Division of Criminal Justice Services

Police and Peace Officer Training

Introduction

In addition to providing administrative oversight for mandated police officer, peace officer and security guard training, the Office of Public Safety (OPS) also provides direct training to sworn law enforcement officers; develops new training courses and maintains existing courses; and develops nontraditional methods of instruction including teleconferences, "smart classrooms" with two way audiovisual communications, and web-based courses.

DCJS Training Calendar - Listing of available trainings.

Training – Additional Information

Training Notifications and Information Bulletins

The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services is offering a statewide email directory known as Granicus.gov Delivery Communications to members of the criminal justice community of New York State. This email directory is used to alert the law enforcement community to the availability of free law enforcement training courses and materials, legal updates, and officer safety bulletins, among others.


Granicus.gov has features that promote a user friendly atmosphere. Such features are increased compatibility with newer operating systems, a cleaner and consistent manner in which the email is presented to the recipient and customization of delivery.

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Police and Peace Officer Instructors

All instructors in Municipal Police Training Council (MPTC) courses must be approved by the Office of Public Safety before they may conduct any MPTC approved training courses. Certain subject areas such as firearms and mental health require advanced instructor training and/or credentials. For a list of topic areas requiring advanced instructor certification, please contact the Office of Public Safety at OPS.CourseApproval@dcjs.ny.gov or by telephone at (518) 457-2667.

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