Training Catalog

The Training Catalog reflects current courses offered by Facility Training and Compliance System. For each course, you may view a list of available training and request enrollment for any future events.
TrainingDescriptionActionsAction Stack
LS/CMI Transition Needs Assessment (Level of Service Case Management Inventory) LS/CMI Transition Needs Assessment
The transition needs assessment was designed using information from parole and the National Institute of Corrections (NIC)
and it’s Offender Workforce Development Specialist (OWDS) program.  The categories on the tool are aligned with the LSCMI
(Level of Service Case Management Inventory). Each of the facilitators from TRICOR are OWDS certified and work directly with
individuals who are preparing for reentry.

During the class, participants will learn about Motivational Interviewing Techniques, how to use the O’Net profiler and
how to utilize the assessment to support success reentry. Statewide resources will also be provided attendees.
No Classes Available
2025 BASIC TRAINING The introductory training for Correctional Officers provided by TCI which prepares a jail employee with the general and specific knowledge about the detention of prisoners in a local facility. A Correctional Officer must complete this course within 12 months of hire date, per Minimum Standard 1400-1-.03 (2).
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Anderson County 2/10/2025 Class Starts 0830am Anderson County Detention Facility 02/10/2025 - 02/13/2025
Anderson County 11/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Anderson County Detention Facility 11/17/2025 - 11/20/2025
Bradley County 1/13/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bradley County Sheriff's Department 01/13/2025 - 01/16/2025
Cheatham County 5/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am David McCullough Community Room 05/19/2025 - 05/23/2025
Claiborne County 10/6/2025 Class Starts 0830am Claiborne County Justice Center 10/06/2025 - 10/09/2025
Cumberland County 7/22/2025 Class Starts 0830am Cumberland County Justice Center 07/22/2025 - 07/25/2025
Cumberland County 11/4/2025 Class Starts 0830am Cumberland County Justice Center 11/04/2025 - 11/07/2025
Decatur County 5/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Decatur County Sheriff's Office 05/12/2025 - 05/15/2025
Dickson County 9/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Dickson County EMA 09/08/2025 - 09/11/2025
Fayette County 8/4/2025 Class Starts 0830am Fayette County Sheriff's Office 08/04/2025 - 08/07/2025
Franklin County 4/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Franklin County Finance Dept 04/08/2025 - 04/11/2025
Germantown PD 6/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am Germantown Police Department 06/23/2025 - 06/26/2025
Gibson County 1/13/2025 Class Starts 0830am Emergency Complex 01/13/2025 - 01/16/2025
Giles County 8/11/2025 Class Starts 0830am Giles County Sheriff's Department 08/11/2025 - 08/14/2025
Greene County 3/24/2025 Class Starts 0830am Greenville Emergency & Rescue Squad Building 03/24/2025 - 03/27/2025
Hawkins County 7/21/2025 Class Starts 0830am Hawkin's County Bus Garage 07/21/2025 - 07/24/2025
Henry County 3/11/2025 Class Starts 0830am TCAT Paris Tennessee 03/11/2025 - 03/14/2025
Henry County 10/21/2025 Class Starts 0830am TCAT Paris Tennessee 10/21/2025 - 10/24/2025
Humphreys County 2/11/2025 Class Starts 0830am Humphrey's County Training Center 02/11/2025 - 02/14/2025
Lauderdale County 12/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department 12/08/2025 - 12/11/2025
Madison County 11/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 11/17/2025 - 11/20/2025
Madison County 8/25/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 08/25/2025 - 08/28/2025
Madison County 5/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 05/05/2025 - 05/08/2025
Madison County 2/18/2025 Class Starts 0830am TCI West Tn Training Center 02/18/2025 - 02/21/2025
Maury County 11/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Maury County Sheriff's Department 11/17/2025 - 11/20/2025
McNairy County 3/24/2025 Class Starts 0830am McNairy County Sheriff's Office 03/24/2025 - 03/27/2025
Monroe County 7/14/2025 Class Starts 0830am Monroe County Sheriff's Department 07/14/2025 - 07/17/2025
Montgomery County 6/30/2025 Class Starts 0830am Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 06/30/2025 - 07/03/2025
Montgomery County 12/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 12/08/2025 - 12/11/2025
