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Leadership Development Institute
Today's public safety leaders face a formidable challenge. Ensuring the safety of our communities, in ways that are consistent with the United States Constitution and supported by the public, is no easy task. Our leaders in law enforcement and corrections face challenges that include complex issues, conflicting demands from the community, changes in technology, increasing diversity in our communities, generational differences in the workforce, limited resources, the attention of social media and other factors that increase the difficulty of the job. Our leaders must face these challenges and lead their agencies, personnel and communities in ways that not only provide safety and security, but do so in a manner that engenders public support.
The Leadership Development Institute is committed to helping develop public safety leaders who meet these challenges. As our name connotes, we view the work of developing leaders as a process that starts at the beginning of a career.While many of our programs are targeted at supervisors, we recognize that leadership can and should be developed and exhibited by all personnel, regardless of position or title.
We work closely with public safety leaders from throughout the state, across all disciplines of public safety, to ensure that we are addressing current leadership needs in the field. We also work with academic institutions and professional organizations such as the Maryland Correctional Administrators Association, the Maryland Sheriffs Association and the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association to produce programs for our students.
LDI Staff:
Maryann P. Foxwell, Director
410-875-3560
maryann.foxwell@maryland.gov
Patricia (Pat) Graham, Program Administrator
410-875-3507
patricia.graham@maryland.gov
Cheryl Pendergast, Program Administrator
410-875-3486
cheryl.pendergast@maryland.gov
Claire English, Program Administrator
410-875-3526
claire.english@maryland.gov
Susan Strausbaugh, Management Associate
410-875-3575
susan.strausbaugh@maryland.gov
Unless otherwise noted, registration for MPCTC-hosted courses can be completed by contacting your agency training coordinator to login to the Online Registration System to enroll. Non-client agencies can submit a registration form to Katie.Johnson@maryland.gov.
Contact Katie.Johnson@maryland.gov with questions regarding these courses.
LDI Training Opportunities:
LDI- Supervisor's Role in Critical Incidents
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46731
This course is designed to instruct the student in the management of a critical incident. Topics to be covered include how to determine and obtain available resources, how to direct the actions of other involved units, and using resources to mitigate critical incidents.
10/07/2022
LDI- First Line Supervisor Training
Various; see course posting for details
Fee: 150.00
Approval Code: P42130
This is a Commissions approved mandated training program for newly or soon to be promoted public safety supervisors and must be taken within 12 months of their promotion. This program is offered as a 5 day program suitable for public safety personnel. The program content will include the use of interactive problem solving exercises and scenarios focusing on the fundamental skills required of all first line supervisors. The testing method for this program will be a daily quiz on the topics taught each day. Students must obtain a 75% or higher average among all quizzes and maintain at least a 90% attendance in order to receive credit for the class.There is a strict deadline for registration of 1-week prior to the first day of class.
PLEASE NOTE: Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter the information ONE MONTH prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster.
The Date of Promotion to Current Rank is required to enroll in this course!
If the class is full and you want to be placed on a waiting list please contact Katie.Johnson@maryland.gov.
10/17/2022
- 10/21/2022
12/05/2022
- 12/09/2022
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
Program Approval Information P42130 / C16691
01/09/2023
- 01/13/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
02/06/2023
- 02/10/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
03/06/2023
- 03/10/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
04/10/2023
- 04/14/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
05/08/2023
- 05/12/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
06/05/2023
- 06/09/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
07/10/2023
- 07/14/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
08/07/2023
- 08/11/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
09/11/2023
- 09/15/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
10/02/2023
- 10/06/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
12/04/2023
- 12/08/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $210 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration includes a copy of the First Line Supervisor Resource Note book on USB and a copy of a leadership book.
LDI- Diversity and Cultural Awareness Sensitivity
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P42135
This course assists managers and supervisors in developing an improved understanding of, and sensitivity to, the differing cultures and sensibilities of people with backgrounds different from their own. Topics include: What is Culture, Values & Assumptions, Cross-Cultural Communication, Ways We Differ and Common Ground.
