DPS Law Enforcement Training Courses
To sign up for a course, contact the host coordinator.
Drug Evaluation and Classification (aka: DRE School) - 72 POST credits
Drug Evaluation and Classification (DECP) training is a very comprehensive course that utilizes classroom, hands-on, and practical exercises to insure that Drug Recognition Evaluators candidates are well prepared to use the skills necessary to perform the duties of a DRE. Certification training dates are pending. All equipment, supplies, housing, and travel costs are paid.
There will be another DRE School in 2020. Stay tuned for details.
DRE School application.pdf
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) - 16 POST credits
This 16-hour course will guide police officers through the traffic stop, the face-to-face interview, SFSTs, processing, report writing, and courtroom testimony. By incorporating classroom, dry run, and practical exercises, officers will be better prepared to detect and remove impaired drivers.
Class Schedule
February 18-19
0800-1700
Location: Saint Louis County Sheriff's Office
Contact: Deputy Sean Cannon 218-336-4300 cannons@stlouiscountymn.gov
March 17-18
0800-1700
Location: Benson PD
Contact: Kristin Molder 320-843-4790 kristin.molden@city.co.swift.mn.us
March 24-25
0800-1700
Location: Crow Wing County S.O.
Contact: Sergeant Chad Paulson chad.paulson@crowwing.us 218-515-0321
April 8-9
0800-1700
Location: Maple Grove Fire Department
Contact: Officer Laurel Slawson at lslawson@maplegrovemn.gov
April 13-14
0800-1700
Location: Fergus Falls Fire
Contact: Shannon Riggle at sriggle@co.ottertail.mn.us
SFST-DWI Update - 4 POST credits
This four-hour course will discuss the ever changing DWI law, the newest and most relevant court cases affecting law enforcement procedures, tips on solidifying your DWI case, and a refresher of SFST skills and techniques.
This is a refresher for those officers that have previously attended the 16-hour SFST course. Class Schedule
February 27
1200-1600
Location: Morrison County Government Center
Contact: Sergeant Doug Rekstad dougr@co.morrison.mn.us
March 18
1730-2130
Location: Benson PD
Contact: Kristin Molder 320-843-4790 kristin.molden@city.co.swift.mn.us
March 17
0800-1200
Location: New Hope PD
Contact: Officer Jason Ryan jryan@newhopemn.gov
March 19
1300-1700
Location: New Hope PD
Contact: Officer Jason Ryan jryan@newhopemn.gov
April 7
1300-1700
Location: Baxter PD
Contact: Sgt Matt Maier mmaier@baxtermn.gov
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) "Day Three" - 9 POST credits
This course will instruct officers on the difference between alcohol and drug impaired drivers; how they are detected and what can be expected. Officers will learn the observable signs of seven major drug categories, medical conditions that mimic drug influence, and what they will see when they encounter drivers under the influence of specific drugs. This course is a prerequisite for those attending DRE School.
This course is taught in conjunction with SFST training. If SFST is not taught immediately preceding this course, ARIDE "Stand Alone" should be the course instructed (see below).
Class Schedule
February 20
0800-1700
Location: Saint Louis County Sheriff's Office
Contact: Deputy Sean Cannon 218-336-4300 cannons@stlouiscountymn.gov
February 21
0800-1800
Location: Saint Louis Park PD
Contact: Sergeant Mark Kampa mkampa@stlouispark.org
March 19
0800-1800
Location: Benson PD
Contact: Kristin Molder 320-843-4790 kristin.molden@city.co.swift.mn.us
March 26
0800-1800
Location: Crow Wing County S.O.
Contact: Sergeant Chad Paulson chad.paulson@crowwing.us 218-515-0321
April 10
0800-1800
Location: Maple Grove Fire Department
Contact: Officer Laurel Slawson at lslawson@maplegrovemn.gov
April 15
0800-1800
Location: Fergus Falls Fire
Contact: Shannon Riggle at sriggle@co.ottertail.mn.us
ARIDE On-line - 6 POST credits
This course will instruct officers on the difference between alcohol and drug impaired drivers; how they are detected and what can be expected. Officers will learn the observable signs of seven major drug categories, medical conditions that mimic drug influence, and what they will see when they encounter drivers under the influence of specific drugs. This course may be used as ARIDE refresher.
Read the
course access instructions and
frequently asked questions.
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) "Stand Alone" 14 POST credits
This course will instruct officers on the difference between alcohol and drug impaired drivers; how they are detected and what can be expected. Officers will review the SFSTs, and will learn the observable signs of seven major drug categories, medical conditions that mimic drug influence, and what they will see when they encounter drivers under the influence of specific drugs. This course is a prerequisite for those attending DRE School.
Class Schedule
Occupant Protection Usage & Enforcement (OPUE) - 3 POST credits
This three-hour course will address seat belt, child restraint and air bag history and development. Officers will learn the engineering designs that make these safety devices an important part of motor vehicles. Officers will be guided through the specifics about these safety devices and how they are protected both when they are occupants as well as when they respond to crashes. Officers will discuss enforcement techniques and requirements.
Law Enforcement Phlebotomist - 32 POST credits
Phlebotomy is the act of drawing blood for either testing or transfusion. The purpose of this training is to prepare POST licensed law enforcement professionals to successfully obtain blood samples from DWI arrestees pursuant to Minnesota statutes. the training consists of three sections; an 8-hour online course, a 24-hour classroom section, and a clinical section that includes 50 successful blood draws at an ambulatory care site. all equipment, supplies, and housing costs are paid.
Next class August 2020
Basic Lidar Operator - 4 POST credits
This 4 hour class is broken down into two phases designed for the officer to learn basic LIDAR operation. The first phase is a 3-hour block of instruction given in a classroom environment. This gives the officer basic operator information. Phase two is conducted in the field with hands on operation of the LIDAR unit and includes operation and testing procedures.
Class Schedule
Basic Radar Operator - 4 POST credits
This class is 4 hours consisting of classroom instruction designed for the current operator to refresh their skills in basic radar operation.
Class Schedule
Commercial Motor Vehicle Training - 4 POST credits
The four-hour course offered by the Commercial Vehicle Section of the State Patrol deals with making “probable-cause (PC)” traffic stops of large commercial motor vehicles.
Minnesota’s regulatory scheme regarding CMVs can be a complicated minefield for an officer. This course provides easy-to-follow tips for wading through regulations. Course also makes it easy for officers to interact intelligently with CMVs and their drivers. It can be delivered anywhere and requires very little technical setup.
Contact:
Sergeant Kathy Marose
Minnesota State Patrol Commercial Vehicle Section
(651) 350-2013
Child Passenger Safety Training