Obion County 12/15/2025 Class Starts 0830am Discovery Park of America 12/15/2025 - 12/18/2025
Obion County 4/7/2025 Class Starts 0830am Discovery Park of America 04/07/2025 - 04/10/2025
Putnam County 2/25/2025 Class Starts 0830am Putnam County Sheriff's Department 02/25/2025 - 02/28/2025
Putnam County 9/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Putnam County Sheriff's Department 09/02/2025 - 09/05/2025
Rhea County 6/24/2025 Class Starts 0830am 711 Eagle Lane 06/24/2025 - 06/27/2025
Rutherford County 2/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rutherford County Correctional Work Center 02/17/2025 - 02/20/2025
Rutherford County 7/29/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rutherford County Correctional Work Center 07/29/2025 - 08/01/2025
Sequatchie County 4/29/2025 Class Starts 0830am Ewtonville Baptist Church 04/29/2025 - 05/02/2025
Sevier County 4/7/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sevier County Utilities District 04/07/2025 - 04/10/2025
Smith County 11/11/2025 Class Starts 0830am Smith County Training Site 11/11/2025 - 11/14/2025
Sumner County 2/3/2025 Class Starts 0830am Emergency Management 02/03/2025 - 02/06/2025
Sumner County 10/20/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sumner County Training Site 10/20/2025 - 10/24/2025
TCAT Carter County 1/13/2025 Class Starts 0830am Tennessee College of Applied Tech 01/13/2025 - 01/16/2025
TCAT Carter County 5/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Tennessee College of Applied Tech 05/19/2025 - 05/22/2025
Tipton County 1/21/2025 Class Starts 0830am Tipton County Sheriff's Office 01/21/2025 - 01/24/2025
Trousdale County 5/27/2025 Class Starts 0830am Trousdale County Community Center 05/27/2025 - 05/30/2025
VolState Sumner County 9/16/2025 Class Starts 0830am Volunteer State Community College - Gallatin 09/16/2025 - 09/19/2025
Warren County 9/9/2025 Class Starts 0830am Warren County Sheriff's Office 09/09/2025 - 09/12/2025
Washington County 9/15/2025 Class Starts 0830am Washington County Visitors Center 09/15/2025 - 09/18/2025
Wilson County 8/26/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wilson County Jail 08/26/2025 - 08/29/2025
Wilson County 3/25/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wilson County Jail 03/25/2025 - 03/28/2025
2025 TCI In-Service Annual In-service is a 16 hour TCI provided course covering relevant topics in corrections.
This training will be reported by TCI, Please arrive at the Class location 15 minutes prior to the 8:30am start.
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Anderson County 4/30/2025 Class Starts 0830am Anderson County Detention Facility 04/30/2025 - 05/01/2025
Bartlett PD 1/15/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bartlett Performing Arts Center 01/15/2025 - 01/16/2025
Bedford County 3/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bedford County Justice Complex 03/05/2025 - 03/06/2025
Bledsoe County 5/14/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bledsoe County First Southern Baptist Church 05/14/2025 - 05/15/2025
Bradley County 5/21/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bradley County Detention Facility 05/21/2025 - 05/22/2025
Bradley County 8/27/2025 Class Starts 0830am Bradley County Detention Facility 08/27/2025 - 08/28/2025
Claiborne County 2/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Claiborne County Justice Center 02/19/2025 - 02/20/2025
Claiborne County 11/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Claiborne County Justice Center 11/12/2025 - 11/13/2025
Coffee County 4/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Coffee County Training Site 04/02/2025 - 04/03/2025
Cumberland County 3/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am Cumberland County Sheriff's Office - Training Room 03/05/2025 - 03/06/2025
Cumberland County 7/9/2025 Class Starts 0830am Cumberland County Sheriff's Office - Training Room 07/09/2025 - 07/10/2025
Decatur County 4/30/2025 Class Starts 0830am Parsons Library Decatur County 04/30/2025 - 05/01/2025
Dickson County 1/22/2025 Class Starts 0830am Dickson County EMA 01/22/2025 - 01/23/2025
Dickson County 9/24/2025 Class Starts 0830am Dickson County EMA 09/24/2025 - 09/25/2025
Dyer County 7/9/2025 Class Starts 0830am Dyer County Agricultural Ext Office 07/09/2025 - 07/10/2025
Dyer County 11/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Dyer County Agricultural Ext Office 11/12/2025 - 11/13/2025
Fayette County 3/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Fayette County Sheriff's Office 03/19/2025 - 03/20/2025
