Training Courses

Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors Course

Date & Time:
  • April 5, 2027 – April 6, 2027
Location:
Tavares, FL

Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors

Course Dates: April 5-6, 2027

Location: Tavares Police Department, 911 Gateway Drive, Tavares, FL 32778

Cost: $325.00

This two-day course is designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the foundational skills and knowledge required to succeed as front-line supervisors and leaders. The program recognizes that leadership and management represent distinct yet interconnected disciplines, and participants will gain insight into both how they differ and how to leverage them effectively when overseeing their personnel.

Through a combination of instructional lectures, collaborative group discussions, and hands-on interactive exercises, attendees will examine essential topics including team development, effective communication strategies, and constructive resolution of workplace conflicts. Participants will also receive practical tools and proven methods for leading their teams with integrity, accountability, and professional excellence.

Course Foundation: The program is built upon five core principles:

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

Key Topics Covered:

  • Leadership versus Management
  • Innate versus Developed Leadership Abilities
  • Understanding Positional Leadership
  • Influence versus Manipulation
  • Managing Relationships with Former Peers and Current Subordinates
  • Leadership Across Different Organizational Levels
  • Empowering Others to Achieve Success
  • The Role of Followership in Leadership
  • Active Listening and Decision-Making
  • Time Management and Strategic Advantage
  • Balancing Care with Accountability
  • Continuous Leadership Development

Instructional Team:

Course Lead: Captain Mike Schentrup (RET)

Instructors: Lieutenant Wayne South (RET), Deputy Chief Eric Stewart (RET), Lieutenant Charlie Nahrwold, and Lieutenant Marc Plourde

This course represents an essential investment for law enforcement professionals aiming to strengthen their leadership capabilities and accelerate their advancement within the law enforcement profession.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 21 days prior to the course date qualify for a full refund minus a 5% administrative fee. Cancellations within 21 days of the course date are non-refundable; however, student substitutions are permitted.