red dot sight systems.\n\n  \nLocation: \nMissouri Sheriffs’ Association\n6605 Business 50 West\nJefferson City\, MO 65109 \n  \nDate:\nAugust 26-28\, 2025\n8am-5pm (With a night shoot) \nCost:\nContracted: $150\nNon-contracted: $300 \n  \nWhat to Bring: \n\nComfortable Clothing suitable for dynamic scenarios and movements.\nProtective and Safety Equipment\nEye and Hearing Protection\nPistol equipped with a Red Dot System and 500 rounds of ammunition.\nDuty belt and gear\, flashlight\, protective vest\, and hydration system.\nNote-Taking Material & Laptop.\n\n  \nContact: Kevin Merritt by email at email or phone 573-301-7728\nVisit www.mosheriffs.com for additional details or to register. \n  \nPOST Credit: 24-Hours\n4 Hours Legal Studies\,12 Hours Technical Studies\, and 8 Hours Firearms \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF \nClick HERE to register.
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/red-dot-system-rds-instructor-course/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250731T132922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T132922Z
UID:10000238-1755590400-1756400400@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Platte County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nAugust  19\, 20\, 26\, 27\, 28 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThis course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge to develop training programs that meet the requirements of the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) Rules and Regulations\, and then present those programs to peace officers licensed in the State of Missouri. This program is POST Approved to meet the requirements necessary for licensing as a POST Generalist Instructor and Specialist Instructor. \nThe program begins with three days of interactive classroom training. Topics covered include course preparation\, public speaking\, principles of learning\, the role of the instructor\, training aids\, training liability\, test construction\, methods of instruction\, and adult learning principles. Students will be required to perform short classroom presentations. Students will also be required to present a 50-minute practical teaching exercise. The topic will be chosen in class\, but students will create the presentation on their own time. When students return the following week\, they will finalize their presentation with the aid of their instructor. On the final day of class\, students will be expected to present a 50- minute teaching exercise. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: August 11\, 2025 \nDOWNLOAD: MSA Instructor Development Platte PDF\n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-platte-county/
LOCATION:Platte County Sheriff’s Office\, 11724 NW Plaza Circle\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250421T003017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T193217Z
UID:10000216-1752566400-1752771600@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Reality-Based Training  Instructor Course
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\nJoin us for a comprehensive 3-Day Reality-Based Training (RBT) Instructor Course specifically designed for law enforcement and corrections professionals. This intensive program will equip trainers with the essential skills and knowledge to deliver realistic\, effective\, and safe scenario-based training. \n  \nTopics Includes \n\nFoundations of Reality-Based Training\nTraining Methodologies\nSafety Protocols and Risk Mitigation\nScenario Design & Development\nLegal Considerations\nInstructor Roles and Responsibilities\nUse of Role Players\n\n  \nWho Should Attend? \n\nLaw Enforcement Trainers\nCorrections Training Staff\nField Training Officers\nAgency Training Coordinators\n\n  \nParticipants Will Walk Away With: \n\nEnhanced skills in designing and conducting realistic training scenarios\nClear understanding of safety and legal standards in RBT\nAbility to effectively manage role players and training logistics\n\n  \nLocation  \nMissouri Sheriffs’ Association\n6605 Business 50 West\nJefferson City\, MO 65109 \nContracted: $150\nNon-contracted: $300 \n  \nWhat to Bring \n\nComfortable Clothing suitable for dynamic scenarios and movements.\nProtective & Safety Equipment\nEye & Hearing Protection\nTactical or protective gloves appropriate for scenario training and weapon handling.\nDuty belt or tactical gear set-up identical or similar to what is used on duty.\nNote-Taking Material & Laptop.\n\n  \nContact: Kevin Merritt by email at email or phone 573-301-7728\nVisit www.mosheriffs.com for additional details or to register. \n  \nPOST Credit: 24-Hours (4 Hours Legal Studies & 20 Hours Technical Studies.) \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF \nClick HERE to register!