Franklin County 1/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Franklin County Finance Dept 01/08/2025 - 01/09/2025
Franklin County 12/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Franklin County Finance Dept 12/17/2025 - 12/18/2025
Germantown PD 10/22/2025 Class Starts 0830am Germantown PD 10/22/2025 - 10/23/2025
Giles County 12/3/2025 Class Starts 0830am Giles County Sheriff's Department 12/03/2025 - 12/04/2025
Grainger County 10/1/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rutledge Community Center Grainger County 10/01/2025 - 10/02/2025
Greene County 2/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am Greene County Rescue Squad Building 02/05/2025 - 02/06/2025
Greene County 7/16/2025 Class Starts 0830am Greene County Rescue Squad Building 07/16/2025 - 07/17/2025
Hancock County 8/20/2025 Class Starts 0830am Hancock County Health Department 08/20/2025 - 08/21/2025
Hawkins County 4/16/2025 Class Starts 0830am Hawkins County Bus Garage 04/16/2025 - 04/17/2025
Hawkins County 10/27/2025 Class Starts 0830am Hawkins County Bus Garage 10/27/2025 - 10/28/2025
Henry County 2/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Henry County 911 Office 02/12/2025 - 02/13/2025
Hickman County 9/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Hickman County EMA 09/17/2025 - 09/18/2025
Humphreys County 10/29/2025 Class Starts 0830am Humphreys County Training Center 10/29/2025 - 10/30/2025
Jackson County 8/13/2025 Class Starts 0830am Jackson County 08/13/2025 - 08/14/2025
Lauderdale County 4/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am Lauderdale Justice Center 04/23/2025 - 04/24/2025
Lawrence County 4/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Lawrence County Sheriff's Office 04/02/2025 - 04/03/2025
Lewis County 7/30/2025 Class Starts 0830am Lewis County Jail 07/30/2025 - 07/31/2025
Lincoln County 7/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Lincoln County EMA 07/02/2025 - 07/03/2025
Loudon County 2/26/2025 Class Starts 0830am Loudon County Sheriff's Office 02/26/2025 - 02/27/2025
Loudon County 9/10/2025 Class Starts 0830am Loudon County Sheriff's Office 09/10/2025 - 09/11/2025
Macon County 4/16/2025 Class Starts 0830am Macon County EMS Center 04/16/2025 - 04/17/2025
Maury County 1/22/2025 Class Starts 0830am Maury County Sheriff's Department 01/22/2025 - 01/23/2025
McMinn County 10/29/2025 Class Starts 0830am McMinn County Detention Facility 10/29/2025 - 10/30/2025
McNairy County 2/26/2025 Class Starts 0830am McNairy County Sheriff's Office 02/26/2025 - 02/27/2025
McNairy County 7/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am McNairy County Sheriff's Office 07/23/2025 - 07/24/2025
Millington PD 9/3/2025 Class Starts 0830am Millington Holiday Inn Express & Suites 09/03/2025 - 09/04/2025
Monroe County 3/26/2025 Class Starts 0830am Monroe County Justice Center (Training Room) 03/26/2025 - 03/27/2025
Monroe County 10/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Monroe County Justice Center (Training Room) 10/08/2025 - 10/09/2025
Montgomery County 2/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 02/19/2025 - 02/20/2025
Montgomery County 8/27/2025 Class Starts 0830am Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 08/27/2025 - 08/28/2025
Montgomery County 12/3/2025 Class Starts 0830am Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 12/03/2025 - 12/04/2025
Obion County 1/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Discovery Park of America 01/08/2025 - 01/09/2025
Obion County 10/15/2025 Class Starts 0830am Discovery Park of America 10/15/2025 - 10/16/2025
Polk County 7/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Polk County Sheriff's Office 07/02/2025 - 07/03/2025
Polk County 12/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Polk County Sheriff's Office 12/17/2025 - 12/18/2025
Putnam County 2/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am Putnam County Sheriff's Department 02/05/2025 - 02/06/2025
Putnam County 5/7/2025 Class Starts 0830am Putnam County Sheriff's Department 05/07/2025 - 05/08/2025
Putnam County 11/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Putnam County Sheriff's Department 11/19/2025 - 11/20/2025
Rhea County 4/9/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rhea County Training Center 04/09/2025 - 04/10/2025
Rhea County 7/30/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rhea County Training Center 07/30/2025 - 07/31/2025