10/31/2022
LDI- Diet and Nutrition
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46730
This course is designed to explore current concepts of practical and applied nutrition. Topics include food choices and health; nutrition tools; energy balance and healthy body weight; metabolism; carbohydrates; lipids; proteins; vitamins; minerals; water; nutrients; physical activity and the body’s responses; nutrition and disease; food safety; and life cycle nutrition.
11/02/2022
LDI- Fundamentals of Supervision & Management
Various, See Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45215
This course is designed to enable the student to learn the art of effective management and supervision. Topics to be covered include essential roles and responsibilities of a manager, leadership, motivational and team-building skills, techniques and strategies for communication, and conflict resolution.
11/16/2022
LDI- Negotiation for Leaders
Various, See Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45598
This course is designed to enable a manager or supervisor to learn negotiation skills and techniques to utilize in daily interactions. Topics to be covered include: negotiation skills and methods, determining when it is appropriate to negotiate, identifying negotiation styles and tactics, the role of emotions in negotiation, and common negotiation situations.
11/22/2022
LDI- Dealing with Difficult Employees
Various, See Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P43626
This course is designed to identify habitual actions in the workplace that make it difficult for others to accomplish their work in a peaceful, timely fashion. Actions to prevent or manage difficult situations will be explored and techniques will be practiced.
12/06/2022
LDI- Challenging Our Implicit Bias
Various, See Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45224
This course, for public safety professionals, is designed to provide increased awareness and recognition of implicit bias and how it may affect their interaction with the public. Topics to be covered include social perception and value-based judgements, strategies in recognizing biases, perceptual filters, impact of implicit bias, and how to overcome biases.
12/13/2022
LDI- Supervisory Liabilities
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45235
This course is designed to assist current and aspiring supervisors. The student will examine the laws and procedures that apply to anyone fulfilling the role of supervisor. Topics to be covered include: situations of liability due to negligent supervising; liability due to chain of command; liability due to lack of proper discipline of subordinates; the power of a supervisor’s signature; when to seek legal counsel and what should be confidential.
01/05/2023
MCPI-2 Day Commercial & Residential Crime Prevention
Various, See Posting
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: P46735
This is a 2-day, 14 hour course focusing on commercial and residential security. This course will incorporate crime prevention methods used to assist officers on how to educate residential and business community members on keeping their property safer by removing or minimizing the opportunity for a crime to be committed. This includes instruction on how to conduct a commercial and residential security survey along with a practical exercise and final test.
01/18/2023
- 01/19/2023
04/26/2023
- 04/27/2023
06/07/2023
- 06/08/2023
LDI- Performance Management: Employee Development
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P42547
Develop enhanced skills for using performance management tools and techniques as a framework for developing a more productive workforce. Learn techniques and approaches through which performance management, appraisal and coaching can be used as development tools and as means to improve individual productivity. Topics include setting performance goals, performance appraisal preparation, conducting an appraisal session, coaching for improved performance, and position analyses.
01/19/2023
LDI- First Line Administrator Training
Various; see course posting for details
Fee: 150.00
Approval Code: P46691
This First Line Administrator Training Program is required by the Police and Correctional Training Commissions for all police and correctional personnel assigned or promoted into their department’s first line administrator rank. It meets all Mandated training objectives for First Line Administrators.
The program facilitates the understanding of effective management and leadership. Instructors guide students through scenario-based learning and problem identification and resolution that is geared to supporting the student’s success in their role as a First Line Administrator. The testing method for this program will be a daily quiz on topics taught each day. Students must score 75% or higher average among all the quizzes and maintain at least a 90% attendance in order to receive credit for the class.There is a strict deadline for registration of 1-week prior to the first day of class.
PLEASE NOTE: Agencies holding a seat with a yet to-be-determined student will need to enter the information ONE MONTH prior to the course start date. If student information is not entered by this time, the hold will be automatically removed from the roster.
The Date of Promotion to Current Rank is required to enroll in this course!
If the class is full and you want to be placed on a waiting list please contact Katie.Johnson@maryland.gov.
01/23/2023
- 01/27/2023
04/24/2023
- 04/28/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $250 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration fee includes a copy of a leadership book.
