Field Training Officer FTO Certification (C.T.E. Model©)
Course Overview:
The Command Presence FTO Certification program is a comprehensive 32-hour, human-performance-based training initiative developed to bring modern approaches to field training operations within law enforcement organizations. The curriculum emphasizes the C.T.E. Model©, which stands for Coach, Train, and Evaluate—a framework centered on building performance capabilities rather than simply tracking performance outcomes.
Expected Benefits:
When properly integrated into agency operations, participating organizations typically observe improvements including enhanced recruit performance during field training, decreased recruit washout rates, standardized and transparent evaluation procedures, more meaningful coaching interactions between FTOs and recruits, and reduced stress and burnout among Field Training Officers.
Training Topics Covered:
- Learning and performance dynamics under high-stress conditions
- Cross-generational communication methodologies
- Hands-on implementation of the C.T.E. Model©
- Constructive feedback delivery and comprehensive documentation practices
- Defensible evaluation frameworks and FTO software platform utilization
Ideal Participants:
This certification is designed for active and prospective Field Training Officers, FTO Program Supervisors, Training Unit Managers, and command-level personnel responsible for overseeing field training initiatives.
Event Details:
- Duration: 32 hours
- Format: In-person classroom instruction
- Dates: December 14-17, 2026
- Location: Wiregrass Public Safety Center, Dothan, Alabama
- Cost: Starting at $699 per person (with T-Mobile for Government sponsorship reducing cost by $700)
Additional Information:
Train-the-trainer delivery options are available for agencies interested in internal program deployment. Contact Command Presence directly for customized solutions and additional course details.