Rhea County 11/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rhea County Training Center 11/19/2025 - 11/20/2025
Roberston County 4/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am Robertson County Jail 04/23/2025 - 04/24/2025
Roberston County 5/14/2025 Class Starts 0830am Robertson County Jail 05/14/2025 - 05/15/2025
Rutherford County 3/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rutherford County 03/12/2025 - 03/13/2025
Rutherford County 8/20/2025 Class Starts 0830am Rutherford County 08/20/2025 - 08/21/2025
Sequatchie County 2/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Ewtonville Baptist Church 02/12/2025 - 02/13/2025
Sequatchie County 10/22/2025 Class Starts 0830am Ewtonville Baptist Church 10/22/2025 - 10/23/2025
Sevier County 9/17/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sevier County Utility District 09/17/2025 - 09/18/2025
Smith County 3/12/2025 Class Starts 0830am Smith County Sheriff's Office Training Center 03/12/2025 - 03/13/2025
Smith County 8/6/2025 Class Starts 0830am Smith County Sheriff's Office Training Center 08/06/2025 - 08/07/2025
Stewart County 3/26/2025 Class Starts 0830am Stewart County Fire Rescue 03/26/2025 - 03/27/2025
Stewart County 7/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am Stewart County Fire Rescue 07/23/2025 - 07/24/2025
Sumner County 1/29/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sumner County Training Site 01/29/2025 - 01/30/2025
Sumner County 9/3/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sumner County Training Site 09/03/2025 - 09/04/2025
Sumner County 11/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am Sumner County Training Site 11/05/2025 - 11/06/2025
Trousdale County 7/2/2025 Class Starts 0830am Trousdale County Community Center 07/02/2025 - 07/03/2025
Warren County 4/23/2025 Class Starts 0830am Warren County Sheriff's Office 04/23/2025 - 04/24/2025
Warren County 8/6/2025 Class Starts 0830am Warren County Sheriff's Office 08/06/2025 - 08/07/2025
Washington County 3/19/2025 Class Starts 0830am Washington County Visitors Center 03/19/2025 - 03/20/2025
Washington County 5/7/2025 Class Starts 0830am Washington County Visitors Center 05/07/2025 - 05/08/2025
Wayne County 10/1/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wayne County Sheriff's Dept 10/01/2025 - 10/02/2025
Weakley County 5/14/2025 Class Starts 0830am Adult Learning Center 05/14/2025 - 05/15/2025
Weakley County 9/24/2025 Class Starts 0830am Adult Learning Center 09/24/2025 - 09/25/2025
White County 10/15/2025 Class Starts 0830am White County Jail 10/15/2025 - 10/16/2025
Wilson County 5/28/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wilson County Sheriff's Office 05/28/2025 - 05/29/2025
Wilson County 7/16/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wilson County Sheriff's Office 07/16/2025 - 07/17/2025
Wilson County 10/8/2025 Class Starts 0830am Wilson County Sheriff's Office 10/08/2025 - 10/09/2025
Madison County 4/9/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 04/09/2025 - 04/10/2025
Madison County 5/21/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 05/21/2025 - 05/22/2025
Madison County 8/13/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 08/13/2025 - 08/14/2025
Madison County 9/10/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 09/10/2025 - 09/11/2025
Madison County 11/5/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 11/05/2025 - 11/06/2025
Madison County 12/10/2025 Class Starts 0830am West TN TCI Training Center 12/10/2025 - 12/11/2025
3T Instructor Development - Train The Trainer: Instructor Development Completion of this 40 hour course certifies Correctional Officers as TCI  Facility Training Officers. This class covers basic adult learning theory, lesson plan creation, and TCI training policies. Registration is limited to 4 Officers per agency due to limited available space. Classes begin 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Registration for each student is $100.
Qualified distressed counties may have their registration fee waived.
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3T Train the Trainer- Williamson County 03/10/2025 Class begins 0830am Williamson County Public Safety Center 03/10/2025 - 03/14/2025
3T Train The Trainer - Madison County 8/18/2025 Class begins 0830am West TN Training Facility 08/18/2025 - 08/22/2025
3T Train The Trainer - Anderson County 10/20/2025 Class begins 0830am Anderson County Detention Facility 10/20/2025 - 10/24/2025
CCI MRT - Moral Reconation Therapy Class - Classes begin 8:30am - 4:30pm Classes begin 8:30am - 4:30pm