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/reality-based-training-instructor-course/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250502T004142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T004142Z
UID:10000220-1749542400-1750352400@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Trenton
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nJune 10\, 11\, 17\, 18\, 19\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThere is more to delivering meaningful instruction than just getting up and talking in front of a group. Teaching techniques or procedures that fall below the standard of a specific industry or negligently drafting an employee training manual or employee training guide that fails to properly train employees for the tasks in which they will be working can lead to unwanted liability. Not only must training material be well thought out\, researched\, and designed\, it must also be properly delivered in the classroom or through an e-learning platform. \nThis training is designed to teach participants how to conduct proper research\, develop defensible lesson plans and properly engage learners whether through an e-learning platform or in a classroom.\nTo successfully complete this training\, participants must properly research\, write\, and present a 50-minute lesson plan\, complete with a proper source document\, objectives\, and test questions. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: June 11\, 2025 \n  \n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-trenton/
LOCATION:Barton Farm Campus\, 96 SE 8TH AVENUE\, TRENTON\, MO\, 64683\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250502T003307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T003307Z
UID:10000219-1747987200-1748001600@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Use-of-Force Decision Making\, Scott County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 21621 \n8:00 a.m. – Noon \nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \n  \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \n  \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \n  \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \n  \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-scott-county/
LOCATION:Scott County Sheriff’s Office\, 131 S. New Madrid Street\, Benton\, MO\, 63736\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250224T153159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T200835Z
UID:10000203-1747728000-1747846800@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Less-Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor Course\, Jeff City
DESCRIPTION:CLASS OVERVIEW \nThe Missouri Sheriffs’ Association is proud to announce an updated and expanded Less-Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor Course\, designed to provide advanced training and certification for law enforcement and Corrections professionals. This newly enhanced 16-hour program builds upon our previous 8-hour course\, delivering comprehensive instruction on the most current best practices\, policies\, and procedures for the effective and safe use of less-lethal impact munitions. \n  \nCOURSE HIGHLIGHTS \n• De-Escalation and the Duty to Intervene – Integrating de-escalation principles with less-lethal deployment. \n• Use of Impact Munitions During Patrol\, Jail\, and Civil Operations – Tailored strategies for various operational contexts. \n• Selecting Impact Munition Deployment Options – Evaluating tools for specific scenarios. \n• Tactical Control\, Failure Response\, and Transitioning – Responding to deployment failures and transitioning to other force options. \n• Impact Munitions Training Safety Considerations – Best practices to ensure safety during training and live operations. \n• Impact Munitions Policy and Procedure Development – Guidance on creating comprehensive policies for your agency. \n• Development of Your Agency End-User Certification Program – Establishing a robust training and certification system for end-users. \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n• Law enforcement and Corrections trainers and instructors.\n• Supervisors and managers involved in less-lethal munitions deployment.\n• Patrol officers\, jail staff\, and civil operations personnel tasked with operational planning or deployment.\n• Policy developers and training coordinators seeking to enhance their agency’s less-lethal programs. \n  \nWHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS GAIN? \n• Be certified to train and certify end-users within their agency.\n• Develop the expertise to create and implement less-lethal impact munitions policies and procedures.\n• Gain strategies to incorporate de-escalation and the duty to intervene into less-lethal deployment.\n• Learn how to adapt impact munitions tactics to patrol\, jail\, and civil operations.\n• Enhance operational readiness through improved tactical control and transition planning. \n  \nCOST:\nContracted Agency: $200*\nNon-Contracted Agency: $350*\n*$75.00 Supply fee built-in \nREFUND POLICY: 50% refund if canceled within 48-hours before class. ALL COST DUE IF NOT. \nNOTE: Cost includes manuals\, study material and CLEE credit. Students are responsible for all lodging\, meals\, and transportation expenses. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to advance your agency’s capabilities and ensure that your team is prepared to effectively and safely utilize less-lethal impact munitions in a variety of operational settings. \nRegister today! Space is limited. \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/less-lethal-impact-munitions-instructor-course-jeff-city/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil,Courts,Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250329T203005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T134812Z
UID:10000211-1744704000-1745427600@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Scott County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nApril 15\, 17\, 21\, 22 and 23\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nThere is more to delivering meaningful instruction than just getting up and talking in front of a group. Teaching techniques or procedures that fall below the standard of a specific industry or negligently drafting an employee training manual or employee training guide that fails to properly train employees for the tasks in which they will be working can lead to unwanted liability. Not only must training material be well thought out\, researched\, and designed\, it must also be properly delivered in the classroom or through an e-learning platform. \nThis training is designed to teach participants how to conduct proper research\, develop defensible lesson plans and properly engage learners whether through an e-learning platform or in a classroom.\nTo successfully complete this training\, participants must properly research\, write\, and present a 50-minute lesson plan\, complete with a proper source document\, objectives\, and test questions. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: April 10\, 2025 \n  \n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-sikeston/
