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SUMMARY:FTO School for Rural Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nKyle Tilsley \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FTO School for Rural Agencies\nMay 11 @ 8:00 am – May 13 @ 4:00 pm\n*Note: Day 3 (May 13) of class will run from 8:00-12:00pm! \nStep into the pivotal role of shaping the next generation of law enforcement professionals. The Field Training Officer (FTO) Course is designed for experienced officers ready to lead\, mentor\, and mold recruits into confident\, competent public servants. This immersive training goes beyond basic instruction—it’s about cultivating leadership\, accountability\, and real-world decision-making. \nThrough dynamic classroom instruction\, participants will master proven FTO models\, learn how to deliver effective feedback\, document trainee performance\, and navigate the challenges of adult learning styles. Whether you’re preparing to take on your first trainee or refining your mentoring approach\, this course equips you with the tools to succeed. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of a Field Training program framework and structure.\nLearn how to develop effective coaching and mentoring skills.\nLearn the importance of trainee performance evaluation and documentation.\nExplore legal responsibilities and ethical standards required of the Field Training Officer.\nRefine and enhance communication skills and leadership abilities.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 3.12 – Field Training Officer Training\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/fto-school-for-rural-agencies-5-11-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T130145Z
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SUMMARY:Grant Research & Writing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nFrank Jones BA\, MA \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Grant Research & Writing Basics\nMay 13 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nAs we face continuing inflation and economic concerns throughout the nation\, public safety departments may be facing shrinking budgets. It is imperative to seek alternative funding measures\, such as grants from the public and private sectors. We all know that some grants\, and the relative funding opportunities\, have been eliminated and/or cut back\, but our course instructor is confident that this is temporary and the “funds will flow” again. It’s important for you and your department to have an edge on how to access and apply for those funds when that happens. This course will teach the basics of getting started in the grant research\, writing\, and acceptance process.  \nCourse Objectives: \n\nResearch for a wide array of grant opportunities (public and private).\nEstablish an account with the Federal agencies that govern grant funding.\nProperly write various types of grants.\nWhat to expect post grant acceptance/award.\nWhat to “watch and monitor” for public and private funding opportunities.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNotetaking materials\nLaptop or device that can access the Internet
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/grant-research-writing-basics-5-13-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T080000
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CREATED:20251222T180924Z
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SUMMARY:First-Line Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nAdam Gormely \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				First-Line Supervisors\nMay 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis progressive course explores the core principles of responsible supervision\, emphasizing accountability over authority in decision-making. Designed for current and aspiring frontline leaders—including sergeants\, corporals\, shift leaders\, and crew leaders—this class provides practical insights for those seeking to lead with integrity and long-term impact. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of how poor supervisory practices can compromise a department’s mission and create long-lasting inefficiencies. Through real-world examples and interactive instruction\, students will leave better equipped to lead their teams effectively and ethically. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the value and influence of empathy in leadership.\nDevelop the ability to effectively manage oneself before managing others.\nIdentify and apply practical\, uncommon-sense leadership tools.\nDistinguish the characteristics of effective versus ineffective supervisors.\nInterpret organizational cues (“what the system is telling you”) and leverage them in decision-making.\nDefine appropriate use of discipline—when\, why\, and how to apply it.\nRecognize the supervisor’s critical role in shaping team morale.\nUnderstand vicarious liability and the risks of failing to supervise properly.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 3.08 – Supervisor Training\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/first-line-supervisors-5-19-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T080000
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CREATED:20260202T181330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T203856Z
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SUMMARY:De-Escalation in Public Safety
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:\nAdam Gormely \nDrew Goodridge \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				De-Escalation in Public Safety\n\nAM SESSION: May 21 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nPM SESSION: May 21 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nLearn how to handle aggressive behavior\, negative attitudes\, excessive sarcasm\, hidden agendas\, and other sources of conflict safely and productively. Discover techniques to defuse “hot button” situations\, calm explosive personalities\, and exercise damage control without losing confidence and composure. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify physiological changes that occur when individuals become hostile or angry.\nLearn communication skills to de-escalate and defuse hostile encounters.\nLearn methods to re-direct the thought process for de-escalation.\nLearn the cognitive limitations when people become hostile or angry and how to address it.\nAlleviate volatile situations before they escalate into full-scale confrontations.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/de-escalation-in-public-safety-5-21-26/
LOCATION:Waterville Fire Department\, 7 College Avenue\, Waterville\, 04901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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