These two trainings are also components for facilities taking part in the TCI Two Tier Accreditation Process and essential elements for all Correctional Facilities.

Important Training Note: Candidates attending these two Trainings will be signed up like any other TCI Training and receive TCI provided In-Service credit hours for the calendar year. The MRT Training Class is four (4) days 32 hours.

About MRT Training:
Moral Reconation Therapy – MRT® Facilitator Training is 32 hours conducted over 4 consecutive days. A certified CCI-MRT instructor conducts each training on site with visual aids and print materials or as a virtual event via Zoom video conferencing with white board and digital file sharing where all training materials are shipped in advance of training (shipping charges apply). Participants are assigned approximately 4 hours of homework in preparation to facilitate group counseling.

Materials: During the training, each participant will receive the following materials at no additional cost: • How to Escape Your Prison (the MRT workbook) • MRT Facilitators’ Guide (contains information on the group process, specific objective criteria and guidelines for all exercises and tasks of MRT with specific “how to” instructions) • Psychological Reports (reprints of 10 journal articles on outcome data on MRT programs) • Effective Counseling Approaches (description of Cognitive Behavioral approaches, cognitive restructuring, and cognitive skills programs) • CD – 5 Minute Stress Manager and Imaginary Future (used to instruct facilitators on how to get clients to set appropriate long-term goals) • Antisocial Personality Disorder and Criminal Justice: Evidence Based Practices (contains information on treating clients with most resistance)

TCI Hotel Reservation Contact For “At Risk & “Distressed” Counties: Shari Scott, ASAIII Sharon.Scott@tn.gov Office (615) 741-3816, Desk (615) 253-4458, Cell (615) 878-0902

FTACS Training Portal Statement To Address TCI Provided Hotel Cancelations Moving Forward TCI Disclaimer: Applicants registering for this TCI Training to all terms and conditions stated within.

Hotel Cancelations: All hotel reservations made through TCI that need to be canceled must be done no later than seven days prior to the stay. Any facility canceling their reservation after seven days prior to their stay will be responsible for any cost associated with the cancelation.