Program Approval Information P46691 / C18397
06/26/2023
- 06/30/2023
08/21/2023
- 08/25/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150 for client agencies / $250 for non-client agencies (DPSCS=no cost). Registration fee includes a copy of a leadership book.
Program Approval Information P46691 / C18397
09/25/2023
- 09/29/2023
LDI- Managing Across Generations
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P42546
This course is designed to explore the needs of the multi-generational workforce, with a focus on differences between generations to improve understanding and workplace productivity. Topics include: workplace attitudes and expectations, generational values, power structures and hierarchy, and managing multiple generations in the workplace.
02/16/2023
LDI- Servant Leadership & Equitable Decision Making
Various; see course posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45232
This course, for managers and supervisors or aspiring supervisors, is designed to teach the basics of servant leadership and differences between the traditional power model of leading and a servant led model, relating to equity and sustainability in decision-making. Topics to be covered include purpose behind servant leadership, the business case for servant leadership, and how servant leadership can lead to higher engagement, more trust, and stronger relationships with stakeholders, leading to high velocity decision making.
02/21/2023
06/06/2023
LDI- TRUE Leadership: Valuable Lessons (2-day)
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 50.00
Approval Code: P47003
TRUE Leadership- Valuable Lessons for Aspiring Leaders
There is more to becoming an effective leader than just getting a promotion. To be successful, those aspiring to be effective leaders must develop skills, gain experiences, and develop a leadership mindset. But how does one do that?
This two-day introductory leadership workshop will provide an overview of key leadership principles, essential skills and competencies necessary for effective leadership, as well as a recommended framework for further leadership development.
02/22/2023
- 02/23/2023
04/19/2023
- 04/20/2023
07/25/2023
- 07/26/2023
09/20/2023
- 09/21/2023
LDI- Emotional Intelligence
Various, See Posting
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45227
This course is designed to enable the student to develop personal leadership skills and enhance their ability to develop effective, productive workplace relationships that they can apply in their position as manager or supervisor. Topics to be covered include: defining emotional intelligence (EQ), personal competence, and social competence; self-awareness; and techniques to more effectively manage one’s self and their working relationships.
03/01/2023
Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command 2023
PSETC, Sykesville
Fee: 4500.00
Approval Code: Pending
The Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commissions is proud to host the Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command!
The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) prepares public safety managers for senior positions by combining academic principles with practical applications. Since its launch in 1983, SPSC has become one of the most highly respected law enforcement management programs in the country. Designed for mid- and upper-level personnel, this intensive program incorporates adult- and problem based learning models into its thorough curriculum. Because participants are experienced professionals, course activities encourage class members to learn from each other’s experiences, build relationships, and develop networks that will last long after the course has ended. For more information on the program, visit nucps.northwestern.edu/spscinfo.
Registration for this program is being conducted directly through Northwestern University!! To visit the registration page, click here. Questions and/or issues with registration, should be directed to Roslyn Austin, r-austin@northwestern.edu.
For full course details, including prerequisites and site information (lodging, meals, etc.) please view the NW SPSC Flyer.
03/06/2023
- 05/19/2023
For full course details, including prerequisites and site information (lodging, meals, etc.) please view the
NW SPSC Flyer.
LDI- Applying Myers Briggs in the Workplace
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46732
This course is designed to introduce the student to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and its application in a business environment. Topics to be covered include personality type, type and organizations, your type and your work, your type and others at work.
03/14/2023
LDI- Empowerment: Inspiring Critical Thinking
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45228
This course is designed to enable the student, who is a manager or supervisor, to learn how to foster an environment that encourages creative problem solving and improvement and creating a healthy workplace where employees can constantly work to improve the way things are done. Topics to be covered include incorporating critical thinking elements throughout the workday, fostering questions and open discussion, creating diversity in work groups and discussions, and creating time to evaluate situations in order to make better decisions.
03/30/2023
LDI- Managing Multiple Priorities
PSETC Sykesville, MD
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46734
This course is designed to enable the student, who works in an office setting, to learn about approaches to managing the many different priorities encountered in the workplace. Topics to be covered include tools and tips for prioritizing work, communicating needs and assessing urgency, and activities to highlight the importance of skillful time and priority management.
