Course Details

This foundational course prepares public safety professionals for the critical transition from frontline operator to first-line supervisor. Through dynamic group projects and open discussions, students will master the technical command and interpersonal skills modern leaders need. The curriculum provides applied techniques for managing team performance, resolving workplace conflict, and mitigating civil liability. Graduates will leave with a practical playbook for tactical leadership, stress management, and overall shift wellness.

The Leadership in Public Safety course utilizes a blended instructional approach. Accepted students are notified 30 days before the start date and will receive a detailed Welcome Letter outlining the program. Three weeks prior to the on-campus workshop, participants gain access to the GPSTC Online Classroom. Students have 21 calendar days to complete the 32-hour online curriculum, which requires meeting scheduled weekly deadlines for course exercises. The online component combines group and self-paced interactive modules and covers core topics such as self-assessment, leadership theory, supervisor liability, policy design, and after-action report evaluation.

During the 44-hour on-campus workshop, students will move from theory to practice. This intensive in-person phase relies heavily on open forum discussions, dynamic group projects, and scenario-based exercises. Working collaboratively with their peers, participants will actively practice the interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and tactical leadership skills introduced in the online modules. This face-to-face environment allows instructors to provide immediate feedback, ensuring students leave fully prepared to execute their new supervisory playbook.

(Note: During the on-campus workshop, students are required to spend approximately 5 hours of training outside of the classroom during the evenings to complete work assignments).

Training officers: please ensure all registered students verify the email addresses in their GPSTC Student Account. This class requires pre-coursework. Students will receive an email at least one month before the class starts with instructions. Seats are limited, and walk-ins are not permitted. 

Each course offering includes a three-week period of online classroom activity before the on-site classroom workshop. Students must complete all online classroom activities to advance to the on-site classroom workshop. The program meets the training criteria established by the Georgia POST Council for the Supervisory certification.

Students must bring a laptop with Microsoft Office 2016 or newer. Students must also bring their completed Supervisor Handbook, Policy Capstone, and the AAR Autopsy Projects from the online classroom. Dress code is business attire or a department-issued uniform. Shorts, jeans, and T-shirts are prohibited.

Students are expected to participate in all classroom activities and discussions. Failure to do so may result in a failing grade. Students are required to spend approximately 5 hours of training outside of the classroom to complete work assignments. 

This course will utilize the GPSTC online learning platform for assignments and homework. 

To access your online learning resources:

-- URL: https://onlinelearning.gpstc.org 

-- Username: Student ID #

-- Password: GPSTC Student Account Password