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1 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-01-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	2 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-02-2026-11-05-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/small-unmanned-aircraft-systems-drones-in-law-enforcement-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-02/ 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 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement Instructor: Chris Edwards & Chris Carrier November 2-5, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: October 26, 2026 Max 20 Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Illinois Homeland Security Advisory Council. Course Objectives- Identify the following: All state and federal laws pertaining to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS); different types of airspace; weather and weather-related conditions including cloud formations, types of fog, and wind conditions and how they play a role in the flight of a sUAS; loading and performance factors; airport and airfield standards, including left traffic patterns, METARS, TAFs, sectional charts, longitude and latitude; crew resource management, including types of attitudes, visual observers, Remote Pic, and the effects of drugs and alcohol; radio communication including 2.4 and 5 GHz, AWOS, ASOS, licensed frequencies, and CTAF; Emergency, Lost-Link, and Flyaway procedures; launch and recovery; and Plan B and C. ✓ Perform the procedures for: Vertical takeoff and landing, basic flight maneuvers, recording video, taking still images, autonomous flights, pre-flight and maintenance, equipment replacement, record-keeping, pre- and post-flight inspection, and logbook maintenance. ✓ Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to test for and earn the FAA certification for sUAS Operator. ✓ Understand the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act. This training will introduce officers to the use of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), commonly called “drones”, for both evidence collection and search operations. The course will cover all aspects of UAS operations, including preparations for the mandatory FAA Part 107 licensing. It will include information on the necessary waiver to fly in populated areas and night operation of drones. Hands-on experience with full-sized drones will give officers the confidence and ability to operate in a safe manner. Evidence collections in both photo and video format will be addressed, as well as the legal aspects of how to handle and store this information, as it differs from standard photo/video collection rules. Finally, the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act, ILCS 725/167 will be discussed to provide officers and their departments with a clear understanding about operating drones within the con-fines of the law, including the mandate to inform the State about maintenance and flight operations. Upon completion of this course, attendees will possess the knowledge to successfully take and pass their Part 107 FAA pilot’s exam to become a licensed pilot. They will also be able to assist in creating proper departmental policies and procedures for operating drones. Flight location will be a location to be determined. The FAA Part 107 exam is not part of the course. The exam must be taken at an FAA approved testing center. Cost of the Unmanned Aircraft General exam is currently $175.00 See attached for the training centers – https://ciptc-mtu7.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FAA-Testing-Centers.pdf Equipment Needed Please bring a fully charged laptop Officers who wish to learn to fly their agency’s sUAS may bring it to class, with a minimum of two batteries, although there will be UAS’s provided by the instructor for the pilot training part of the class. About the Instructor: Chris Edwards, Associate Professor at Rend Lake College, the primary instructor for this class, holds an AAS degree in Information Technology from Rend Lake College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity from Liberty University. He is a licensed as a Remote Pilot by the FAA. Chris teaches in the Information Technology Division at Rend Lake, with an emphasis on Cybersecurity and Computer Forensics. He has developed the sUAS curriculum for the college. Chris has taught a related series of courses for over three3 years and has added several other courses to the curriculum. Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1 hour, Const. Use of LE Authority 4 hours, Legal Updates 1 hour, Procedural Justice 1 hour, Officer safety techniques, including cover, concealment and time 1 hour FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-02-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	3 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-03-2026-11-05-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/small-unmanned-aircraft-systems-drones-in-law-enforcement-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-02/ 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 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement Instructor: Chris Edwards & Chris Carrier November 2-5, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: October 26, 2026 Max 20 Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Illinois Homeland Security Advisory Council. Course Objectives- Identify the following: All state and federal laws pertaining to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS); different types of airspace; weather and weather-related conditions including cloud formations, types of fog, and wind conditions and how they play a role in the flight of a sUAS; loading and performance factors; airport and airfield standards, including left traffic patterns, METARS, TAFs, sectional charts, longitude and latitude; crew resource management, including types of attitudes, visual observers, Remote Pic, and the effects of drugs and alcohol; radio communication including 2.4 and 5 GHz, AWOS, ASOS, licensed frequencies, and CTAF; Emergency, Lost-Link, and Flyaway