LOCATION:Sikeston Department of Public Safety Fire Division Station 1\, 301 N West\, Sikeston\, 63801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250220T150714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T210004Z
UID:10000199-1744012800-1744390800@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Basic Supervision\, Livingston County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 10461 \nApril 7-11\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nThis course is designed to provide the student the necessary skills and knowledge to perform the formal functions of supervision to include planning\, reporting\, improving\, directing\, and evaluating (PRIDE). \nIt is no secret that many people\, if not most\, leave their jobs because of poor supervision. Thus\, other topics covered in the training will address “informal” functions of supervision to include human relations concepts and skills; leadership and motivational principles; and supervisor/subordinate relationships. \n  \nWho Should Attend:\nCurrent leaders and those who want to prepare themselves for future leadership positions in a public safety agency. Those interested in personal and professional growth. This training qualifies for thirty-six (36) hours of POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education Credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST licensed continuing education provider. \n  \nDEADLINE: March 30\, 2025 \n  \nFor additional information contact: Jeanne Merritt\, Email\, 573-529-6900 \n  \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/basic-supervision-livingston-county/
LOCATION:District 2 Probation & Parole\, 615 S Washington St\, Chillicothe\, MO\, 64601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250220T155916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T160222Z
UID:10000200-1742889600-1743008400@mosheriffs.com
SUMMARY:Leadership and Supervision in Today’s World\, Johnson County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 21279 \nMarch 25 & 26\, 2025\n8:00 am – 5:00 pm \nMost people equate leadership with a specific position or job title. But you need more then a title on the door to have followers. \nTrue leadership is the ability to influence people to achieve a better result for an organization or group. The most effective leaders have a strong sense of self; they understand the qualities that make other people want to follow them\, and they know how to adjust those qualities when circumstances require them to do so. \nWhether you have been in a leadership position for awhile\, new to the position or simply aspiring to influence others\, this course is for you. \nLearn the importance of knowing your strengths and limitations; of effectively communicating a positive\, realistic vision; as well as the importance of motivating and inspiring followers to reach their potential. \nThis 2-day\, fast paced course prepares you to be the new type of leader that today’s workplace demands. \n  \nTopics Include: \n\nQualities and Skill Building for Supervisors – 2 Hours\nLeadership Development Motivation and Retention – 2 Hours\nBreaking the Communication Walls – 2 Hours\nCompetencies of the Correctional Leader – 2 Hours\nDefining a Toxic Employee – 4 Hours\nUnderstanding Styles and Personalities – 2 Hours\n“Leadership” Without A Title- 2 Hours\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/leadership-and-supervision-in-todays-world-johnson-county/
LOCATION:Johnson County Sheriff’s Office\, 110 West Main\, Warrensburg\, 64093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
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SUMMARY:Objective Inmate Classification – Cape Girardeau County
DESCRIPTION:March 21\, 2025 \nCHOOSE MORNING OR AFTERNOON SESSION: \nMorning Session 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nAfternoon Session 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nPOST #25537 \nThroughout history managing inmate behavior has been a goal of administrators and it is now more important than ever. A key aspect of any inmate behavior management plan is inmate classification. This presentation begins by defining classification and discussing standards for evaluating classification assessment tools. It covers core distinguishing features of an objective classification system\, aspects of system validity and reliability\, along with the need for appropriate override within the system. It concludes with a tabletop where participants work through an actual classification exercise. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\nAnyone working or volunteering within a jail or prison: including line staff\, supervisors\, and administrators. \nTOPICS INCLUDE:\n• The Importance of an Effective Inmate Behavior Management Plan\n• Essential Elements of a Behavior Management Plan\n• Core Features of an Objective Classification System\n• Why We Classify Inmates\n• Categories of Information Needed for Proper Classification\n• Different Classification Levels\n• The Importance of Reassessing Classification\n• Distinguishing Between ‘Classification’ and ‘Separation’ of Prisoners \nPOST CLEE CREDIT:\n4 Hours Technical Studies
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/objective-inmate-classification-morning-session-cape-girardeau/
LOCATION:Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office\, 216 North Missouri St.\, Jackson\, 63755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250314T135058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T135058Z
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SUMMARY:Use of Force Decision Making - Stoddard County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 21621 \nDATE & TIME\nMarch 20\, 2025\n8am – Noon or 1pm – 5pm\n(Note: You only need to attend 1 of the 2 sessions) \nLOCATION\nStoddard County Sheriff’s Office\n207 South Prairie\nBloomfield\, MO \nCOURSE DISCRIPTION\nThis 4-hour course begins with a look at how one of the most important aspects of life is “decision-making” and how whatever choice we decide on today can impact how our life will play out in the future. It provides participants with a better understanding of the decision-making process\, things that can hinder the effectiveness of the decision processes\, along with providing the knowledge required to may good use-of-force decision. \nWho Should Attend\n• Patrol Officers\n• Corrections Staff\n• Administrative Support Staff\n• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders \nTopics Covered\n• Police Decision-Making\n• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making\n• Decision Fatigue\n• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time\n• Conditions of De-escalation\n• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force\n• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force \nPOST CLEE CREDIT\n2 Hours Legal Studies\n*Includes De-escalation Credit\n2 Hours Technical Studies\n* Includes Implicit Bias Credit \n 
