Upcoming Courses

Scenario Based Training (SBT) is one of the most effective tools for teaching critical skills and improving officer decision-making. When done correctly, SBT builds confidence and reinforces sound tactics. When done poorly, it creates training scars and reinforces bad habits.

The Scenario Based Training Instructor (SBTI) Course prepares officers to safely and effectively implement a scenario training program within their agency.

This is a multi-day instructor course approved for 21 Minnesota POST credits.

Students will leave with scenario creation worksheets, sample scenarios, safety checklists, and a practical understanding of how to design, run, and debrief scenario training that maximizes learning.

Course Objectives

• Safely conduct scenario-based training

• Identify and achieve training objectives through scenario design

• Create and implement effective training scenarios

• Avoid unintended consequences and “training scars”

• Prepare students for success in SBT environments

• Productively debrief students after scenario events

• Apply adult learning principles and communication techniques

• Integrate scenario training into department in-service and new hire programs

• Conduct isolation drills

• Use SBT both with and without Non-Lethal Training Ammunition (NLTA)

• Incorporate less-lethal tools into SBT scenarios

• Distinguish between using SBT to train vs. evaluate

• Implement use-of-force scenarios safely and effectively

What to Bring

• Duty belt and/or load-bearing vest

• Training pistol (blue/red gun)

• Pen and paper

• Recommended: Clipboard

• Recommended: Reflective vest

• Recommended: Simunition pistol with marking cartridges (NLTA)

• Recommended: Simunition rifle

• Protective gear for NLTA (eye protection, face mask, throat protection, groin protection, gloves)

Featured Instructors

Thomas Menton, Chaz Lemon and Kris Mua

Testimonials

“Watching the advancement of the first scenario to the last, the amount of useful training that was had was mind-blowing.”
Todd Anderson, Minnesota Department of Corrections

“Likely some of the best instructors I have had over 10+ years in law enforcement. The instructors were very experienced with résumés to back it up! I highly recommend this course. Fun, solid curriculum, and solid instructors with great teaching styles and demeanors.”
Sean Smallen, Faribault Police Department

“This was a great course for an agency starting a Scenario Based Training program. We are leaving with a good knowledge base on developing effective training. The instructors were knowledgeable, kept the course moving, and provided great instruction and feedback. The course is worth the time and cost.”
Ben Goutermont, Lake County Sheriff’s Office