procedures; launch and recovery; and Plan B and C. ✓ Perform the procedures for: Vertical takeoff and landing, basic flight maneuvers, recording video, taking still images, autonomous flights, pre-flight and maintenance, equipment replacement, record-keeping, pre- and post-flight inspection, and logbook maintenance. ✓ Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to test for and earn the FAA certification for sUAS Operator. ✓ Understand the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act. This training will introduce officers to the use of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), commonly called “drones”, for both evidence collection and search operations. The course will cover all aspects of UAS operations, including preparations for the mandatory FAA Part 107 licensing. It will include information on the necessary waiver to fly in populated areas and night operation of drones. Hands-on experience with full-sized drones will give officers the confidence and ability to operate in a safe manner. Evidence collections in both photo and video format will be addressed, as well as the legal aspects of how to handle and store this information, as it differs from standard photo/video collection rules. Finally, the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act, ILCS 725/167 will be discussed to provide officers and their departments with a clear understanding about operating drones within the con-fines of the law, including the mandate to inform the State about maintenance and flight operations. Upon completion of this course, attendees will possess the knowledge to successfully take and pass their Part 107 FAA pilot’s exam to become a licensed pilot. They will also be able to assist in creating proper departmental policies and procedures for operating drones. Flight location will be a location to be determined. The FAA Part 107 exam is not part of the course. The exam must be taken at an FAA approved testing center. Cost of the Unmanned Aircraft General exam is currently $175.00 See attached for the training centers – https://ciptc-mtu7.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FAA-Testing-Centers.pdf Equipment Needed Please bring a fully charged laptop Officers who wish to learn to fly their agency’s sUAS may bring it to class, with a minimum of two batteries, although there will be UAS’s provided by the instructor for the pilot training part of the class. About the Instructor: Chris Edwards, Associate Professor at Rend Lake College, the primary instructor for this class, holds an AAS degree in Information Technology from Rend Lake College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity from Liberty University. He is a licensed as a Remote Pilot by the FAA. Chris teaches in the Information Technology Division at Rend Lake, with an emphasis on Cybersecurity and Computer Forensics. He has developed the sUAS curriculum for the college. Chris has taught a related series of courses for over three3 years and has added several other courses to the curriculum. Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1 hour, Const. Use of LE Authority 4 hours, Legal Updates 1 hour, Procedural Justice 1 hour, Officer safety techniques, including cover, concealment and time 1 hour FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-03-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	4 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-04-2026-11-05-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/small-unmanned-aircraft-systems-drones-in-law-enforcement-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-02/ 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 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement Instructor: Chris Edwards & Chris Carrier November 2-5, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: October 26, 2026 Max 20 Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Illinois Homeland Security Advisory Council. Course Objectives- Identify the following: All state and federal laws pertaining to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS); different types of airspace; weather and weather-related conditions including cloud formations, types of fog, and wind conditions and how they play a role in the flight of a sUAS; loading and performance factors; airport and airfield standards, including left traffic patterns, METARS, TAFs, sectional charts, longitude and latitude; crew resource management, including types of attitudes, visual observers, Remote Pic, and the effects of drugs and alcohol; radio communication including 2.4 and 5 GHz, AWOS, ASOS, licensed frequencies, and CTAF; Emergency, Lost-Link, and Flyaway procedures; launch and recovery; and Plan B and C. ✓ Perform the procedures for: Vertical takeoff and landing, basic flight maneuvers, recording video, taking still images, autonomous flights, pre-flight and maintenance, equipment replacement, record-keeping, pre- and post-flight inspection, and logbook maintenance. ✓ Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to test for and earn the FAA certification for sUAS Operator. ✓ Understand the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act. This training will introduce officers to the use of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), commonly called “drones”, for both evidence collection and search operations. The course will cover all aspects of UAS operations, including preparations for the mandatory FAA Part 107 licensing. It will include information on the necessary waiver to fly in populated areas and night operation of drones. Hands-on experience with full-sized drones will give officers the confidence and ability to operate in a safe manner. Evidence collections in both photo and video format will be addressed, as well as the legal aspects of how to handle and store this information, as it differs from standard photo/video collection rules. Finally, the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act, ILCS 725/167 will be discussed to provide officers and their departments with a clear understanding about operating drones within the con-fines of the law, including the mandate to inform the State about maintenance and flight operations. Upon completion of this course, attendees will possess the knowledge to successfully take and pass their Part 107 FAA pilot’s exam to become a licensed pilot. They will also be able to assist in creating proper departmental policies and procedures for operating drones. Flight location will be a location to be determined. The FAA Part 107 exam is not part of the course. The exam must be taken at an FAA approved testing center. Cost of the Unmanned Aircraft General exam is currently $175.00 See attached for the training centers – https://ciptc-mtu7.