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/use-of-force-decision-making-stoddard-county/
LOCATION:Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office\, 207 S. Prairie\, Bloomfield\, MO\, 63825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jail,Management,Officer Safety & Wellness,Patrol,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gina Kauffman":MAILTO:gina@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250119T151907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T153506Z
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SUMMARY:Instructor Development Course\, Pettis County
DESCRIPTION:Post #26060 \nMarch 17\, 18\, 19\, 27 & 28\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nThere is more to delivering meaningful instruction than just getting up and talking in front of a group. Teaching techniques or procedures that fall below the standard of a specific industry or negligently drafting an employee training manual or employee training guide that fails to properly train employees for the tasks in which they will be working can lead to unwanted liability. Not only must training material be well thought out\, researched\, and designed\, it must also be properly delivered in the classroom or through an e-learning platform. \nThis training is designed to teach participants how to conduct proper research\, develop defensible lesson plans and properly engage learners whether through an e-learning platform or in a classroom.\nTo successfully complete this training\, participants must properly research\, write\, and present a 50-minute lesson plan\, complete with a proper source document\, objectives\, and test questions. \n  \nTopics Include\n• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development\n• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research\n• Proper Source Document Construction\n• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives\n• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans\n• Constructing & Validating Test Questions\n• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners \n  \nDue to the interactive nature of this program\, class size is limited to 14 students. \nThis training qualifies for 40 hours of Missouri POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST Licensed provider of continuing education. \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDeadline: March 10\, 2025 \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/instructor-development-course-pettis-county-3/
LOCATION:Pettis County Sheriff’s Office\, 319 S. Lamine\, Sedalia\, MO\, 65301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250106T215126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T155513Z
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SUMMARY:Basic Supervision\, Taney County
DESCRIPTION:POST# 10461 \nFEBRUARY 25-28\, 2025\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n  \nThis course is designed to provide the student the necessary skills and knowledge to perform the formal functions of supervision to include planning\, reporting\, improving\, directing\, and evaluating (PRIDE). \nIt is no secret that many people\, if not most\, leave their jobs because of poor supervision. Thus\, other topics covered in the training will address “informal” functions of supervision to include human relations concepts and skills; leadership and motivational principles; and supervisor/subordinate relationships. \n  \nWho Should Attend:\nCurrent leaders and those who want to prepare themselves for future leadership positions in a public safety agency. Those interested in personal and professional growth. This training qualifies for thirty-six (36) hours of POST Continuing Law Enforcement Education Credit through the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, a POST licensed continuing education provider. \n  \nDEADLINE: February 12\, 2025 \n  \nFor additional information contact: Jeanne Merritt\, Email\, 573-529-6900 \n  \n*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts. \n  \nDOWNLOAD PDF
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/basic-supervision-taney-county-2/
LOCATION:Taney County Sheriff’s Office\, 266 Main St.\, Forsyth\, 65653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T233000
DTSTAMP:20260509T092629
CREATED:20250110T144506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T191510Z
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SUMMARY:MSA Online Learning Management System - Individual Subscription
DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) is now offering an individual subscription service for our Online Learning Management System (LMS).  The MSA LMS Individual Subscription guarantees the subscriber the ability to complete all of their POST required annual CLEE training with the exception of the 2-hour Skill Development/Firearms training requirement.  There are currently over 100 courses available to choose from\, which would cost over $500 to pay for individually. \nAnnual Subscription\nJanuary 1\, 2025 to December 31\, 2025 \nSubscription Fee:\nCost: $75.00 for calendar year\nPayable to: Missouri Sheriffs’ Association \nPre-Requisites: \nIf you do not already have an MSA LMS online training account set up\, please go to https://lms.mosheriffs.com to register and set up an account. Make sure you use the same email address you used to set up your MSA LMS online training account when you sign up for an MSA LMS Individual Subscription.  Click HERE for step-by-step instructions on how to register for an MSA LMS account. \nUsers who are currently employed by a Law Enforcement Agency are encouraged to contact their agency to determine if the agency has already entered into a training contract with MSA. If your agency has a training contract with MSA\, DO NOT PURCHASE THE INDIVIDUAL SUBSCRIPTION\, please contact your MSA LMS Agency Administrator to add your MSA LMS online training account to the agency user list. \nMORE INFO\nSam Boyd @ 660-473-6013 or sam@mosheriffs.com \n*NEW LMS REGITRATION FORM BELOW*\nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE Your Individual Subscription:\nOr\nScan or Click this QR Code \n \nIt may take up to 48 hours\, excluding weekends and holidays\, to activate your subscription once your registration and payment are received.
URL:https://mosheriffs.com/event/msa-online-learning-management-system-individual-subscription/
LOCATION:Missouri Sheriffs’ Association\, 6605 Business 50 West\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Management,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Merritt":MAILTO:jeanne@mosheriffs.com
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