Training Courses

ADVANCED K9 DETECTION COURSE

Date & Time:
  • February 24, 2027 – February 26, 2027
Location:
Land O'Lakes, FL
Agency:
Florida's Forensic Institute For Research, Security, and Tactics (F.1.R.S.T)

Instructor: Cameron Ford

Location: Land O'Lakes, FL (Pasco County, ZIP 34637)

Dates: February 24–26, 2027

Duration: 24 hours

Cost: $799.00

Course Overview

This intensive three-day program is designed to advance canine detection teams from basic training proficiency to genuine operational readiness. The course addresses the transition between foundational training and practical field deployment by conducting a thorough assessment of each team's existing strengths, identifying any gaps in capability, and reviewing current standard operating procedures. Training content is then customized to align with the specific real-world deployment requirements and legal compliance standards that each team will face.

Course Content

Over the course of three demanding days, handlers and their canine partners engage in hands-on detection scenarios, operational and tactical deployment simulations, and critical decision-making exercises. These training activities are structured to mirror the actual conditions and pressures encountered during active K9 deployment in the field.

Category: K9 Training