Parole and Probation Agents are required to complete 18 hours of in-service training in order to maintain current certification.
The courses used to obtain the 18 hours must be approved by the MD Police and Correctional Training Commissions.
It is the employee's responsibility to ensure the MD Police and Correctional Training Commission has certified the class.
Please contact the Training Unit, dlpctcdpptraining_dpscs@maryland.gov.
Webinar - Domestic Violence and Community Supervision
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C19444
This course will provide Parole & Probation staff a review of the Maryland Division of Parole and Probation General Order 10-002 and the Lethality Assessment. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to recall the General Order, identify the protocol for using the Lethality Assessment Program and recognize the assessment and re-assessment process for Domestic Violence cases.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/02/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
Webinar - Fundamentals of Effective Communications
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17215/6
Training will assist participants in becoming effective communicators by reviewing the elements of communication and discussing ways to become better listeners.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
Attendance is required for ALL 6 HOURS in order to receive in-service. No partial credit will be allowed.
07/08/2024
9:00am-4:00pm
This webinar is reserved for DPP in-service only at this time.
Webinar - Civilian Response to Active Shooter (CRASE)
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17709
Training will inform participants of the signs of escalation and provide the techniques to verbally deescalate conflicts.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/09/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
This webinar is reserved for DPP in-service only at this time.
DPP- CPR/First Aid
PSETC Physical Training Center, Sykesville
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C19642
Participants will receive an overview and practical of CPR/First Aid. Participants will also receive an overview of Narcan and Drug Identification. In order to successfully complete the course, participants will be required to pass a written exam and practice and demonstrate skills. THIS WILL REQUIRE PHYSICAL EFFORT, including kneeling on the floor and pushing forcefully on the manikin's chest with both hands/arms.
Students are permitted to wear athletic attire for this program, abiding by the Department's dress code. Athletic pants and t-shirts are permitted but must comply with ADM.050.0029 Section 5, Item C. Shorts, tank tops and any clothing with holes or profanity is still prohibited.
This course is designed for Division of Parole & Probation in-service training.
07/10/2024
8:30am-4:00pm
905 2nd Street, Sykesville, MD
DPP- Lethality Assessment & Domestic Violence
Various, see individual posting
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C18030
This course will focus on how Parole & Probation uses the Lethality Assessment Program (LAP) and gain a better understanding of domestic violence. This course covers LAP protocol and will develop skills to better manage the client and victims.
This course is designed for Division of Parole & Probation in-service training.
07/10/2024
9:00am-4:00pm
Chestertown Field Office, Chestertown Business Park, 131 North Dixon Drive
Chestertown, MD 21620
09/16/2024
9:00am-4:00pm
Webinar - Personal Safety
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17258/59
Participants will gain an understanding of tactics and behaviors present in people who mean them harm. Practical safety tips will be provided that can be used to improve personal safety.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
Attendance is required for ALL 6 HOURS in order to receive in-service. No partial credit will be allowed.
07/11/2024
9:00am-4:00pm
This webinar is reserved for DPP in-service only at this time.
07/16/2024
9:00am-4:00pm
This webinar is reserved for DPP in-service only at this time.
DPP- Traumatic Brain Injury & the CJ System
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C18883
The Traumatic Brain Injury course will identify ways a traumatic brain injury can occur, recognize behavior that is typically associated with traumatic brain injuries and recall challenges people with traumatic brain injury experience. In addition, the course will describe the relationship between traumatic brain injury and the criminal justice system.
07/12/2024
Canceled as of 6/26/24.
9:00am-12:00pm
Free for DPSCS / $25 client agencies (seats not available for non-client agencies at this time)
Washington County Public Safety Training Center, 18350 Public Safety Place, Hagerstown, MD (ensure your GPS is for Hagerstown and not Frederick).
Program Approval Information
08/09/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
Free for DPSCS / $25 client agencies (seats not available for non-client agencies at this time)
Prince George's County Department of Corrections Training Academy, 13401 Dille Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD
Program Approval Information
Webinar - Sexual Harassment
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17035
Training will give participants the ability to understand what constitutes sexual harassment and how we can create an environment free of discriminatory behavior, describe the procedures that an employee should take if he/she is a victim of harassment, identify the consequences of sustained allegations of sexual harassment, and identify offices/agencies where sexual harassment complaints can be filed.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/17/2024
9:00am-11:00am
This webinar is reserved for DPP in-service only at this time.
Webinar - DPP Intake
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17986
This course will review the Division of Parole & Probation's intake process, policies and procedures.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/24/2024
9:00am-11:00am
Webinar - Assessment & Case Planning
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C16459
This is a computer based instructional program (webinar) that provides fundamental information about Assessment & Case Planning for Division of Parole & Probation staff.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/01/2024
Canceled as of 6/7/24.