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FAA-Testing-Centers.pdf Equipment Needed Please bring a fully charged laptop Officers who wish to learn to fly their agency’s sUAS may bring it to class, with a minimum of two batteries, although there will be UAS’s provided by the instructor for the pilot training part of the class. About the Instructor: Chris Edwards, Associate Professor at Rend Lake College, the primary instructor for this class, holds an AAS degree in Information Technology from Rend Lake College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity from Liberty University. He is a licensed as a Remote Pilot by the FAA. Chris teaches in the Information Technology Division at Rend Lake, with an emphasis on Cybersecurity and Computer Forensics. He has developed the sUAS curriculum for the college. Chris has taught a related series of courses for over three3 years and has added several other courses to the curriculum. Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1 hour, Const. Use of LE Authority 4 hours, Legal Updates 1 hour, Procedural Justice 1 hour, Officer safety techniques, including cover, concealment and time 1 hour FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-04-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	5 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-05-2026-11-05-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/small-unmanned-aircraft-systems-drones-in-law-enforcement-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-02/ 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 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (DRONES) in Law Enforcement Instructor: Chris Edwards & Chris Carrier November 2-5, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: October 26, 2026 Max 20 Funding provided in whole or in part by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, Illinois Homeland Security Advisory Council. Course Objectives- Identify the following: All state and federal laws pertaining to Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS); different types of airspace; weather and weather-related conditions including cloud formations, types of fog, and wind conditions and how they play a role in the flight of a sUAS; loading and performance factors; airport and airfield standards, including left traffic patterns, METARS, TAFs, sectional charts, longitude and latitude; crew resource management, including types of attitudes, visual observers, Remote Pic, and the effects of drugs and alcohol; radio communication including 2.4 and 5 GHz, AWOS, ASOS, licensed frequencies, and CTAF; Emergency, Lost-Link, and Flyaway procedures; launch and recovery; and Plan B and C. ✓ Perform the procedures for: Vertical takeoff and landing, basic flight maneuvers, recording video, taking still images, autonomous flights, pre-flight and maintenance, equipment replacement, record-keeping, pre- and post-flight inspection, and logbook maintenance. ✓ Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to test for and earn the FAA certification for sUAS Operator. ✓ Understand the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act. This training will introduce officers to the use of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), commonly called “drones”, for both evidence collection and search operations. The course will cover all aspects of UAS operations, including preparations for the mandatory FAA Part 107 licensing. It will include information on the necessary waiver to fly in populated areas and night operation of drones. Hands-on experience with full-sized drones will give officers the confidence and ability to operate in a safe manner. Evidence collections in both photo and video format will be addressed, as well as the legal aspects of how to handle and store this information, as it differs from standard photo/video collection rules. Finally, the Freedom from Drone Surveillance Act, ILCS 725/167 will be discussed to provide officers and their departments with a clear understanding about operating drones within the con-fines of the law, including the mandate to inform the State about maintenance and flight operations. Upon completion of this course, attendees will possess the knowledge to successfully take and pass their Part 107 FAA pilot’s exam to become a licensed pilot. They will also be able to assist in creating proper departmental policies and procedures for operating drones. Flight location will be a location to be determined. The FAA Part 107 exam is not part of the course. The exam must be taken at an FAA approved testing center. Cost of the Unmanned Aircraft General exam is currently $175.00 See attached for the training centers – https://ciptc-mtu7.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/FAA-Testing-Centers.pdf Equipment Needed Please bring a fully charged laptop Officers who wish to learn to fly their agency’s sUAS may bring it to class, with a minimum of two batteries, although there will be UAS’s provided by the instructor for the pilot training part of the class. About the Instructor: Chris Edwards, Associate Professor at Rend Lake College, the primary instructor for this class, holds an AAS degree in Information Technology from Rend Lake College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity from Liberty University. He is a licensed as a Remote Pilot by the FAA. Chris teaches in the Information Technology Division at Rend Lake, with an emphasis on Cybersecurity and Computer Forensics. He has developed the sUAS curriculum for the college. Chris has taught a related series of courses for over three3 years and has added several other courses to the curriculum. Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1 hour, Const. Use of LE Authority 4 hours, Legal Updates 1 hour, Procedural Justice 1 hour, Officer safety techniques, including cover, concealment and time 1 hour FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-05-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	6 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-06-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	7 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-07-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.
