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Public Safety Training

We offer continuing education for peace officers. Many courses are offered at the Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) in Camdenton, Missouri.

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Continue Your Education

Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate your career with confidence, and complete required continuing education hours in courses like: 

Missouri Blue Shield Grant Program

The PSTC delivers comprehensive continuing education and training solutions for peace officers across Missouri, and this training is eligible for the Missouri Blue Shield Program. The curriculum is updated with the latest practices, taught by industry experts to ensure that officers stay prepared and confident in this fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Contact Cody Brewington to discuss agency-specific needs, funding options, or to schedule training sessions.

Custom POST Training

Through strategic alignment with the Missouri Department of Public Safety’s Missouri Blue Shield Grant Program, the PSTC offers POST “Approved Provider” certified training to Blue Shield Counties and Cities.

The training center can customize training topics such as:

  • First-line leadership
  • Officer response to mental health crisis
  • Criminal interdiction
  • Patrol tactics
  • Officer safety
  • Investigations
  • Interview and interrogation
  • Constitutional law
  • Sovereign citizen/auditors
  • De-escalation tactics
  • Dispatch training
  • POST core requirements
  • Internal affairs
  • Civilian jailer training
  • Tactical first aid
  • And other courses, tailored to evolving operational needs

The PSTC is available to support agencies in developing eligible training proposals, aligning program selections with agency needs, and maximizing the impact of funding to enhance public safety concerns.

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We’re here to help you meet your training goals. Set a meeting with Cody Brewington to figure out the best solutions for you and/or your agency.

Upcoming Public Safety Courses

January 2026
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Corrections/Jail Management Training Course for LE & Civilians – Day 2

This training provides corrections officers with a comprehensive foundation in use-of-force principles and practical response options within the corrections environment. Participants will review the legal and policy-based framework governing use of force, while developing hands-on skills in basic defensive tactics, proper handcuffing, and inmate restraint techniques. Instruction includes the safe and effective use of the […]
20 Jan
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
MSU Public Safety Training Center
35 College St., Camdenton, MO 65020
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Corrections/Jail Management Training Course for LE & Civilians – Day 2

This training provides corrections officers with a comprehensive foundation in use-of-force principles and practical response options within the corrections environment. Participants will review the legal and policy-based framework governing use of force, while developing hands-on skills in basic defensive tactics, proper handcuffing, and inmate restraint techniques. Instruction includes the safe and effective use of the […]
20 Jan
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
MSU Public Safety Training Center
35 College St., Camdenton, MO 65020
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LEOSA Training Course

Missouri State University is your certified training provider for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) HR-218 in southern Missouri.  As a qualified retired or separated officer, you may earn your LEOSA credentials for conceal and carry after successfully completing this training. We will shoot the State mandated 50 round qualification at the firing range. To […]
24 Jan
9:00 am - 10:00 am
MSU - Hammons Student Center Firing Range
731 Bear Blvd, Springfield, MO 65897
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LEOSA Training Course

Missouri State University is your certified training provider for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) HR-218 in southern Missouri.  As a qualified retired or separated officer, you may earn your LEOSA credentials for conceal and carry after successfully completing this training. We will shoot the State mandated 50 round qualification at the firing range. To […]
24 Jan
10:00 am - 11:00 am
MSU - Hammons Student Center Firing Range
731 Bear Blvd, Springfield, MO 65897
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Field Training Officer (FTO) Development Program – 6 IP, 6 LS, 24 TS, & 4 SD

MSU in cooperation with Vista Law Enforcement Training and Consulting, LLC, has scheduled this 40-hour POST-approved training program, titled “Field Training Officer (FTO) Development Program.” This training program is presented by current and retired law enforcement personnel who are experts in field training and managing field training officer programs. Topics include: • The history and […]
26 - 30 Jan
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
MSU Public Safety Training Center
35 College St., Camdenton, MO 65020
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February 2026
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ARIDE: Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement – 16 hrs POST/CLE

This 16-hour class introduces law enforcement officers to the Drug Recognition Expert program and gives them the tools they need to recognize a drug impaired driver and understand the roles and responsibilities of a DRE. This class does not qualify an officer to be a DRE. Law enforcement officers attending this course must be proficient […]
04 - 05 Feb
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
MSU Public Safety Training Center
35 College St., Camdenton, MO 65020
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Fulfill Your POST Certification Requirements

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At the Public Safety Training Center, take advantage of:

  • Flat-rate funding.
  • Online course scheduling.
  • Unlimited basic and advanced training hours to contract partners. 

ALERRT Active Shooter Training

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Preparation is key in high stakes situations. Simulation can be a life-saving tool.

Find out more about participating in Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training.

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Agency Costs

The Public Safety Training Center offers both contract and non-contract rates for training.

Contract Rates

$250 per year, per officer.

This rate guarantees:

  • 24-hour POST continuing-education minimum.
  • Unlimited amount of training hours/courses.
  • Tracking in CLEE.

 

Some courses may require an additional equipment or service fee.

 

Non-Contract Rates

PSTC courses will be available at a per-course rate to all individuals/agencies not under a training contract.

The rate for a basic classroom course is:

  • $60 for a 4-hour course.
  • $120 for an 8-hour course.
  • $15 per hour, per attendee for courses longer than 8 hours.

Some courses may be priced above this basic rate if additional equipment or fees are accrued.

For more information or to register, contact CodyBrewington@MissouriState.edu.

About the Public Safety Training Center

At the Public Safety Training Center, we offer innovative, advanced, specialty, supervisory and training courses to keep you prepared for any situation.  We also work with teams to design training on specifically requested topics.

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The PSTC is located in Camdenton, Missouri, at 35 College St.

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