Missouri Sheriffs' Association

MSA Online Learning Management System - Individual Subscription
2025-01-01 08:00 - 2025-12-31 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO, 65101, United States
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.
Annual Subscription
January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
Subscription Fee:
Cost: $75.00 for calendar year
Payable to: Missouri Sheriffs’ Association
Pre-Requisites:
If 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.
Users 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.
MORE INFO
Sam Boyd @ 660-473-6013 or sam@mosheriffs.com
*NEW LMS REGITRATION FORM BELOW*
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It may take up to 48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays, to activate your subscription once your registration and payment are received.

Instructor Development Course, Camden County
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00 | Camden COunty Public Safety Education Center, 12 VFW Road, Camdenton, 65020, United States
Post #26060
November 4, 5, 11, 12, 13 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This 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.
The 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.

Topics Include
• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development
• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research
• Proper Source Document Construction
• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives
• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans
• Constructing & Validating Test Questions
• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners

Due to the interactive nature of this program, class size is limited to 14 students.
This 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.
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.

Deadline: October 28th, 2025
DOWNLOAD PDF: Instructor Development Course – Camden

Instructor Development Course, Henry County
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00 | Henry County Sheriff’s Office, 200 N. Main St., Clinton, MO, 64735, United States
Post #26060
November 4, 5, 11, 12, 13 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This 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.
The 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.

Topics Include
• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development
• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research
• Proper Source Document Construction
• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives
• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans
• Constructing & Validating Test Questions
• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners

Due to the interactive nature of this program, class size is limited to 14 students.
This 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.
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.

Deadline: October 28th, 2025
DOWNLOAD: Instructor Development Course – Henry PDF

48-Hour Jail Officer Academy, Carter County
2025-11-10 08:00 - 2025-11-25 17:00 | Carter County Sheriff’s Office, 1122 Main Street, Van Buren, 63935, United States
POST# 24790
November 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This 48-hour course is designed to prepare the participant for working in a jail or detention center. It focuses on developing knowledge and skills to better equip an individual for maintaining the safety and security of a facility, as they ensure the incarcerated individuals’ needs are met in a humane and legal manner. It is a MUST for individuals just beginning a career working in a jail and a friendly refresher for those who have been working in a jail for some time.
TOPICS INCLUDE
• Working in Corrections
• Health & Safety Issues
• Legal Issues
• Intake, Booking & Release
• Daily Operations of a Jail Officer
• Controlling Resistive & Manipulative Behavior
• Use-of-Force in Jails
PREREQUISITES
Applicants must possess the following competencies:
• Adaptability
• Conscientiousness
• Judgment/ Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Learning-Memory-Recall
• Organization Skills
DRESS CODE & SUPPLIES
• Attendees are expected to dress in their agency uniform or in business casual attire.
• Attendees must bring a pen or pencil and notetaking material; and a laptop, tablet, or smart phone capable of accessing the
internet.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
A certificate of academy completion is awarded to all attendees who have a 100% attendance rating and pass a comprehensive electronic exam with a minimum score of 80% correct.
POST CLEE CREDITS: 46
• 5 Hours Interpersonal
• 1 Hour Implicit Bias
• 4 Hours De-Escalation
• 14 Hours Legal Studies
• 22 Hours Technical Studies
Note: Classes may be cancelled with less than 8 registrations.
Registration deadline: November 3rd, 2025
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: 48 Hour Jail Officer Academy – Carter
CLICK this link to Register: https://mosheriffs.jotform.com/253025145342851
or SCAN QR Code Below to Register:

Instructor Development Course, Johnson County
2025-12-10 08:00 - 2025-12-16 17:00 | Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, 110 West Main, Warrensburg, 64093, United States
Post #26060
December 10, 11, 12, 15, 16 2025
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This 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.
The 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.

Topics Include
• Concepts of Lesson Plan Development
• Conducting & Documenting Thorough Research
• Proper Source Document Construction
• Developing Relevant & Measurable Learning Objectives
• Writing Defensible Lesson Plans
• Constructing & Validating Test Questions
• Techniques for Engaging Various Types of Learners

Due to the interactive nature of this program, class size is limited to 14 students.
This 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.
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.