8 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-08-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	9 Gang Combat Dynamics – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Gang Combat Dynamics – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-09-2026-11-10-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/gang-combat-dynamics-ciptc-poplar-p101-peoria-il/2026-11-09/ 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 Gang Combat Dynamics Instructor: Dom Cappelluti, Public Grants & Training Initiatives November 9-10, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, Poplar P101, Peoria Enrollment Deadline: November 2, 206 Course Size: Min 15, Max 64 Course Overview The focus of this course is to provide law enforcement personnel with specialized training that will assist in developing the knowledge and skill level needed to effectively and professionally combat today’s most dangerous street gangs. This 16-hour (2-day) course will provide strategies to vigorously target, investigate, interview/interrogate, prosecute and prevent resurgence of criminal street gangs. Course Goals Understanding today’s gang alliances and their growing social network Gangs in schools Effective street interviewing Conducting gang investigations- graffiti to homicide Being successful in the interview- getting confessions from gang members Strategize your follow up attack- eradication strategies About the Instructor CFI, is a veteran detective with the Waukegan (Illinois) Police Department and a former Group Supervisor of the elite Lake County, IL Major Crime Task Force. With over 24 years of experience Dom has specialized in high profile violent street crimes, gang homicides, murder for hire cases on gang and drug officers and officer involved shootings. During his career, he has worked in various divisions, and avidly supervised the Criminal Investigations Bureau and the Gang Suppression Unit. Dom has proudly conducted and directed hundreds of gang and drug related operations throughout Lake County, Cook County and the Chicago metropolitan area targeting Chicago based street gangs. He is fluent in Spanish and Italian and has successfully conducted thousands of interviews and interrogations in Spanish with gang members from various gangs. 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: Civil Rights 4 hours; Const and Proper Use of LE Authority 8 hours; Procedural Justice 4 hours and Specialized Training 16 Hours Immediate Trauma Care for End Users – Peru PD Immediate Trauma Care for End Users – Peru PD Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-09-2026 Peru Police Department Training Room 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/immediate-trauma-care-for-end-users-peru-pd/2026-11-09/ 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 Immediate Trauma Care End User Instructor: Beacon Training Group November 9, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Peru PD, 2650 N. Peoria Street, Peru, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 2, 2026 Course Size: Minimum – 12 Maximum – 20 Course Objective This one day, 8 hour program has been designed by the Beacon Training Group to introduce first responders to life saving/sustaining immediate trauma care practices and equipment. Course Content This program is designed to provide first responders with the skills and knowledge to treat and survive traumatic injuries which will include but are not limited to: severe bleeding, amputations, penetrating injuries, upper chest injuries, other airway injuries, etc… Students will be provided with an explanation of human anatomy and how it relates to traumatic injuries. Instructors will then demonstrate proper practices and techniques to treat serious injuries with manufactured and improvised equipment. Students will learn and practice the proper use and limitations of tourniquets, wound packing, pressure points, pressure dressings, airway management, and occlusive dressings. About the Instructor’s Andrew Cimonetti United States Marine Corps Combat Veteran and decorated Staff Non-Commissioned Officer who has served three tours to Afghanistan as an Operator and Assistant Element Leader in the Marine Corps Special Operation Command (MARSOC). Mr. Cimonetti has been in law enforcement for over 8 years and is currently serving his department as a Patrol Officer as well as a firearms and tactics instructor. Mr. Cimonetti recently separated from a large multi-jurisdictional SWAT team in south suburbs of Chicago where he operated as a SWAT School Instructor, Entry Team Leader, and Training Coordinator . Mr. Cimonetti has used his extensive Combat experience to create Beacon Training Group LLC. Through Beacon Mr. Cimonetti develops and implements training to first responders, Schools, places of worship, and local businesses, which include Immediate Trauma Care (ITC), Rapid Deployment, Rescue Task Force, Command and Control, and Escape, Barricade, Resist, and Survive (EBRS) program to increase the safety and security of schools, daycares, business, places of worship, and anywhere people can gather. Mr. Cimonetti holds multiple instructor certifications in active response to threats and has conducted multiple large scale training scenarios with Tele communicators, police departments, fire departments, and schools. Mr. Cimonetti is a sound instructor and proven leader. Mr. Cimonetti has a passion for developing individuals to exceed “normal” and achieve their full potential. Robert Jones Robert Jones is a Lieutenant from a Central Illinois police department who serves as a shift commander and training coordinator. He has been in law enforcement for 15 years serving in various roles such as a K9 handler and attached to the multijurisdictional SWAT team. He is an instructor for many facets of law enforcement, ranging from master firearm instruction to rapid response instruction. Robert believes training officers in life-saving medical techniques should be routed in data and experience, leading himself and the Beacon Training Group to review and update the course consistently. 