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Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy

Register Now for March ‘Hostage Negotiations - Basic’ Training

This course provides students with basic skills to manage all facets of crisis, hostage and barricade situations.

2/1/2020

New ‘Data Driven Pistol’ Course Aims to Boost Shooting Speed

This four-hour course uses small class sizes and detailed feedback to improve shooting speed while maintaining acceptable accuracy.

2/1/2020

Gracie University to Hold Instructor Certification Course at OPOTA

OPOTA is scheduled to host Gracie University from March 9-13 in London for a Gracie Survival Tactics Level 2 Instructor Certification Course.

2/1/2020

Overcome Language Barriers with ‘Survival Spanish’ Course

Learn basic terminology to give commands, obtain general information and respond to immediate emergency situations while waiting for an interpreter to arrive on scene. 

2/1/2020

OPOTA Invites Public Comment During Accreditation Assessment

OPOTA will undergo a three-day, on-site evaluation beginning on Feb. 17 to ensure compliance with the Public Safety Training Academy Accreditation Program.

2/1/2020

Now Accepting Workshop Proposals for AG’s Law Enforcement Conference

Find out how to submit a workshop proposal for the 2020 Law Enforcement Conference, set for Sept. 14-15 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

2/1/2020