Deadline: December 3rd, 2025
CLICK Here to download flyer: MSA Instructor Development Johnson
Click or scan QR code to Register

MSA Online Learning Management System - Individual Subscription 2026
2026-01-01 08:00 - 2026-12-31 23:30 | Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO, 65101, United States

Field Training Officer, Henry County
2026-01-12 08:00 - 2026-01-15 17:00 | Henry County Sheriff’s Office, 200 N. Main St., Clinton, MO, 64735, United States
Post #25958
January 12-15, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: January 5th, 2026
Field Training Officers have significant additional responsibilities over and above their law enforcement duties. Not only are they responsible for the performance of general law enforcement duties, they are also responsible for guiding recruits through a comprehensive curriculum that requires the blending of knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the good judgment of when, where, and how to apply them.
This course provides the FTO with the essential tools to apply techniques of coaching and role modeling while giving encouragement and direction to the recruit. It is based on the highly regarded San Jose, California Police Department FTO model.
COURSE TOPICS
• History, Elements of the FTEP
• Principles of Learning
• Professional Ethics
• Situational Leadership
• The One-Minute Manager
• Counseling Troubled Employees
• Probationary Officer’s Checklist
• Supervision/Subordinate Relations
• Daily Observation Report and Standardized Evaluation Guidelines
• Training Liability
• Evaluation Scenarios (Video)
• Written Exam/Review/Critique

NOTE: Due to the interactive nature of this program, class size is limited to 25. This program may be canceled if registrations are not sufficient. Students are responsible for all lodging, meals, and transportation expenses.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT
Jeanne Merritt, jeanne@mosheriffs.com, 573-529-6900
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.
CLICK to Download: Field Training Officer Henry County Flyer
CLICK here or scan QR Code Below to Register for this Class.

Use-of-Force Decision Making, Pulaski County
2026-01-13 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, 403 School St., Waynesville, MO, 65583, United States
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
POST# 21621
Offering 2 Classes: (4 hours each)
January 13th, 2026 Morning 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/7/2026)
January 20th, 2026 Morniong 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Deadline to register 1/14/2026)
COURSE DISCRIPTION
This 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.
Who Should Attend
• Patrol Officers
• Corrections Staff
• Administrative Support Staff
• EMS Personnel & 1st Responders
Topics Covered
• Police Decision-Making
• Intuitive vs. Analytical Decision Making
• Decision Fatigue
• Discretionary vs. Non-Discretionary Time
• Conditions of De-escalation
• Legal Issues Surrounding the Use-of-Force
• Use-of-Force Continuums & Application of Force
POST CLEE CREDIT
2 Hours Legal Studies
*Includes De-escalation Credit
2 Hours Technical Studies
* Includes Implicit Bias Credit
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
CLICK HERE to download Use of Force Flyer

Fundamentals of Court Security, Morgan County
2026-01-22 08:00 - 2026-01-23 17:00 | Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, 211 E. Newton St., Versailles, MO, 65084, United States
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
POST #18951
“American courthouses come in a myriad of designs, from centuries-old stone fortresses to modern-day, multi-floor monolithic towers, from the one-room council chambers to the abstract designs of the creative architect. No matter what the shape, size, or condition, the courthouse serves only one purpose, the assurance that justice and the judicial process is preserved and protected.” – John E. Zaruba

This 16-hour course is designed to provide participants with a basic understanding of the fundamentals associated with providing a safe and secure environment for conducting court business, as well as seeing to the safety of all who pass through the courthouse doors. Whether you have been working the courthouse for years or have just been assigned to the position, this course has plenty to offer.

TOPICS INCLUDE

Legal Issues
Authority of the Court Bailiff/Marshal
Restricting Access to the Court Facilities
Searches of Person, Property and Vehicles
Critical Security Issues
Access to the Courthouse
Security Screening & Equipment
Prisoner Access & Control
Media Access & Control
High Risk/High Profile Trials
Non-Exhibit Weapons of Opportunity
Jury Procedures
Bomb Threat Management

Cost includes manual, study material and CLEE credit. Students are responsible for all lodging, meals, and transportation expenses.
COST:
CONTRACTED AGENCY: $230
NON-CONTRACTED AGENCY: S330
REFUND POLICY:
50% REFUND IF CANCELED WITHIN 48-HOURS BEFORE CLASS. ALL COST DUE IF NOT.
LOCATION:
MORGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE:
211 E. NEWTON, VERSAILLES, MO 65084
POST CLEE CREDIT
4 Hours Legal Studies
4 Hours Interpersonal Perspectives
8 Hours Technical Studies
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
CLICK HERE TO SEE FULL COURSE FLYER

*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.

Cultural Differences Chaplain Training Course
2026-01-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Greene County Sheriff’s Office, 5100 West Division St., Springfield, MO, 65802

Critical Decision-Makingfor Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections, Stoddard County
2026-01-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office, 207 S. Prairie, Bloomfield, MO, 63825, United States

Instructor Development Course, Sikeston
2026-02-17 08:00 - 2026-03-05 17:00 | Sikeston DPS, 201 S. Kingshighway, Sikeston, MO, 63801, United States

