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Fall 2026 Classes:

Ingham County

Course Details

"Law enforcement agencies should provide, to the degree possible, counseling, training, and professional development opportunities and assistance to members that will promote production, proficiency, and effectiveness."

-ICAP Police Center

"To be effective in an ever-changing world, training must continue throughout an officer's career."

-Pillar 5 Quote, 21st Century Policing

Who We Are

Shield Leadership Institute is a public safety-focused resource for continuing education & leadership for:

Police
Fire
EMS
Corrections

And we have a fantastic team of trained professionals to guide you through your education.

Meet Our Team

What We Do

Shield Institute supports nationally recommended standards in training for first-line supervisors. Our program prepares future supervisors and supports those currently in command positions.

About The Program

Why Us?

Adult Learner Focused
Cohort Model
Guided by State & National standards
Focused on 21st Century Policing Report and recommendations from IACP & PERF
Competency-based curriculum