The Basic Tribal Probation Academy (TPA)* is a comprehensive training academy that provides foundational knowledge and practical, skill-based training infused with cultural awareness through traditional, evidence-based and alternative approaches to community supervision.
Build foundational skills through this comprehensive and interactive training academy. Examine traditional, evidence-based, and alternative approaches to community supervision. Practice techniques in mock interviews, scenarios and team exercises. Explore the benefits of peacemaking, restorative practices, and cultural resources
26th Annual Problem-Oriented Policing Conference
October 24-26, 2016
Mission Palms Hotel and Conference Center
Tempe, Arizona
Sponsored by
The Center for Problem-Oriented Policing
Hosted by
Tempe Police Department and the Arizona State University School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
This comprehensive training academy provides both foundational knowledge and practical, skill-based training infused with cultural awareness through traditional, evidence-based, and alternative approaches to community supervision. Apply the knowledge and skills you have gained in each session through hands-on and interactive learning, role plays, and scenarios that are readily used throughout the training. The Tribal Probation Academy continues to evolve by incorporating new examples, case studies, and faculty field expertise to complement and enhance delivery of the core curriculum. Highlighted topics covered during the Academy include: tribal justice systems; victim-centered approach; evidence-based practices in community corrections; understanding offender populations and special condition considerations; substance abuse; restorative justice and peacemaking; report writing; juvenile probation; search and seizure; and defensive tactics.
The Advanced Gang Investigations training provides insight into techniques to investigate gang crimes and advanced tools for gang investigations, including information regarding how to integrate intelligence analysis and crime analysis. The training is designed to offer flexibility based on the needs of the law enforcement agencies in the geographical area where the training is being offered. The training provides awareness of existing tools, resources, and guidelines for gang investigators.
This 2:00 p.m. ET webinar notes that distinctive features set CBT apart from therapeutic options that preceded it: time limited, present-day, solution focused. CBT employs a directive approach driven by prioritized client-centered needs. CBT characteristics and outcomes continue to expand its popularity and widen its application, especially to criminal justice populations. Part 2 of this two-part webinar reviews CBT techniques and useful tools applicable to criminal justice programming and addiction treatment (included as Part I “homework” materials).
This 2:00 p.m. ET webinar notes that distinctive features set CBT apart from therapeutic options that preceded it: time limited, present-day, solution focused. CBT employs a directive approach driven by prioritized client-centered needs. CBT characteristics and outcomes continue to expand its popularity and widen its application, especially to criminal justice populations. Part I of this two-part webinar emphasizes CBT’s central unique elements and the components critical to success.
On Tuesday, June 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET, the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) will host the webinar "Tips for Reporting on Training Performance Metrics". The webinar will review the performance metrics associated with training engagements in the BJA Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Reporting Portal, and offer tips for entering training activities and reporting training performance metrics thoroughly and accurately.