CENTRAL ILLINOIS POLICE TRAINING CENTER
Brian Fengel, Director
Phone: (309) 690-7355
Fax: (309) 690-7359
Heather Grove: hgrove@icc.edu
Diane Schrementi: ds018b@icc.edu
Robert Pyszka: rp717@icc.edu
Non-Escalation & De-Escalation Scenario Based Training
Instructor: Dr. Michael Schlosser
February 26, 2026
8am – 4pm
Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar Hall P101, Peoria, IL
Enrollment Deadline: February 19, 2026
Course Size: Minimum –15 Maximum – 64
Course Objective
This comprehensive course offers a deep exploration of the proper use of force for officers, as well as the essential knowledge and practical skills in non-escalation and de-escalation as force alternatives.
Course Content
Participants will engage in stimulating lectures, hands-on activities, and interactive discussions, fostering a holistic under-standing of the material and its real-world implications. Officers will have the opportunity to apply their learning in practical scenarios, honing their problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
About the Instructor
Dr. Michael Schlosser retired as the Director of the Police Training Institute (PTI) at the University of Illinois. He holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Governor’s State University, a Master’s Degree in Legal Studies from the University of Illinois‐Springfield, and a Doctorate in Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana‐Champaign (2011). He retired as a Lieutenant from the Rantoul Police Department after 20 years of service. During that time, he held positions as field training officer and supervisor, detective, juvenile officer, wellness director, control tactics instructor, and canine supervisor. Dr. Schlosser has worked for PTI since 1998 and has been a full‐time instructor since his retirement in 2004. His instructor certifications include 8th Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate‐Do, Master Arrest and Control Tactics Instructor, Taser Instructor, O.C. Spray Instructor, Verbal Defense and Influence Instructor, and Certified Fitness Trainer,
Mobile In-Service Training Team#7 Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
MTU 7 request for certification of this course has been approved by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Meets the following mandatory training criteria: De-Escalation Techniques 6 hours with 5 hours Scenario based, Laws concerning stops, searches and use of force 1 hour with .50 hours Scenario based and Officer Safety Techniques 1 hour with .50 hours Scenario based