04/12/2023
LDI- Managing Conflict and Confrontation
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45674
This course is designed to enable the student to learn the skills for effectively resolving conflict and confrontation in the workplace. This course examines a variety of resolution styles and negotiation techniques to plan and resolve interpersonal conflict with co-workers and staff. Topics to be covered include resolution and management styles, negotiation skills and techniques, causes and effects of conflict, and benefits of conflict management.
04/14/2023
LDI- Strengthening Your Supervisory Skills
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45234
This course is designed to enable the student to learn supervisory skills. Students will learn various techniques to modify work-related behavior and to motivate employees. Topics include: listening skills; communication skills; problem solving models; past leaders and leadership styles; documentation.
04/21/2023
LDI- Stress Management: The Attitude Day Spa
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46733
This course is designed to help Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Service community supervision staff understand stress in one’s lives. Topics to be covered include stress management and techniques to manage stress.
05/02/2023
LDI- Coaching: Creating High Performance Employees
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46736
This course is designed to enable the student to learn approaches and techniques for business coaching to enhance employee job performance that they can apply in their position as a manager or supervisor. Topics to be covered include: coaching versus training, coaching cycles, goal setting, coaching relationships, and the importance of communication.
05/16/2023
LDI- Civilian Supervisor Training
Various, See Posting
Fee: 50.00
Approval Code: CIVIL
This 3 day on-line course will provide civilian supervisors with ethical foundations of the role of a supervisor, provide practical application of interpersonal communications skills, give insight into Human Resources issues that supervisors are confronted with such as FMLA, ADA, EEO, Time & Attendance, and Absenteeism. Participants will learn about the value and importance of inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. The course will also focus on employment law, to include the formal process for discipline action and grievances. Supervisors will learn the basic steps of problem solving, conflict management, preparing a performance evaluation; and learn team-building skills.
Who should attend? The target audience for this course is civilian first line supervisors and/or aspiring supervisors.
Who should not attend? Sworn law enforcement or correctional certified supervisors and/or administrators, those individuals are required to attend the mandated 5 day (35 hours) First Line Supervisor & Administrator Programs.
Please Note: This course is not approved for in-service hours.
DPSCS personnel who are not assigned to an institution and/or do not have a training coordinator should email a signed registration form to Katie.Johnson@maryland.gov in order to enroll. All forms must have an approving signature in order to register the student. This can be an agency head, or unit supervisor – someone to authorize the student to take this course.
11/16/2022
- 11/18/2022
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am-4:30pm daily
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost, $50 for all other agencies
This course is currently limited to 3 students per agency.
02/13/2023
- 02/15/2023
This program will be held in an ONLINE FORMAT. Be sure to FULLY READ the list of requirements before enrolling. Online Requirements for Virtual Training
8:30am-4:30pm daily
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost, $50 for all other agencies
This course is currently limited to 3 students per agency.
05/22/2023
- 05/24/2023
This course will be held on site at PSETC.
8:30am-4:30pm daily
DPSCS Personnel attend at no cost, $50 for all other agencies
This course is currently limited to 3 students per agency.
LDI- Making Effective Presentations
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P46733
This course is designed to enable the student to learn how to make effective presentations. Topics to be covered include presentation planning, managing fear, communication basics, vocal techniques, nonverbal communication, types of presentations, and using technology in presentations.
05/23/2023
LDI- Strategic Communication
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45233
This course is designed to enable the student to learn practical adaptive strategies for informing and influencing others that they can apply in their position as manager or supervisor. Topics to be covered include: communication styles, adapting personal communication style to a situation, techniques to influence others, and using communication to enhance morale and productivity.
06/01/2023
LDI- Career Wellness for Public Safety Professionals
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 25.00
Approval Code: P45223
This course is designed to enable public safety practitioners to develop strategies and skills for wellness. Topics covered include goal setting, fundamentals of physical fitness, cardiovascular health, nutrition basics, weight management, and stress.
06/13/2023
