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
Dignitary-Witness Protection Course
Instructor: Ron Yanor
October 26-30, 2026
8am – 5pm
Class will meet at:
October 26-27, 2026 Tazewell County Range, 21302 Illinois Route 9, Tremont
October 28-30, 2026 – CIPTC, ICC Peoria Campus, 5407 N. University, Poplar Hall P101, Peoria
Enrollment Deadline: October 19, 2026
Course Size: Maximum 18
Course Objective
Join us for a comprehensive five-day training program designed to equip participants with the essential skills required to execute close protection procedures, whether operating as a single protection officer or as part of a full team. Throughout the course, participants will delve into core topics such as attack on principal drills, formation and tasks coordination, arrival and departure protocols, meticulous planning and surveys, and specialized motorcade driving techniques. The training culminates with a dynamic Full Scale Training Exercise (FTX) conducted in a public setting, providing invaluable real-world experience. Led by a seasoned instructor, the techniques and procedures presented in this training program are derived from end-user courses tailored for operational teams, ensuring relevance and practical application in the field. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your close protection capabilities and advance your career in security operations.
What to bring:
Student Pack List
- Eye & Ear Pro
- Pistol with Mags [full size or compact – no micro]
- Concealable Dominant Side Holster IWB or OWB
- Ammo – 250 rds
- Light cover garment for concealed carry
- Business Casual attire for Thursday
- Suit or Sport Coat Slacks for Friday [open collar]
- Laptop with PPT recommended
About the Instructor
Certified Instructor Ron Yanor is a distinguished Certified Instructor with an extensive background in law enforcement and military tactics. With a career spanning over four decades, Yanor has honed his expertise across a broad spectrum of specialized areas, earning recognition for his contributions to training and operational excellence.
Certifications: Yanor holds certifications in an array of critical disciplines, including Basic CQB/SWAT, Advanced CQB/SWAT, Dignitary & Witness Protection, Sniper/Observer, and Patrol Rifle Instructor Development, among others. His comprehensive skill set encompasses areas such as Less Lethal Munitions, Building Search Tactics, and Combat Shotgun operations.
ILETSB Certified Courses: He has played a pivotal role in developing and instructing courses accredited by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board (ILETSB). Notable among these are Basic and Advanced CQB/SWAT, Sniper/Observer, and Patrol Rifle Instructor Development, demonstrating his commitment to fostering excellence in law enforcement training.
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 1 hours, Procedural Justice 8 hours; De-Escalation 18.50 hours with 18 hours scenario based; Laws concerning stops, search and the use of force 1 hour Officer Safety techniques, including cover, concealment and time 4.50 hours with 4.50 hours scenario based.
