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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\nSeptember 1 @ 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-9-1-26/
LOCATION:York Police Department\, 9 Hannaford Drive\, York\, 03909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T160000
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CREATED:20260408T172421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T172712Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness & Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nDan Hanson \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Wellness & Resilience\nSeptember 8 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed for all first responders and focuses on the significant behavioral and emotional changes that often accompany a career in public safety. Whether new to public safety or a seasoned veteran this course has benefit to all. Through interactive discussions\, attendees will examine the unique cultural mindset of the profession and explore how it can impact personal and professional well-being. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to maintain long-term physical and mental wellness in a high-stress field. Emphasis will be placed on fostering resilience\, sustaining supportive relationships\, and preparing for a healthy retirement. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nRecognize behavioral changes that occur during a public safety career and their impact on personal life.\nUnderstand how trauma and long-term stress affect physical and mental health.\nExplore strategies for building resilience and processing on-the-job experiences.\nIdentify both workplace and off-duty risks that can lead to burnout or reduced life expectancy.\nAccess and utilize wellness resources to support long-term health and a successful retirement.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/wellness-resilience-9-8-26/
LOCATION:Hartford\, VT Police Department\, 812 VA Cutoff Road\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T160000
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CREATED:20260123T163830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T132010Z
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SUMMARY:Public Safety Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nAdam Gormely \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Public Safety Performance Management\nSeptember 9 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nUnlock your leadership potential in this dynamic course tailored for law enforcement professionals striving to enhance team performance and drive results. Learn how to lead with clarity\, strategy\, and insight in a high-stakes environment. This training emphasizes actionable leadership tools\, self-awareness\, and structured performance evaluation techniques. Prepare to inspire excellence\, manage challenges effectively\, and foster a culture of accountability and growth. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDefine and apply key concepts of performance management beyond administrative processes.\nDevelop self-awareness and self-management skills essential for effective leadership.\nEstablish clear\, measurable performance standards and evaluate outcomes against time-bound goals.\nConstruct and implement effective Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to guide development.\nConduct performance reviews and disciplinary actions with confidence\, clarity\, and fairness.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 4.09 – Performance Evaluation Training\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/public-safety-performance-management-9-9-26/
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:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T160000
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CREATED:20260408T140833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T142519Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Search Warrants
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maine Search Warrants\nSeptember 14 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed to help officers understand and effectively draft search warrants\, with a focus on those new to the process or seeking a refresher. Through clear\, straightforward instruction and in class writing exercises\, participants will learn how to build solid affidavits\, articulate probable cause\, and meet constitutional and statutory requirements. The course emphasizes critical thinking over template use\, encouraging officers to craft legally sound documents tailored to specific investigative situations. Practical group exercises allow attendees to apply their knowledge\, receive feedback\, and refine their skills in real-world scenarios. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the structure and constitutional requirements of search warrant documents and affidavits.\nDevelop and articulate probable cause\, including relevant personal background to support it.\nDraft search warrants for dwellings\, vehicles\, and persons using legally sound methods.\nLearn how and when to amend warrants\, seal affidavits\, and handle informant confidentiality.\nNavigate the review\, approval\, and execution process of search warrants with confidence.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop and/or writing materials\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 7.08 – Search and Seizure Warrants\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maine-search-warrants-9-14-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T160000
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SUMMARY:Basic Death and Homicide Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nMichael Chavez \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Basic Death and Homicide Investigations\nSeptember 14 @ 8:00 am – September 16 @ 4:00 pm\nThis comprehensive course provides step-by-step instruction on the proper initial response to major crimes or death scenes\, with an emphasis on preserving the scene and thorough documentation. Students will develop the foundational skills necessary to conduct a complete and legally sound investigation\, regardless of whether a crime has occurred. Through a detailed exploration of death types\, investigative indicators\, and local protocols\, participants will be better prepared to handle complex cases. The course also covers evidence handling\, witness interaction\, and collaboration during the autopsy process. \nThis course is designed specifically for the front line first-responder to potentially suspicious death investigations and new detectives that seek to gain additional insight into complicated death scenes. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the death process and differentiate between various types of deaths.\nRecognize investigative indicators and apply local protocols in death investigations.\nProperly identify\, preserve\, and collect physical evidence at a scene.\nLocate and interview witnesses effectively to gather critical information.\nComprehend the autopsy process and its role in determining cause and manner of death.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/basic-death-and-homicide-investigations-9-14-26/
LOCATION:Lebanon\, NH Police Department\, 36 Poverty Lane\, Lebanon\, NH\, 03766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T200553
CREATED:20251223T131124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T132249Z
UID:41302-1789977600-1790006400@dirigosafety.com
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Background Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nTim Jones \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Comprehensive Background Investigations\nSeptember 21 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis comprehensive course equips law enforcement professionals and hiring personnel with the essential knowledge and skills to conduct thorough\, legally sound background investigations for police candidates. Participants will explore the purpose and legal framework governing background checks\, and learn to navigate standard procedures\, documentation\, and investigative techniques. The course emphasizes identifying red flags and disqualifying factors\, with a special focus on analyzing social media content and recognizing problematic online behavior. Learners will gain practical experience in compiling background findings into professional\, ethical\, and legally defensible reports. By the end of the course\, participants will be prepared to conduct high-quality investigations that uphold the integrity of the hiring process and public trust. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and legal framework.\nOutline standard procedures\, documents & techniques.\nIdentify red flags and disqualifying factors.\nCompare & contrast the intricacies of investigating social media content.\nIdentify problematic online behavior.\nUnderstand additional intricacies of investigating certified officers.\nCompile background findings into a legal and ethical document.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/comprehensive-background-investigations-9-21-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T163000
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CREATED:20260318T124757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T124854Z
UID:43560-1790065800-1790094600@dirigosafety.com
SUMMARY:Crypto Investigation Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nAleksandra Ring \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Crypto Investigation Essentials\nSeptember 22 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm\nFrom romance scams and phishing attacks to large-scale pig butchering fraud and crypto-based money laundering\, digital currency is now a central tool for criminal enterprises. This training is designed to equip law enforcement and prosecutors with the knowledge\, tools\, and strategies to investigate and respond to crypto-related crimes. You’ll learn how blockchain works\, why crypto appeals to fraudsters\, and how to trace transactions using blockchain analytics tools. \nThrough real-life case studies\, hands-on demos\, and group activities\, you’ll learn how to spot red flags\, follow digital money trails\, and build investigative plans that hold up in court. Topics include key terminology\, stablecoins\, wallet tracing\, subpoena best practices\, forensic tools\, and prevention tactics for community outreach. Sharpen your investigative edge – without the tech jargon! \nNo prior crypto experience required. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nExplain how cryptocurrency and blockchain technology function\, including key terminology such as wallets\, hashes\, and public/private keys.\nIdentify the most common types of crypto-related scams – including pig butchering\, phishing\, romance\, and employment scams—and recognize the red flags associated with each.\nAnalyze public blockchain transactions using tools to trace the movement of funds across wallets.\nDifferentiate between major cryptocurrencies (e.g.\, Bitcoin\, Ethereum\, stablecoins) and explain their roles in illicit finance.\nApply investigative techniques to follow digital money trails from victim to suspect\, using real-world examples and case studies.\nDevelop a response plan for scam victims\, including proper documentation\, evidence collection\, and coordination with crypto exchanges.\nUtilize blockchain forensic tools and legal tools (e.g.\, subpoenas) to support crypto investigations and potential prosecutions.\n \n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop\nNotebook
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/crypto-investigation-essentials-9-22-26/
LOCATION:Hartford\, VT Police Department\, 812 VA Cutoff Road\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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