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: Emergency Medical Response Training and Certification 7 hours and Procedural Justice .50 hours FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-09-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	10 Gang Combat Dynamics – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Gang Combat Dynamics – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-10-2026-11-10-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/gang-combat-dynamics-ciptc-poplar-p101-peoria-il/2026-11-09/ 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 Gang Combat Dynamics Instructor: Dom Cappelluti, Public Grants & Training Initiatives November 9-10, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, Poplar P101, Peoria Enrollment Deadline: November 2, 206 Course Size: Min 15, Max 64 Course Overview The focus of this course is to provide law enforcement personnel with specialized training that will assist in developing the knowledge and skill level needed to effectively and professionally combat today’s most dangerous street gangs. This 16-hour (2-day) course will provide strategies to vigorously target, investigate, interview/interrogate, prosecute and prevent resurgence of criminal street gangs. Course Goals Understanding today’s gang alliances and their growing social network Gangs in schools Effective street interviewing Conducting gang investigations- graffiti to homicide Being successful in the interview- getting confessions from gang members Strategize your follow up attack- eradication strategies About the Instructor CFI, is a veteran detective with the Waukegan (Illinois) Police Department and a former Group Supervisor of the elite Lake County, IL Major Crime Task Force. With over 24 years of experience Dom has specialized in high profile violent street crimes, gang homicides, murder for hire cases on gang and drug officers and officer involved shootings. During his career, he has worked in various divisions, and avidly supervised the Criminal Investigations Bureau and the Gang Suppression Unit. Dom has proudly conducted and directed hundreds of gang and drug related operations throughout Lake County, Cook County and the Chicago metropolitan area targeting Chicago based street gangs. He is fluent in Spanish and Italian and has successfully conducted thousands of interviews and interrogations in Spanish with gang members from various gangs. 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: Civil Rights 4 hours; Const and Proper Use of LE Authority 8 hours; Procedural Justice 4 hours and Specialized Training 16 Hours FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-10-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	11 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-11-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	12 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-12-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	13 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-13-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	14 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-14-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.
15 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-15-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	16 Death Investigations – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Death Investigations – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-16-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/death-investigations-ciptc-poplar-p101-peoria-il/2026-11-16/ 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 Death Investigation Instructor: Kiersten Reif November 16, 2026 8am – 5pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. Univeristy, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 14, 2026 Course Size: Minimum –15 Maximum – 20 Course Objective This 8-hour training course was designed to familiarize officers with various aspects of death investigations from scene response through case closure. Course Content In Death Investigations, patrol officers and detectives will gain a comprehensive understanding of their roles in death investigations. Instruction includes a focus on collaborating with jurisdictional death investigation agencies, recognizing common causes of death, processing scenes based on various situational factors, and documenting and preserving critical evidence. Review of case studies will encourage critical thinking regarding application of basic investigation techniques and evidence technician skills. Other topics include attendance at autopsies, the process of a coroner’s inquest, report writing, and making notification. COURSE GOALS: This course aims to accomplish the following student objectives: Understand the fundamentals of a complete and thorough death investigation from initial arrival at the scene through case closure. Learn and retain the basic tasks involved in a death investigation including handling of evidence, collecting relevant case information from various sources, working with decedent families, and collaborating with death investigation agencies. Recognize the importance and value of working with their jurisdiction’s death investigation agency including post-scene follow up and obtaining autopsy and toxicological evidence. Know the various and unique steps involved in a death investigation based on initial observations and suspected manner of death. Obtain the skills necessary for performing an on-scene body examination to ensure an accurate cause and manner of death are established. Learn the best practices of working with next of kin including making notification, providing resources, and following up after initial contact. 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: Const. Use of LE Authority .50 hours; Human Rights .50 hours; Leal Update .50h ours; Procedural Justice 2.50 hours and Specialized Training: Lead Homicide Investigator 8 hours FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-16-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	17 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-17-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	18 Detective Boot Camp – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Detective Boot Camp – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-18-2026-11-19-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/detective-boot-camp-ciptc-poplar-p101-peoria-il/2026-11-18/ 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 Detective Boot Camp Instructor: Lou Tessman November 18-19, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 11, 2026 Course Size: Max 64 Course Description This 2-day class is for both the new and experienced detectives. It provides a comprehensive review of the skill set needed to be an effective criminal investigator. A successful criminal prosecution starts with a thorough investigation. Your experienced instructor will lead the participants through the steps of an investigation by reviewing case studies and actual crime investigations. Along with the practical approach, investigative techniques that build the foundation of most investigations will be reviewed. The objective is to prepare the participant to be able to apply these skills in the field immediately. Topics Command of Crime Scene Preservation of evidence Case Management Resources Warrants Debriefing Witnesses Search & Seizure Fourth & Fifth amendment issues Defining and addressing implicit bias About the Instructor CFI retired from the Waukegan (Illinois) Police Department after 23 years of service in a wide variety of assignments, including patrol, investigations, training, and ultimately Deputy Chief of Police. Lou is a 26-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, retiring as a CWO-4. In addition to his service in Vietnam he was activated for Desert Storm and Desert Shield and has received numerous military awards including the Naval Commendation Medal. Lou began his career as a police officer with the City of Waukegan assigned to the patrol division. He was later assigned to the detective bureau for nine years and as a juvenile officer for one year. Lou also served as the Commander of the elite Lake County Major Crime Task Force. The task force works on major criminal investigations relating to homicides, kidnappings, and police-involved shootings. During his career, he has conducted thousands of interviews and interrogations. Most noteworthy, Lou has obtained over 80 homicide confessions during his career with only three instances where he was unable to obtain a confession from the homicide suspect. 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: Civil Rights 5 hours: Const. Use of LE Authorly 1 hour; Cultural Competency .50 hours, Human Rights 1 hour; Officer Wellness/Mental Health .50 hours and Procedural Justice 3.50 hours. Specialized Training: Lead Homicide Investigator 16 hours FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-18-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	19 Breath Analysis Operator Training- Peru PD, Peru, IL Breath Analysis Operator Training- Peru PD, Peru, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-19-2026 Peru Police Department Training Room 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/breath-analysis-operator-training-peru-pd-peru-il-2/2026-11-19/ 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 Breath Analysis Operator Training Instructor: Illinois State Police November 19, 2026 8am- 5pm Class will meet at: Peru PD, 2650 North Peoria Street, Peru, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 12, 2026 Course Size: Maximum – 25 This class is funded through the Police Traffic Services Training Project along with Illinois Department of Traffic Safety and the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board The BAO license is good for 3 years. Re-certification is a 30-minute on-line course through your OneNet account. If you do not have a One Net Account you will be issued one the day of the class. Course Content This course prepares law enforcement officers for certification and licensing as Illinois Breath Test Operators. Instruction for this course includes: – Detailed discussions on drinking driver enforcement – Pharmacological effects of alcohol – Legal matters relating to drinking driver enforcement (including implied consent and case presentation for court) – Operation and function of breath testing equipment approved for use in Illinois – Laboratory training in the use of breath alcohol testing equipment This course will be taught by Instructors from the Illinois State Police. Students who successfully complete the course and pass the exam will be state certified Breath Alcohol Operators (BAO). Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1 hour; Const. Use of LE Authority 1 hour; Legal Updates 2 hours; and Procedural Justice 2 hours Detective Boot Camp – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Detective Boot Camp – CIPTC, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 11-19-2026-11-19-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/detective-boot-camp-ciptc-poplar-p101-peoria-il/2026-11-18/ 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 Detective Boot Camp Instructor: Lou Tessman November 18-19, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 11, 2026 Course Size: Max 64 Course Description This 2-day class is for both the new and experienced detectives. It provides a comprehensive review of the skill set needed to be an effective criminal investigator. A successful criminal prosecution starts with a thorough investigation. Your experienced instructor will lead the participants through the steps of an investigation by reviewing case studies and actual crime investigations. Along with the practical approach, investigative techniques that build the foundation of most investigations will be reviewed. The objective is to prepare the participant to be able to apply these skills in the field immediately. Topics Command of Crime Scene Preservation of evidence Case Management Resources Warrants Debriefing Witnesses Search & Seizure Fourth & Fifth amendment issues Defining and addressing implicit bias About the Instructor CFI retired from the Waukegan (Illinois) Police Department after 23 years of service in a wide variety of assignments, including patrol, investigations, training, and ultimately Deputy Chief of Police. Lou is a 26-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, retiring as a CWO-4. In addition to his service in Vietnam he was activated for Desert Storm and Desert Shield and has received numerous military awards including the Naval Commendation Medal. Lou began his career as a police officer with the City of Waukegan assigned to the patrol division. He was later assigned to the detective bureau for nine years and as a juvenile officer for one year. Lou also served as the Commander of the elite Lake County Major Crime Task Force. The task force works on major criminal investigations relating to homicides, kidnappings, and police-involved shootings. During his career, he has conducted thousands of interviews and interrogations. Most noteworthy, Lou has obtained over 80 homicide confessions during his career with only three instances where he was unable to obtain a confession from the homicide suspect. 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: Civil Rights 5 hours: Const. Use of LE Authorly 1 hour; Cultural Competency .50 hours, Human Rights 1 hour; Officer Wellness/Mental Health .50 hours and Procedural Justice 3.50 hours. Specialized Training: Lead Homicide Investigator 16 hours FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-19-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	20 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-20-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	21 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-21-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.
22 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-22-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	23 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-23-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	24 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-24-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	25 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-25-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	26 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-26-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	27 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-27-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	28 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-28-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.
29 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-29-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	30 ILETSB – School Resource Officer Training – Peru PD, Peru, IL ILETSB – School Resource Officer Training – Peru PD, Peru, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-30-2026-12-04-2026 Peru Police Department Training Room 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 2650 North Peoria Street Peru, IL 61354 https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/iletsb-school-resource-officer-training-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-30/ 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 ILETSB – School Resource Officer Training Instructor: Danielle Butts and Team November 30-December 4, 2026 8am – 5pm Class will meet at: Peru PD, 2650 Peoria Street, Peru, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 23, 2026 Course Size: Minimum –5 Maximum – 20 Please bring a fully charged laptop, all handouts will be given to students on a thumb drive. Course Objective This 5-day, 40-hour program has been designed by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board to provide students with the required training in use of police personnel within the school setting in accordance with SB 2925 (PA 100-984). SROs must be police officers of law enforcement agencies who are to serve within a school setting pursuant to a memorandum of understanding between the employing law enforcement agency and a school district within the agency’s jurisdiction. Any officer serving in this role as of January 1, 2021 must have a special certification issued by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (“Board”). Such officers must have attended a special training, or attained a waiver by the Board, before they can serve in this role. To be eligible for this special certificate, a full-time Illinois law enforcement officer must have been actively employed in a law enforcement position within the state for at least three years (five years for part-time officers) before enrolling in the course or requesting a waiver. Each such officer must also be of sound character, free of disciplinary concerns, and open to working with minors. Course Content Topics discussed will include: Day One: Juvenile Considerations / Adolescent Development & the Teen / Due Process / Interrogating Juvenile Suspects / Interviewing Juvenile Witnesses Day Two: Intro to Juvenile Law & Juvenile Court Act / Detention of Juveniles / Rights of Parents / School Law / Roles of SRO / Developing Relationships with diverse students Day Three: School Structure and Hierarchy / School Safety & Design / Student Communication / Understanding special youth considerations disabilities Day Four: Special Needs / Overview of Criminal Activity in Schools / Law Enforcement Action in schools / Intro to School Threat Response and Case Study Review / Role of SRO in Active Threat / Recognizing Active Threat Day Five: SWAT, Tactical, School Safety & SWAT Officers / Tactical Maneuvering on school grounds: solo/group responses, clear classrooms, response to threat / Post Event Considerations / Threat Response Scenario Trainings Successful completion and attendance of the course, including passing the exam, is required to be State Certified. Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil Rights 1.50 hours, Const. Use of LE Authority 1.00, Crisis Intervention 4 hours, Cultural Competency 2.50 hours, Human Rights .50 hours, Legal Updates 3.00 hours, Officer Wellness/Mental Heal 1 hour, Procedural Justice 7.00 hours, Psychology of Domestic Violence .50 hours, Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect .50 hours, De-Escalation 3 hours with 2.50 hours of Scenario Based, Laws Concerning stops, searches and use of force, 1 hour and Officer Safety Techniques 3 hours with 2.50 hour Scenario Based SPECIALIZED Training; Active Threat Response 7 hours, with 6 hour of Scenario Based, Juvenile Law 6 hours, and Officer & Youth Interaction 8 hours. ILETSB: Law and Order A 40-hour Lead Homicide Investigator – CIPTC, Peoria, IL ILETSB: Law and Order A 40-hour Lead Homicide Investigator – CIPTC, Peoria, IL Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-30-2026-12-04-2026 Central Illinois Police Training Center Poplar Hall P101 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA 5407 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/iletsb-law-and-order-a-40-hour-lead-homicide-investigator-certification-class-peru-pd-peru-il/2026-11-30/ 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 ILETSB: Law and Order A 40-hour Lead Homicide Investigator Certification Class Instructor: Lou Tessman and Jeff Pavletic (Public Grants & Training Initiatives) November 30 – December 4, 2026 8am – 5pm Class will meet at: CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar P101, Peoria, IL Enrollment Deadline: November 23, 2026 Course Size: Maximum – 50 Course Objective This certification training program features interactive lectures and discussions of actual case histories, videos, and laws specific to homicide investigations. This comprehensive seminar provides instruction in conducting investigations and prosecuting death cases from the start of the investigation, through evidence collection, suspect interviews, press conferences, trial testimony, and ultimately conviction. This class uses a combination of actual homicide case studies so participants work through a case from the beginning, through case closure. The training provides participants the techniques and structure to lead a professional and lawful investigation. Each participant will receive an outline book and handouts supporting teaching points for the five-day program. Course Content Types of Death Death/Homicide Investigative Techniques Crime Scene Management Investigative Resources Crime Profiling Witness Interview/Offender Interviews and Death Notifications Investigative Partnerships The Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act: 725 ILCS 120 Lead Homicide Legal Issues Mobile In-Service Training Team # 7 Illinois 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: Civil rights 1 hour, Const. Use of LE Authority, 8.5 hours, Cultural Competency .50 hours, Human Rights .50 hours, Legal Update 8 hours, Officer Wellness/Mental Health .5 hours, Procedural Justice 10 hours, Psychology of Domestic Violence .50 hours Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect .50 hours and 40 hours of Continuing Education – Lead Homicide Investigator FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course – Tazewell County SO Range Mandate Criteria 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 11-30-2026-08-11-2027 Tazewell County SO Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont, IL https://www.ciptc-mtu7.com/event/focus-handgun-mounted-red-dot-optic-instructor-course-tazewell-county-so-range/2026-08-10/ 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 FOCUS™ – Handgun Mounted Red Dot Optic Instructor Course Instructor: Al Bello August 10-11, 2026 8am – 4pm Class will meet at: Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Range 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont IL Enrollment Deadline: August 3, 206 Course Size: 30 Max Course Objective FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course– This course is strictly for law enforcement and military personnel. With the emerging importance of red-dot sight systems in tactical environments, understanding and mastering this technology is paramount. In addition to this, as a firearms instructor, you MUST know how to teach this to personnel within your agency. The FOCUS™ Red-Dot Handgun Instructor Course is an advanced training program tailored specifically for those looking to educate others in the tactical and proficient use of red-dot sights on handguns. This course delves deep into the methodology, mechanics, and teaching techniques, empowering participants to instruct with confidence, precision, and clarity. Shooters will be taught how to mount optics, test them for function, and maintain them. Live fire drills will focus on draw stroke, trigger control, and consistently finding and tracking the dot under recoil. Grip, stance, dot movement, and confirmation of the dot on target will also be taught and drilled. All live fire shooting will be run in the coach/shooter format. Requirements: – Any weapons brought to the training MUST already have the red-dot optic installed by a qualified armorer. –Must be a Certified Firearms Instructor, either through ILETSB, POST, other police training group, or military training school. -RDS Pistol with optic-height iron sights, Duty belt with CORRECT holster for gun, 3 magazines minimum. -800 rds. of range ammo. -Eye and Ear Protection. -Note taking material. To include a sharpie, to be carried on person. -Body Armor. 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: 9.50 hours De-Escalation with 5.00 hours of scenario base and 1 hour: Officer Safety techniques with 1 hour scenario based.	December	December	December	December	December

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