Training Courses

Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors Course

Date & Time:
  • November 30, 2026 – December 1, 2026
Location:
Tarpon Springs, FL

Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors

This comprehensive program is designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the essential competencies and knowledge required to thrive as front-line leaders within their organizations. The course emphasizes that leadership and management represent distinct yet interconnected functions, and participants will gain clarity on how these roles differ while developing the ability to guide their teams effectively.

Using a blended approach that combines instructional presentations, collaborative discussions, and hands-on activities, attendees will examine critical areas including team development, interpersonal communication, and dispute management. The program provides actionable methodologies and practical frameworks for leading personnel with both commitment and professionalism.

Core Principles Covered:

  • Trust
  • Communication
  • Humility and Optimism
  • Leading by Example
  • Competency

Key Topics Include:

  • Leadership versus Management
  • Innate versus Developed Leadership Abilities
  • Understanding Positional Leadership
  • Influence as Opposed to Manipulation
  • Transitioning from Peer to Supervisor
  • Directing Subordinates, Colleagues, and Superior Officers
  • Enabling Team Success
  • The Role of Followership
  • Active Listening and Sound Decision Making
  • Time as a Strategic Asset
  • Balancing Care with Accountability
  • Development Pathways for Leadership Excellence

Instructional Team: Course Lead Captain Mike Schentrup (RET), with instruction from Lieutenant Wayne South (RET), Deputy Chief Eric Stewart (RET), Lieutenant Charlie Nahrwold, and Lieutenant Marc Plourde.

Schedule: November 30 - December 1

Location: Tarpon Springs Police Department, 444 South Huey Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

Cost: $325.00

This program serves as an essential investment for law enforcement professionals committed to strengthening their leadership abilities and progressing within their careers.