Attention Law Enforcement Leaders, Training Coordinators, and Command Staff: Want an FTO class in your neck of the woods? The best way to get one is to host it! You’ve probably seen that we do classes throughout the year in various states and regions, such as Washington, Idaho, Louisiana, and Arizona—including cities like Bellingham, Everett, Yakima, Ruston, West Monroe,…
We just wanted to send out a reminder of our 2026 training calendar. Not surprisingly, the classes we have on our calendar so far are already beginning to fill—grab your spot while you can! We especially encourage you to secure a seat early if your agency is looking to add some training officers to your staff in 2026. We…
Basic FTO Academy is probably one of our most popular classes that we offer. Spots fill up fast! If you are in the Everett, Washington area, get your spot now for either the April 2026 or September 2026 Basic FTO class. These now open classes are the first scheduled for the new year. Each class is 40 hours (April…
Retired Chief of Police Bill Cooper has graciously consented to join David J. Harris and Associates. Chief Cooper brings senior management experience from the private sector, as well as 30 years of police experience. Chief Cooper worked in patrol, traffic, detectives, K-9, SWAT and, yes, served as an FTO. Chief Cooper is a management expert who has consulted with…
Which class is best for your officers right now? Read a description of a… Basic Field Training Officer Class Refresher FTO Class Field Training Officer Management Class As of now: Our next Basic FTO course is on June 9-13 in Kennewick, WA. We have our next Refresher FTO class happening June 16-17 in West Richland, Washington. Then…
Are you located in or near Lynnwood, WA or West Richland, Washington? We have two FTO refresher classes scheduled as of now–one next month on June 16-17, and another on September 22-23, 2025. Click the posters below (or here) to view the classes and claim your spot! Interested in other field training officer courses like Basic FTO Academy…
