The DCJS Virginia Center for School and Campus Safety is pleased to announce a one-day training session on Police and Minority Relations.
This course will help law enforcement officers identify and understand the concerns, communicate more effectively with citizens, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, prepare for critical incidents, and continue to engage in proactive policing without jeopardizing safety. One of the primary focuses of this training is bridging the gap between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Additionally, the course will discuss strategies from across country that have been successful in improving police and community relations.
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This training is intended for sworn law enforcement officers.
Partial In-service Credit (PIC) for Virginia law enforcement officers will be available.
Transportation, lodging and meals are the responsibility of the participant.
Sign in begins at 7:45 am.
Training begins at 8:00 am and concludes at 5:00 pm.
There is no cost to attend this training. Pre-registration is required.
Please note that the DCJS registration system does not have the capacity to sort eligible from ineligible registrants. Therefore, anyone who registers will receive a confirmation. It is the responsibility of the DCJS assigned course director to review the roster and make a final determination on acceptance into the course. Registrants not accepted will be notified via the email address provided during registration.
Participants will be required to complete a Participant Screening and Waiver prior to attending the training. This will be emailed to registrants before the training and will also be available to complete at check-in on the day of the training.
PLEASE NOTE: DCJS is preparing and planning to continue holding training sessions and conferences after a resumption of normal activities. Every effort will be made to hold this scheduled training, however, due to the uncertainty of the progression of the COVID-19, this training may require rescheduling. You will be notified by email if this training is rescheduled. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding.