Fired Up for the Future
August 4 - August 8, 2024

Northwood Tech’s annual Explorer Post 343 Firefighting/EMS/Leadership camp is designed for ALL students entering 7th-12th grade. Experience the life of a firefighter and emergency medical technician (EMT) in this five-day, overnight, in-residence adventure while learning basic Fire, EMT and Leadership skills. This camp is a MUST for anyone considering pursuing a career in the EMT or Firefighter career path.
- Limited to 32 campers
- Cost is $125
- Located at scenic Chippewa Valley Council Camp Phillips in Haugen
Patrol Rifle Operator
Patrol Rifle Operator
Training Notice
May 20, 2025
8:00am - 5:00pm
Catalog number: 47-504-437
Course number: 26283
Course Description:
This course is designed specifically for law enforcement officers whose duty assignments require them to carry and/or utilize assault type rifles in the course of their enforcement activities. This is a training and qualification course that focuses on the use of various semiautomatic rifles used by law enforcement officers. Subject matter for this course includes: (1) Overview of Law Enforcement Rifle Applications; (2) Firearms Safety Considerations; (3) Care and Maintenance of the Rifle; (4) Establishing and Maintaining the Rifle's 'Zero;' (5) Fundamentals of Rifle Marksmanship; (6) Basic Combat Shooting Techniques; (7) Individual Training and Documentation, etc. Participating officers will also be required to participate in extensive practical (live firing) exercises and must achieve prescribed standards of performance to successfully complete this course.
Materials/Equipment Needed:
Equipment Required. Modern Police Rifle with 3 magazines, 300 rounds rifle ammunition (ball OK), duty belt with handgun and 3 magazines, 50 rounds handgun ammunition, Eye and hearing protection, ballistic vest, appropriate clothing for range use in all weather conditions, hydration. Cleaning kit for weapons.
Prerequisites:
Officers participating in this course must be fully or provisionally certified law enforcement officer as prescribed by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Bureau of Training and Standards. It is strongly suggested that law enforcement agency administrators give careful consideration to an officer's marksmanship ability as well as his/her personal discipline prior to assignment to this training course.)
Instructor:
Tom Vande Berg
Credit:
8 hours
Class size:
Class size will be limited to first 12 registered.
Important - please note:
By enrolling in classes, you agree to be responsible for the payment of related tuition and fees according to the college payment policy. Should you choose not to attend a class, you will need to drop it prior to the day it begins to avoid any charges. Any drops that occur on or after the first day of class will result in tuition charges to your account. Failure to pay your tuition bill can result is suspension of registration and records access, collection agency action and additional collection fees added to your balance.
DOJ Instructor, Scenario Instructor Training
DOJ Instructor, Scenario Instructor Training
Training Notice
February 24-25, 2025 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Catalog number: 47-504-416
Class number:
Course Description:
This 16 hour course, taught by a Scenario Master Instructor Trainer, prepares instructor candidates for certification as an LESB Scenario Instructor, including scenario training, testing, and force-on-force safety and training techniques.
Prerequisites
Must have completed the 32-hour CJ-IDC course before attending, OR be a currently-certified LESB instructor, and have 3 years full-time experience. To attend, must apply via form DJ-LE-336.
Instructor:
Tom Vande Berg
Class size:
Class size limited to 10.
Important - please note:
By enrolling in classes, you agree to be responsible for the payment of related tuition and fees according to the college payment policy. Should you choose not to attend a class, you will need to drop it prior to the day it begins to avoid any charges. Any drops that occur on or after the first day of class will result in tuition charges to your account. Failure to pay your tuition bill can result is suspension of registration and records access, collection agency action and additional collection fees added to your balance.