11:00am-12:30pm
07/09/2024
Canceled as of 6/7/24.
1:00-2:30pm
07/12/2024
1:00-2:30pm
07/17/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
1:00-2:30pm
07/19/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
11:00am-12:30pm
07/22/2024
1:00-2:30pm
08/12/2024
1:00pm-2:30pm
08/21/2024
9:00am-10:30am
08/27/2024
9:00am-10:30am
08/28/2024
1:00-2:30pm
Webinar - Collections & Accounting
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17248
Training will assist DPP participants in understanding the Collections and Accounting Policy and changes made in light of the Justice Reinvestment Act.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/15/2024
Canceled as of 6/7/24.
9:00am-10:30am9:00am-12:00pm
08/08/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
08/13/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
08/23/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
10/21/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
10/25/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
11/12/2024
9:00am-12:00pm
Webinar - Graduated Sanctions
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C16457
This is a computer based instructional program that provides fundamental information about the Division of Parole & Probation's Graduated Sanctions. Students will:
-Review Graduated Sanctions policy
-Practice application of the matrix to non-compliant behavior
-Define the types/levels of non-compliant behavior
-Recall the violation procedures as it related to Graduated Sanctions
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/10/2024
9:00am-10:30am
07/15/2024
2:00pm-3:30pm
07/18/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
1:30pm-3:00pm
07/22/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
9:00am-10:30am
07/24/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
1:30pm-3:00pm
08/14/2024
9:00am-10:30am
08/20/2024
9:00am-10:30am
08/26/2024
9:00am-10:30am
DPP- Criminal History Verification (1-day)
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C17982
This course is a refresher of the criminal history verification process for case management staff. During this course, participants will review the following systems: OCMS, JIS Secure Search, DJS, Dashboard, and OBSCIS. They will review policies related to criminal history verification, and complete practical exercises.
08/15/2024
10/16/2024
12/10/2024
Webinar - Earned Compliance Credits
Virtual
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C16456
After completing the training, Parole & Probation participants will be able to review policy on earned compliance credit, recall eligibility criteria related to legal offense information, recall compliance criteria as it relates to each case, and demonstrate application of earned compliance credit evaluation.
This program will be held via the GoToWebinar platform. Access to the internet for the full duration of the webinar is required; however, a microphone & camera are not necessary. Access information and instructions will be sent within 3-business days of the course start date. This information will only be sent to enrolled students, and should never be shared. Students not on the roster will NOT be admitted into the webinar.
07/02/2024
Canceled as of 6/7/24.
9:00am-10:30am1:30pm-3:00pm
07/16/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
1:30pm-3:00pm
07/18/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
9:30am-11:00am
07/19/2024
1:30pm-3:00pm
07/23/2024
Canceled as of 6/28/24.
9:30am-11:00am
08/19/2024
1:30pm-3:00pm
08/22/2024
1:30pm-3:00pm
08/28/2024
9:00am-10:30am
DPP- Agent Academy
PSETC Sykesville
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: Pending
Enrollment requests on this roster must only be made by Division of Parole and Probation academy staff, or DPSCS Human Resources staff.
The Division of Parole & Probation Academy consists of academic instruction and supervisor/mentor monitored field training. The pre-service and academy are held at the Public Safety Education and Training Center in Sykesville, Maryland. During Field Training, students are to report to their field offices to complete specific tasks. The Field Training dates will be provided during the academic portion of the academy.
As a condition of your employment, the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) must certify Agent Recruits. Certification requires Agent Recruits’ successful completion of the Academy. Agent Recruits are required to sign into the classroom by 8:00am each morning, and are dismissed no later than 5:00pm daily. Dormitory space is available at the Academy for $25 per night. Contact your Parole and Probation Supervisor or Regional Administrator for reimbursement approval and eligibility; note that this must be arranged in advance. Lodging is dependent upon availability of space. Information can be found on the Lodging Reservation Request Form.
For employment questions, please contact DPSCS.Career@maryland.gov / (410) 585-3999. For questions regarding the academy, please contact dlpctcdpptraining_dpscs@maryland.gov.
09/09/2024
- 11/07/2024
The Academy’s Pre-Service begins Monday, September 9, 2024 and the Academy will officially begin on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Graduation will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 10:00am.
DPP- Post Conviction Sex Offender Polygraph
Various, See Course Posting
Fee: 0.00
Approval Code: C18923
The Post Conviction Sex Offender Polygraph course will identify the types of exams involved in PCSOT. Recognize the referral examination and follow up process with the Post Conviction Offender Polygraph as well as recall the polygraph examination process.
This course is designed for Division of Parole & Probation in-service training.
10/08/2024
8:30am-12:30pm
11/14/2024
8:30am-12:30pm