Training for Trainers
2025-01-21 - 2025-01-24 | LIS Group Mesa Training Center (MTC), 48 N. 57thStreet, Mesa, AZ, 85205
Many agencies lack the resources to provide comprehensive training on a consistent basis and often view training as something that must be provided by an outside entity. This basic instructor course is designed to produce quality trainers, with the knowledge and skill to systematically identify, design, implement, and deliver cost-effective training programs for new and existing personnel. This four-day course will address the key methods of curriculum development, conducting and facilitating training, with the illustrative components designed to increase training value/effectiveness.
Topics:
• Classroom preparation/logistics,
• Writing performance objectives,
• Lesson plan development,
• Training aid tools/design,
• Application of adult learning theory,
• Measuring the success of training.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Trainers who have not completed an advanced or basic instructor development course.
Course Instructor:
Dr. Eddie C. Levins is a career public administrator with over 20-years of experience in jail/prison management, law enforcement administration, facilities management, security and investigations, policy development and strategic planning, within both the public and private sectors. He has served as a training/technical consultant for the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections, American Jail Association, and auditor for the American Correctional Association Commission on Accreditation for Corrections. Dr. Levins has extensive experience in training, curriculum, and program development, and is considered a leading expert in the development and sustainability of public-private partnerships and other forms of public-private collaborations.
Registration: $190.00
All training activities will take place at the LIS Group Mesa Training Center (MTC).
SEATING IS LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS
Lunch provided by LIS Group
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An Introduction to Open-Source Intelligence Gathering
2025-02-01 10:00 UTC
This two-hour program briefly introduces Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) concepts, techniques, and resources. It is designed for people who are novices to this discipline but who possess basic computer skills. No programming or computer security background is required. Some topics included in this program are:
Topics:
• A brief look at the origins of OSINT approaches and how they compare to traditional intelligence and investigative techniques
• Basic OSINT terminology and concepts
• Understanding online privacy and security
• Legal issues surrounding open-source information gathering
• Basics of effective OSINT search techniques
• Using social media in OSINT search techniques
• Specialty OSINT tools and services (Maitego, Shodan, Spiderfoot, Copyseeker, etc.)
• Social engineering in OSINT
• Resources and next steps
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Those interested in understanding how OSINT tools and techniques can be used to locate information about people, organizations, businesses, and for other investigative purposes.
TRAINER:
Joe P. Legander III was formally trained in intelligence gathering and interpretation techniques at some of the top military schools in the nation, including the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center and Goodfellow Air Force Base. He served as an intelligence analyst and translator in the United States Marine Corps throughout the Central American and Caribbean areas of operation and developed award-winning early cryptographic software using concepts and approaches still in use today. He was also one of the first graduates of the Navy’s then-nascent computer security training program at Roosevelt Roads Naval Base, Puerto Rico.
Registration: $125.00
All training activities will take place at the LIS Group Mesa Training Center (MTC),
at 48 N. 57thStreet, Mesa, AZ 85205. SEATING IS LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS
Lunch Provided by: LIS Group
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Security Officer Training Academy (SOTA)
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-12, 2025-03-10 - 2025-03-12, 2025-05-12 - 2025-05-14
Private security is in greater demand than ever before. Increasingly, organizations within both the public and private sectors are taking on the responsibility for addressing their own internal/external security needs. This does not come without added liability and safety concerns. SOTA exceeds the minimum state requirements to become a certified security officer. Take the next step, acquire the knowledge and skills to be a highly trained security professional.
Key learning:
• Unarmed Guard Course.
• Armed Guard Course.
• Weapons Retention Techniques.
• Pepper Spray (OC) Certification.
• Defensive Tactics/Impact Weapons.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Those who desire to become a certified armed guard in the State of Arizona and enhance their knowledge and skill as a certified security professional.
TRAINER:
Dr. Eddie C. Levins has over 20-years of law enforcement experience managing organizations within both the public and private sectors. Dr. Levins holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration, Master of Public Administration, and Doctor of Education degree from Grand Canyon University. He has served as a training/technical consultant for the National Institute of Corrections, American Jail Association, and American Correctional Association. Dr. Levins has extensive experience in correctional management, jail operations, law enforcement administration, training, education, and curriculum development.
Registration: $250.00
All training activities will take place at the LIS Group Training Center.
SEATING IS LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS
Tuition cost covers training, fingerprints, passport photos, and required range fee for firearms qualification.
Lunch will be provided by LIS Group
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Security Officer Training Academy (SOTA)
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08, 2025-06-14 - 2025-06-15, 2025-06-21 - 2025-06-22, 2025-06-28 - 2025-06-29
Private security is in greater demand than ever before. Increasingly, organizations within both the public and private sectors are taking on the responsibility for addressing their own internal/external security needs. This does not come without added liability and safety concerns. SOTA exceeds the minimum state requirements to become a certified security officer. Take the next step, acquire the knowledge and skills to be a highly trained security professional.
Key learning:
• Armed Guard Course.
• Gun Retention Techniques.
• Restraint Devices.
• Introduction to Defensive Tactics/Impact Weapons.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Those who desire to become a certified armed guard in the State of Arizona and enhance their knowledge and skill as a certified security professional.
TRAINER:
Dr. Eddie C. Levins has over 20-years of law enforcement experience managing organizations within both the public and private sectors. Dr. Levins holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration, Master of Public Administration, and Doctor of Education degree from Grand Canyon University. He has served as a training/technical consultant for the National Institute of Corrections, American Jail Association, and American Correctional Association. Dr. Levins has extensive experience in correctional management, jail operations, law enforcement administration, training, education, and curriculum development.
Registration: $150.00
All training activities will take place at the LIS Group Training Center.
SEATING IS LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS
Fingerprints and passport photos services available on-site.
Lunch will be provided by LIS Group
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