Law Enforcement Integrity and Accountability

Course Description: In this comprehensive 8-hour training, law enforcement professionals will delve into the core tenets of their profession, reinforcing foundational knowledge and fostering a commitment to excellence. Our focus? To equip officers with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of law enforcement culture. Here’s what the course covers:

1. The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics:
   • Explore the principles that guide officers’ conduct, emphasizing integrity, honesty, and accountability.
   • Discuss real-world scenarios where ethical decision-making is paramount.
2. Characteristics of an Outstanding Officer:
   • Identify the qualities departments should seek when recruiting and evaluating officers.
   • Understand the role of empathy, adaptability, and resilience in effective policing.
3. Navigating Biases and Background Investigations:
   • Address implicit biases and their impact on interactions with diverse communities.
   • Learn about thorough background checks for new recruits to ensure suitability.
4. Role Models and Field Training:
   • Discuss the importance of positive role models in shaping an officer’s career.
   • Explore effective field training methods for skill development and situational awareness.
5. Integrity and Professionalism:
   • Delve into the meaning of integrity within law enforcement.
   • Understand how professionalism contributes to public trust and officer well-being.
6. Learning from Law Enforcement Culture:
   • Analyze the organizational culture and its influence on behavior and decision-making.
   • Consider strategies for continuous learning and growth.
7. Addressing Corruption:
   • Acknowledge the existence of corruption and explore preventive measures.
   • Foster a commitment to ethical conduct as a safeguard against corruption.

By the course’s conclusion, officers will be better equipped to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in their vital roles.

Cancellation Policy

At BSTS LLC, we understand that sometimes plans change. Our course cancellation policy is designed to ensure fairness and maximize training opportunities for all participants. Please take note of the following key points:

1. Notice Period:
   • To cancel your attendance in a course, we require a minimum of 15 days’ notice before the course start date.
   • Notify us via email through our website.
2. Consequences of Late Cancellation:
   • If you cancel with less than 15 days’ notice, a department credit will be issued. This credit can be used toward another future training event within one year from the original course date.
   • No-shows without prior email notification will be charged the full course fee, even if payment hasn’t been made yet.
3. Future Course Credit:
   • For any no-shows who are charged the full course fee, we offer a one-year future course credit.
   • This credit allows you to attend a different training event within the next year.
4. Why We Have This Policy:
   • Our goal is to provide quality training to as many officers as possible.
   • Some students register for courses but don’t attend, which prevents others from taking those slots.
   • We compensate our instructors based on the number of officers scheduled to attend, and our travel costs are tied to registration fees.
5. Your Agreement:
   • By registering for any course, you agree to abide by this cancellation policy.
   • If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us via email or phone.

Remember, this policy serves as a binding contract between BSTS LLC and you (whether you’re an individual student or part of an agency or company). We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain an efficient and effective training environment.