Cameron Elementary
600 Wisconsin Avenue
Cameron, WI 54822
Contact Information
Jennifer Ruid
715.788.7060
Registration
Course Fee: $150
Please complete the forms below, save the files, attach them to an email and send to Jennifer Ruid
2023- 2025 Biennial State Mandated Vehicle Pursuit Training (VPT)
Vehicle Pursuit Training (VPT)
Training Notice
May 7, 2024
Offered As Two Separate Course Sessions:
8AM - 12PM
OR
1PM - 5PM
Course Description:
This is the LESB, state-mandated 2023- 2025 biennial pursuit update required of all LEOs to maintain certification as in the State of Wisconsin; it will consist of the following components: Review the 2013- 2017 statewide pursuit data, to include discussion of the statistics, data collection changes implemented through TraCS, and accessibility to pursuit data through Wilenet. Technology review: Vehicle safety standards, including Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC). Review and Discussion of the EVOC Disturbance Resolution Model, specifically the Intervention Options and alignment within agency policy. Strategies for the Control and Containment of Wrong-way Drivers. Very basic familiarization with alternate High Risk Stop technique (not instruction), from Michigan State Police, being considered by some agencies. Practical exercises based on agency EVOC Intervention options, Evasive and Controlled Brake, and Cornering with intersection simulation Exercises.
T & S Credits: 4 hours
Important - please note:
By enrolling in classes, you agree to be responsible for the payment of related tuition and fees according to the college payment policy. Should you choose not to attend a class, you will need to drop it prior to the day it begins to avoid any charges. Any drops that occur on or after the first day of class will result in tuition charges to your account. Failure to pay your tuition bill can result is suspension of registration and records access, collection agency action and additional collection fees added to your balance.
Northwood Technical College
Academy Building
1900 College Drive
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Contact Information
Jennifer Ruid
Registration Fee: $30
Registration Form (8 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Registration Form (1 p.m.-5 p.m.)
Field Officer Training (FTO)
October 28 - November 1, 2024 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Presented by Kaminsky, Sullenberger & Associates, Inc.
Course Description: Utilizing the San Jose Model, the five-day Field Training Officer Course is designed for the new FTO and FTO Supervisor.
Topics include:
- Organizational Structure of a Successful Field Training & Evaluation Program
- The Role of Supervision/Management
- The Evaluation Process: Achieving Objectivity
- Evaluation and Documentation Exercises
- Legal, Ethical and Due Process Issues
- Remedial Training Strategies
- Instructional Techniques
- Adult Learning Skills
- Interpersonal Communication: Using Feedback Effectively
- Coaching for Success
- Principals of Human Motivation
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Educational and Behavioral Psychology
Take advantage of the nationally renowned training and register now! Class is limited to 36 students.
Important - please note: By enrolling in classes, you agree to be responsible for the payment of related tuition and fees according to the college payment policy. Should you choose not to attend a class, you will need to drop it prior to the day it begins to avoid any charges. Any drops that occur on or after the first day of class will result in tuition charges to your account. Failure to pay your tuition bill can result is suspension of registration and records access, collection agency action and additional collection fees added to your balance.
Northwood Technical College
Rice Lake Campus Conference Center
1900 College Drive
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Registration
Tuition: $400
Registration Form
Robert Sullenberger
303.358.9780
sullenberger@ksa-fto.com
Lodging
Tom Thompson
715.788.7148
thomas.thompson@northwoodtech.edu
Instructor Training, Instructor Development Course
Instructor Training, Instructor Development Course
Training Notice
Dates: January 27 - 30, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Class Number: 26271
Catalog Number: 475-04-496
Course Description:
The Instructor Development Course prepares criminal justice instructor- candidates to create a learning environment that supports learners. Competencies include planning and managing learning, training and evaluation methods and delivering teaching scenarios. This curriculum is endorsed by the Law Enforcement Standards Board and is required of instructors seeking LESB certification. This is a pre-requisite course for all LESB-approved specialized training courses.
All attendee's must meet all WI-DOJ Training and Standards Requirements to attend the course. Must submit DJ-LE-335 no later than (date TBD).
Instructors: TBD
Location:
Northwood Tech, Rice Lake Campus
Conference Center Room #'s TBD
Credit:
32 hours T&S credit
Important - please note:
By enrolling in classes, you agree to be responsible for the payment of related tuition and fees according to the college payment policy. Should you choose not to attend a class, you will need to drop it prior to the day it begins to avoid any charges. Any drops that occur on or after the first day of class will result in tuition charges to your account. Failure to pay your tuition bill can result is suspension of registration and records access, collection agency action and additional collection fees added to your balance.
Northwood Technical College
Academy Building
1900 College Drive
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Contact Information
Jennifer Ruid
Registration
Registration Fee: $250
Registration Form
Required DOJ Form: DJ LE 335
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