To register, fill out the form. Through funding provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), there is no cost to attend this training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend?

No. This training is funded by BJA and is free to all sworn officers employed by state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. In addition, if space allows, nonsworn agency support staff, such as dispatchers/telecommunicators, chaplains, and peer support team members; corrections professionals; and federal law enforcement are welcome to attend SAFLEO training.

Are travel and lodging costs covered?

No. Participants are responsible for associated travel and lodging expenses.

Is in-service training credit available?

Many SAFLEO trainings are certified through the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST) National Certification Program™. Trainings that do not offer credit through IADLEST still offer a certificate of attendance, which may be submitted to your state law enforcement authority for credit.

What is the dress code for this training?

This training is strictly classroom-based. Appropriate dress is business casual or uniform, if required by your agency.

Are federal law enforcement officers allowed to attend?

While this training is primarily for state, local, and tribal officers, federal law enforcement officers may attend on a space-available basis.

Additional Questions?

For questions regarding training registration and course content, please contact the class coordinators, 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. ET.

Overview:

Did you know that law enforcement officers are at greater risk for suicide than the general population because of the unique stressors of their jobs? During this training, law enforcement officers will:

·       Develop innovative strategies that promote health and wellness.

·       Discover ways to interrupt unhealthy behaviors and overcome the stigma of help-seeking.

·       Discuss how they can provide support to fellow officers.

·       Develop a personal action plan that includes resources that they can access to continue their health and wellness journey.

This continuing education activity is approved by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST) and deemed valid for the purpose of in-service training credits with all participating states within the United States.

Training will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 1-hour break for lunch (on your own).

Certificate of completion for 8 hours available