TRAINING

Since 2009, the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association has served Florida deputies by offering training to equip deputy sheriffs with the skills needed to excel in their careers.

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WORK GROUP PRESENTATION AND ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

November 6, 2024


Time:
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT
Cost: Free
Hosted by: Walton County Sheriff’s Office

Location:

Walton County Sheriff’s Office
10 Sheriff Circle
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

In today’s digital era, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been used as a tool for both good and bad. AI’s integration into the cyber domain has been a catalyst for sophisticated cybercrimes, presenting law enforcement with unprecedented challenges.

The presentation will cover the complexities of AI-enabled cybercrimes, global implications for law enforcement, diverse threats and criminal misuse.

Following the presentation, we will host a roundtable discussion on how law enforcement can support legislation, educate the public and combat the coming threats. Attendees will also be able to network with and learn more about creating an AI work group.

VALOR OFFICER RESILIENCE TRAINING

December 3-5, 2024


Time:
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. EDT
Cost: Free
Hosted by: City of Tallahassee Police Department and the Leon County Sheriff’s Office

Location:

Florida Sheriff’s Association
2617 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is pleased to offer a no-cost resilience training opportunity to police professionals.

The VALOR Officer Resilience Training Program strengthens participants’ mental and physical wellness by teaching critical mind, energy, and connection skills. Participants learn ten resilience skills to navigate adversity and thrive in the face of challenges, benefiting their personal and professional lives, and positively affecting relationships with family, colleagues, and community members. The course is taught by our cadre of culturally competent police resilience trainers.

FDSA’s First Annual Conference Coming in May 2025

May 28-30, 2025


Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Hotel
Jacksonville, FL

The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association and TacOps Tactical Training Conferences have partnered to present the Florida Law Enforcement and Tactical Operations Conference and Expo.

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