Course Offerings

This course is part 1 of a 2-part training which consists of an instructional portion covering the concept and processes for use of force decision-making and documentation (part 1) followed by practical skills exercises (part 2) .

Law Enforcement officers are given training in a variety of force skills and knowledge in order to deal with non-compliant subjects. Unfortunately, knowledge and skills alone are not enough to effectively and reasonably use force and manage the risks. In addition to reasonable knowledge and proficient skills, decision-making under threat and how officers document the incident are also critical. Training in use-of-force knowledge, skills, decision-making, and documentation need to occur on a regular basis for law enforcement officers to have realistic confidence in their ability to effectively identify, assess, and respond to force situations. Being able to effectively document their observations, thoughts, and actions are critical to overall force risk management.

Course Objectives

Be able to list and explain the Four Elements of Reasonable Force

Be able to list common use-of-force misconceptions and their risk management

Demonstrate understanding of how stress can affect decision-making

Be able to list five criteria that a reasonable force decision-making process should have

Be able to list and apply the key branches of the Branched Force Decision-Making Process

Be able to list the assessments that must be completed before attempting de-escalation skills

Be able to define and differentiate between compliant, passive resistance, active resistance and deadly suspects

Be able to list and apply the "5-step clarity/detail loop" method for use-of-force report writing

Outline of Instruction

Four elements of reasonable force

Use-of-force misconceptions

Effects of stress on decision-making

Criteria for the force decision-making process

Branched Force Decision-Making

Assessments that must be made before de-escalation

Differentiate between compliant, passively resisting, actively resisting and deadly suspects

The 5-step clarity/detail loop

Contact Hours

2

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

N/A

Learning Supplies Needed

Student lesson plan. Students will need access to the internet, media player, Adobe Reader and Microsoft Office.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

N/A

Requirements for Successful Completion

attendanceA minimum score of 70% on the final exam. All assignments and testing must be completed by the last day of the course.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is intended for sworn law enforcement officers

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Christopher Ridley
919-866-5835
[email protected]