De-Escalation Instructor Course

De-Escalation Instructor Course

1-Day Course • 7 Minnesota POST credits
Meets MN POST Mandatory Learning Objective: Conflict Management and Mediation

This course equips law enforcement instructors with the knowledge and tools to effectively teach de-escalation and crisis management. Students will explore strategies to reduce the intensity of volatile encounters, enhance decision-making, strengthen community trust, and improve communication skills.

The curriculum emphasizes officer well-being, team cohesion, and the application of modern adult learning principles to improve retention and real-world performance. Graduates will be able to return to their agencies prepared to guide others in reducing the need for force and achieving voluntary compliance.

Course Goals

  • Recognize and evaluate crisis situations
  • Apply persuasive strategies for de-escalation
  • Prioritize officer wellness and team cohesion
  • Guide situations away from turmoil toward cooperation

What to Bring

  • Note-taking materials

Featured Instructor

Pilar Stier

Testimonials

“Best course I have attended since I can remember.”
“I feel like this course gave me the skills to be confident in not just making contact, but confident
in controlling a subject.  The teaching model is also very simple to remember.  Great job guys!”

-James Comings, Minnetonka Police Department SWAT

“Better instructors than I’ve seen anywhere.”
“Great presentation skills.  Made the course interesting and fun.  Very realistic course material.”
“Very usable techniques!”

-Dan Swanson, Rochester Police Department SWAT

“Top level instructors.  Highly recommended, here to help you.  What I liked most about the
course overall was the atmosphere, learning how to teach, and the realistic tactics.”

-Tyler Martin, Washington County Sheriff's Office SWAT

“The instructors were very approachable, knowledgeable, and friendly.”
“What I liked most about the training was that most things use major motor functions and have minimal moves.”

-Andy Trupe, Champlin Police Department
“The instructors were excellent, superior to other trainings.”
“Every technique I learned can be used on the street with high success.”
-Dustin Fleck, New Ulm Police Department

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Are you ready to train with an elite team of experts and improve all aspects of your critical response and action?

Are you ready to train with an elite team of experts and improve all aspects of your critical response and action?