Fired Up for the Future

August 4 - August 8, 2024

Students at the youth fire camp putting out a fire


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

Registration

Contact

Michelle Marshall
715-246-1877
fireregistration@northwoodtech.edu

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.

Rice Lake Police Department Firing Range

2074 23rd Street
Rice Lake, WI 54868

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Registration

Fee: $75

Registration Form

Contact Information

Jennifer Ruid

715.788.7060

Email Jennifer

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

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Contact Information

Jennifer Ruid

715.788.7060

Email Jennifer

 

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

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Contact Information

Jennifer Ruid

715.788.7060

Email Jennifer

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

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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

Get Directions

 

Contact Information

Jennifer Ruid

715.651.9626

Email Jennifer

Registration

Registration Fee: $250

Registration Form

Required DOJ Form: DJ LE 335

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