**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

KSP Sworn Only.

Note to Registrants:  This is a combined course.  Sept. 21-22 will be KY Emergency Managements "Lost Person Behavior" course (16 KLEC Hours); Sept. 23-25 will be KSPs "Incident Response with UAS Integration" (24 KLEC Hours).  Upon Registering, students will be required to attend both courses (40 KLEC Hours).  Students cannot claim KLEC credit if they have already taken the same course within a 3-year period.

This 40 hour course will teach students the topics of Lost Person Behavior and the integration of drone technology with law enforcement incidents.

Each student will receive training in UAS operations.  Students will be given a mulitiple-choice exam and be required to pass a practical evaluation.  Upon successful completion of the exam and practical evaluation, students will be certified to operation drones for KSP incidents.

Required Equipment:

• Each student should coordinate with their respective Posts to bring their agency drone for the certification day (no personal drones).
• Appropriate attire for outdoor activities (hiking shoes, rain jacket, etc.).
• Portable radio w/ lapel mic.
• MDT with charger.

Primary Instructor:  Sgt. Jack Hedges

Assistant Instructor:  Ofc. Anthony Blakemore

KLEC #: 2770-25K (Incident Response with UAS Integration)