Introduction: how technology has changed the way law enforcement agencies operate
Since the advent of the internet, policing has evolved into an entirely different form. Gone are the days where officers had to rely on face-to-face communication to solve crimes. In its place is a world where police departments can now utilize cutting edge technology to help them fight crime. One such technology is online law enforcement training.
Online law enforcement training provides officers with the skills necessary to operate in today’s digital age. This type of training allows officers to learn from a variety of sources and at their own pace, making it more convenient for them.
The benefits of online law enforcement training are numerous and include:
- Easier access to police training resources from anywhere in the world
- Less time spent commuting to training facilities
- Reduced costs for both the municipality and the officer
- Improved learning environments that foster innovation and creativity
- Increased communication and collaboration between officers and municipal officials
Well, we outlined 5 Benefits of Online Law Enforcement Training above and will dive into the reasons below. Keep reading for more.
Effective Online Training: From Anywhere, Anytime
In today’s society, technology has become a staple in the workplace – even the police station (well, some of them anyway). With more and more employees working remotely or at all hours like we do, it is important for law enforcement agencies to provide effective online training that can be accessed from anywhere – just like ours. Our online law enforcement training is an efficient way to keep employees up-to-date on investigative techniques, and changes in the caselaw.
When we designed our online training, it was important to keep in mind that not everyone is technologically savvy. We know, one of our own is the same! Our courses are easy to navigate and can be viewed on a variety of devices including desktop, tablets, phones and MDT’s. Our police training courses are interactive and highly engaging, laden with a serious dose of humor. Officers have opportunities to ask questions and participate in discussions throughout the training.
Online training can also be used as a tool for performance management. Employees can access their course transcripts anytime to track their progress and department training coordinators can easily manage employee training standards through our account managment portal.
Cost: how much money agencies can save by using online training
Online law enforcement training has many benefits for officers. For one, it can save officers time and money. Online training can be delivered at any time so officers can get the education they need while on the job and many do – especially our friends on night shift! Additionally, RTI’s online learning allows officers to take the course at their own pace and in a comfortable environment which is best for their learning style. This is beneficial because it allows officers to focus on learning and not feel rushed and they retain access to the learning material for life. Our online courses are more current than traditional courses and reflect the current industry as opposed to career highlights and inferences.
If you are self funding your training, we can help.
Do you have a dream of promoting or earning that special assignment? If you are like most officers, the cost of training may be a barrier to achieving your dream and the department may not assist you. But what if there was a way to get help paying for your training?
Revelations Training offers individual officer grants to help you pay for your training. And if you are self-funding your professional training, we can help. Just send us an email and let’s talk!
Efficiency: how online training can help agencies meet their goals
Online courses are an efficient and cost effective method for agencies to meet their training goals. The initial investment is minimal, but the material can be accessed online at any time after completion of the course. How does it benefit my agency? The following are key benefits for agencies that use online training: Efficient – saves time, money and resources. Highly effective – the material is current and relevant to industry trends.
Flexibility: the flexibility of online training courses
Online law enforcement training is becoming more and more prevalent. There are many benefits to taking such training, including improved officer safety, increased productivity, and increased public confidence.
Online training can provide officers with the latest in law enforcement technology. This can improve officer safety by giving them access to resources they may not otherwise have access to, as well as providing them with instruction on how to use these resources safely.
Our training allows agencies to focus their resources on more serious crimes, training their people while keeping them on the road. We provide officers with the skills you need to investigate and prosecute crimes.
Quality: the quality of online law enforcement courses
With law enforcement agencies understaffed and stretched thin, many are turning to online training to supplement their officers’ education. While this can be a great way to get more officers trained quickly, it is important to ensure that the courses are of high quality. In order to ensure that the courses are of high quality, it is important to consider the following factors:
The first factor is the content of the course. The course should cover all of the relevant topics in a manner that is easy for officers to understand. The content should also be up-to-date, as law enforcement practices change quickly. We maintain our content, back it with science and ensure it is up to date.
The second factor is instructor quality. The instructors should be experts in the field and have experience teaching online courses. They should also be available to answer any questions that students may have. Our instructors are professional investigators with years of law enforcement experience.
The third factor in the quality of online law enforcement training is course design. In order to provide the best quality training, online law enforcement courses must take into account three factors: the learner, the content, and the delivery. The design of a course is critical in ensuring that all three factors are considered. Course design must be thoughtful and deliberate in order to create an engaging and effective learning experience for law enforcement officers. We dump the fluff, maximize the content and learning potential and provide excellent resources for use in your daily job.
Conclusion
Online law enforcement training has a number of benefits that can make policing easier and more efficient. Officers learn about new technology and how to use it to their advantage, saving time and money in the long run. Additionally, this type of training can improve officer morale by providing them with the skills they need to keep up with changes in the criminal landscape. Finally, online courses are often cheaper than traditional methods, making them a worthwhile investment for departments on a budget.