2026 Sheriffs' Spring Training Conference & EXPO
2026-03-11 09:00 - 2026-03-12 12:00 | Margaritaville Lake Resort – Lake of the Ozarks, MO, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
Dear Attendee,
We are excited to invite you to the 2026 Spring Conference & Expo, happening March 11-13 at the Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, Missouri. This year’s event will feature engaging discussions on key law enforcement topics, networking opportunities, and the latest in programs and training.
Join us for Exhibitor Day on Wednesday, March 11, from 1-5 p.m., with a special Exhibitor Appreciation Lunch in the hall from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Don’t miss the exhibitor door prizes and drawings from 4-5 p.m. We’re excited to partner with exhibitors offering products and services that support law enforcement.
Hotel information for the Margaritaville Lake Resort is also included, and we encourage you to make your reservation by February 10, 2025 using the code SHRF.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jeanne Merritt at 573-529-6900 or by email.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best regards,
Jeanne Merritt, Marketing Director
Click here to register.
Conference & Expo Flyer
Conference Speakers

Field Training Officer, Crawford County
2026-04-08 08:00 - 2026-04-16 17:00 | Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, 212 S. Third St., Steelville, MO, 65565, United States

Field Training Officer, Adair County
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00 | Adair County Sheriff’s Office, 1001 Jamison St., Kirksville, MO, 63501, United States
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Leadership and Supervision in Todays World, Phelps County
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Phelps County Sheriff’s Office, 500 W. Second St., Rolla, 65401

Less-Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor Course
2026-05-05 08:00 - 2026-05-06 17:00 | Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO, 65101, United States
This class is full. We are now taking registrations for our September 16th class.

Use of Force Decision-Making & Report Writing for Criminal Justice Professionals
2026-05-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Webster County Sheriff’s Office, 203 E. Jefferson, Marshfield, MO, 65706, United States
This class is full. We are no longer taking registrations.
Watch for other scheduled locations for this training or email kevin@mosheriffs.com to request this training in your area.
This training is funded by the Missouri Department of Public Safety through the SFY 2024 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Use of Force Training Grant (UOFTG).

OC Pepper Spray Instructor & Instructor Re-Certification Registration
2026-05-07 | Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO, 65101, United States

2026 Jail Administrators’ Conference Attendee Registration
2026-05-11 08:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | Margaritaville Lake Resort – Lake of the Ozarks, MO, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States

Critical Decision-Making for Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections
2026-05-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, 403 School St., Waynesville, MO, 65583, United States

Critical Decision-Making for Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections
2026-06-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Dunklin County, 167 Mitchell Dr., Malden, MO, 63863

Critical Decision-Making for Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections
2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Pineville Community Center, 602 Jesse James Rd, Pineville, MO, 64856, United States

40 Hour Pistol, Shotgun & Red Dot Instructor Course
2026-06-08 08:00 - 2026-06-12 17:00 | Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO, 65101, United States

Critical Decision-Making for Modern Law Enforcement & Corrections
2026-06-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Lee’s Summit Police Department, Lee's Summit Police Department, 10 NE Tudor Road,, Lee's Summit, MO, 64086, United States

Field Training Officer, Johnson County
2026-06-22 08:00 - 2026-06-25 17:00 | Warrensburg Justice Center, 101 W. Market (side door basement), Warrensburg, MO, 64093

48-Hour Jail Officer Academy, Cape Girardeau County
2026-06-22 08:00 - 2026-07-01 17:00 | Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office, 216 North Missouri St., Jackson, 63755, United States

Cross Examination and Courtroom Preparation for Law Enforcement - Webinar
2026-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
This FREE presentation prepares law enforcement officers and detention personnel to testify effectively during cross-examination by understanding how attorneys identify vulnerabilities, how impeachment works, how reports are compared against recordings and prior statements, and how officer demeanor affects credibility. It gives officers practical courtroom habits that support truthful testimony and accurate recordkeeping.
Topics Include:

Why cross-examination is designed to test credibility, accuracy, memory, bias, & report completeness.
Distinguishing between personal observation, inference, later-acquired knowledge, hearsay, & refreshed recollection.
Identifying common defense tactics such as yes/no compression, repetition, document ambush, tunnel-vision attacks, and impeachment by omission.
Writing reports that accurately document legally significant facts without overstating certainty or hiding uncertainty.
Answering difficult questions directly while refusing to adopt misleading premises.
Correcting errors candidly and explaining omissions without becoming argumentative.
Maintaining a professional demeanor before, during, and after testimony.

About the Presenter:
April Wood has practiced law for more than 21 years. She began her career as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in a large jurisdiction that allowed her to work with victims affected by violent crime. April’s experience includes serving as an elected Prosecuting Attorney in Scotland County & appointed to serve as Prosecuting Attorney in Clark County, Missouri. April graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Communication from William Jewell College and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Missouri – Columbia, School of Law.
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2026 Sheriffs’ Summer Golf Tournament
2026-08-09 07:00 - 17:00 | The Oaks Golf Course @ Margaritaville, 1524 State Hwy KK, Osage Beach, MO, 65065
Click the link below, fillout, and return to gina@mosheriffs.com
MSA Summer Conference Golf Tournament Attendee Registration
