Course Outline
Day One
Day one begins with an overview of school based policing programs
and the history of the SRO program. As the day progresses,
discussions allow for the attendee to lead the class in a
topic identified by the attendee seeking advice, additional
information, or the opportunity to share experiences with
the class. Topics addressed include School Administrator/SRO
relations, Problem Solving, Causes and Solutions for School
Violence, Dress Codes and other Crime Prevention Strategies.
Day Two
During day two, the attendee will participate in specific
crime prevention techniques designed for the educational
environment. Topics include violence cessation through
the use of peer mediation programs, youth courts, and
in depth problem solving and crime prevention techniques.
Further, a major portion of the day is spent in an overall
school safety assessment incorporating Crime Prevention
Through Environmental Design principals. Hands-on,
practical applications are utilized, as the attendee
will be required to visit a local school and complete
a comprehensive site survey of the campus. Time is
allowed for presentation preparation.
Day Three
The attendees will share their security assessments with
the group with feedback from all participants. Time is
spent examining ways the SRO can work effectively with
the media in positively promoting the SRO's assignment
within the educational environment, our respective
agencies, and critical incidents. The block of
instruction on the media is culminated in a videotaped
practical assignment. A course review takes place
before evaluations, certificates, and closing.
