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New Trooper In-Service

Free

with Jamie Smith

Calendar Mar 11, 2026 at 8 am

This In-service is a 3-day 24-hour course that will be primarily for Troopers from Cadet Class 103-106. The three days of the course will be a refresher of STOPS training and Counter Ambush.  For the last three remaining days, we will focus on tactics when approaching stopped vehicles as well as how to react when engaged in an ambush-type scenario. This course will allow Troopers to touch up and learn new skills that are crucial while working the road.

KLEC #2503-23K Approved for 24 hours

You have to register for an ARIDE class if you are planning to attend the full week of training.

 

2026 Collision Reconstruction In-Service - Mandatory

Free

with Zachary Alsip

Calendar Mar 16, 2026 at 8 am

The 2026 Mandatory Collision Reconstruction In-Service is required for all Collision Reconstruction personnel. All personnel are required to bring the following items to class on Monday.

Casio FX-300 series calculators

Note Taken Material

Trimble S5 Robotic Total Station and all accessories (fully charged before class)

Trimble X-Series Scanner with all accessories. (fully charged before class)

MDT or Post Level Collision Reconstruction Computer with Trimble Reveal installed.

Issued Z50 Digital Camera, Flash and Tripod.

New Detective Academy
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New Detective Academy

Free

with Ron Gilbert

Calendar Mar 16, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 2 weeks

This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of key components of criminal investigation, designed specifically for new established general detective units or units preparing to transition into general investigative roles. Topics include crime scene photography, legal updates, cold case investigations, interviewing techniques, and additional foundational subjects in investigative and forensic practices.

 

This class is pending KLEC Credit for 63 hours. 

Cognitive Interview

Free

with Jonathan Vaughn

Calendar Mar 30, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 1 week

This course will provide the learner with the skills and steps to conduct the Cognitive Interview Technique developed by Dr. Edward Gesielman, PhD and Dr. Ronald P. Fischer, Ph.D. This method has been proven to elicit more information and more accurate information from witnesses and victims of crimes. This translates into stronger cases when presented in a court of law. Information will be presented in a building block format, allowing the learner to receive the information from the lecture and immediately put it to use in practice sessions.

 

THIS CLASS IS KLEC APPROVED for 40 hours Course # 2561-23K

Financial Wellness

Free

with Ron Gilbert

Calendar Apr 13, 2026 at 8 am

**16 KLEC Credit Hours (4/13-4/14) + two days of non-KLEC one-on-one retirement consultations**

This program is a component of the organization's comprehensive initiative to promote the well-being of its officers. It aims to provide students with insights into various facets of financial wellness during and after retirement. Geared towards troopers and officers who are planning to retire within the next 3-5 years, this course serves as an introductory guide to assist individuals in assessing their choices and preparing for the future. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics related to officer wellness, with a particular focus on the Kentucky Retirement System, retirement benefits, and the potential effects of social security, taxes, and other factors on career-related choices.

 

KLEC Approved Course #2651-24K

Will run

Communications Training Officer (CTO) Program

Free

with Laramie Scott

Calendar Apr 14, 2026 at 8 am

The KSP Communications Training Officer (CTO) Course provides newly selected KSP CTO personnel with methods and principles of effective training at the local Post level.  A strong emphasis will be placed on the training environment, the need for thorough and consistent post level telecommunications training and will explain the use of evaluation forms and additional documentation required in the Standardized Telecommunications Training Program. Students will learn about Federal laws, vicarious liability, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), stress and the CTO, interpersonal communications, verbal judo, customer service, qualifications of an effective CTO, training a multigenerational workforce, Communications Training Officer Program, standardized training, and the applicable forms.     

** This class is pending KLEC CREDIT for 16 Hours

2026 Collision Reconstruction In-Service - Mandatory

Free

with Zachary Alsip

Calendar Apr 20, 2026 at 8 am

The 2026 Mandatory Collision Reconstruction In-Service is required for all Collision Reconstruction personnel. All personnel are required to bring the following items to class on Monday.

Casio FX-300 series calculators

Note Taken Material

Trimble S5 Robotic Total Station and all accessories (fully charged before class)

Trimble X-Series Scanner with all accessories. (fully charged before class)

MDT or Post Level Collision Reconstruction Computer with Trimble Reveal installed.

Issued Z50 Digital Camera, Flash and Tripod.

Patrol Combative Tactics

Free

with Robert Hartley

Calendar Apr 20, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 1 week

This course is designed to provide instruction to Troopers and Officers in Combatives and Tactics.  Students will learn different levels of force and options while dealing with resisting or combative persons. Students will be taught how to perform proper techniques in the following areas: applying handcuffs from standing or prone positions, upper and lower body strikes/combinations; defensive blocking with angles/movement, defense against chokes and grabs; takedown options, takedown defense, weapon retention, firearm takeaways, and ground defense.

 

Troopers and Officers will understand they are not restricted to only the techniques in this curriculum; however, they will understand the force used must be justified and necessary and fall within the grounds of the principles taught during training, follow Kentucky State Police policy, KRS, and adhere to Constitutional Laws such as Graham v. Connor.

 

This Class is KLEC Approved for 40 hours KLEC #2134-25K





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