No Classes Available
CCI STRONG-R (Static Risk and Offender Needs Guide-Revised) Classes begin 8:30am to 4:30pm About STRONG-R Program: Classes begin 8:30am - 4:30pm
The STRONG-R (Static Risk and Offender Needs Guide-Revised) is a state-of-the-art, 4th Generation, risk and needs assessment system and evidence-based correctional intervention planning tool, based on static and dynamic factors, and validated on Tennessee offender population and recidivism data.

The STRONG-R contains multiple predictive models from one, consistent “item pool” (i.e., completion of one set of items scores multiple models)
o Gender Responsive (separate item weights and scoring models for males and females)
o Violent Felony
o Property Felony
o Drug Felony
o General Felony
o Validated Needs assessment models in multiple domains, including Residential Stability, Educational/Vocational, Employment Stability, Family Relationships, Friends/Associates, Alcohol/Drug Use, Mental Health, Aggression, and Attitudes/Behaviors
No Classes Available
Conference - 2024 TCI Southeastern Regional Law Enforcement & Corrections Vendor Exposition Trade Show The purpose of this event is to provide an immersive experience for law enforcement and corrections professionals and their partners to have access to top-tiered products, services, and organizations. This vendor exposition will encompass a multi-day event that will permit attendees the option of attending classes on products that they may be interested in procuring at their agencies and networking with other law enforcement and correctional professionals.
Target audience: Sheriffs, Jail Administrators, Chief Deputies, State Officials, Local Officials, Training Directors, Field Training Officers, and other Southeastern Agencies/Organizations/dignitaries will be in attendance.

Approximately 3000 law enforcement agencies and corrections agencies will be receiving the invitation to attend.

We are sending this out to every law enforcement and corrections agency in the entire southeast region.
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Sign into FTACS and go to TCI Resources page, then webforms to fill out the Training Travel Accommodations Waiver if you need travel assistance, TCI will cover the hotel lodging ONE (1) participant per agency.

This link will take you to the FTACS sign in page.
https://tcitn.acadisonline.com/AcadisViewer/WebForms/InsideUserCollector.aspx?ID=52c5e701-9942-4926-9b54-148024f54306

-----32 Hours of Training is offered for local-agency hours only.-----
No Classes Available
Conference - FTO/Jail Issues Conference A topical issues conference covering a range of subjects relevant to Facility Training Officers. This conference must be attended by 1 FTO from each TCI certified facility.
No Classes Available
Conference - Tennessee Public Safety Network Conference We're excited for the opportunity to come together and work productively towards ensuring the longevity of the Tennessee Public Safety Network. Your commitment is valued, and we're looking forward to your participation!
* Refresher Training in the Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
* Process Basic Peer Support training
* Introduction of the Tennessee Public Safety Network app
* Join us for dinner and Prizes
* Law Enforcement Family Issues and Concerns
* TNPSN Board of Directors Training
* Updating of contact information for all team members
No Classes Available
Facility Programs - T4C Thinking for Change All classes will start at 8:30 AM and end at 5:00 PM
Participants will have to attend all 4-days for Certification
These 32-hours will count toward their facility provided In-Service

The T4C training for facilitators is a four day training that focuses on the core elements of facilitating T4C program. The training is delivered through modeling, trainee teach backs, and direct feedback provided on platform skills as well as T4C program competency. The training includes large group activities and discussions and small group breakouts for trainee demonstration of the skills for leading a facilitator training. Those who complete this practicum will: Describe the theoretical foundations of Cognitive behavioral approaches. Articulate the core principles and components of the Thinking for a Change program.
Demonstrate a social skill lesson utilizing the Thinking for a Change program.
Demonstrate a cognitive self-change lesson utilizing the Thinking for a Change program.
Demonstrate a problem-solving lesson utilizing the Thinking for a Change program.



Hotel Accommodations: Hotel accommodations for attendees will be provided for all Tennessee Counties Facilities that have been identified as “Distressed” or County Facility exceeds 50-miles from T4C class location.

TCI Hotel Reservation Contact For “At Risk & “Distressed” Counties: Shari Scott, ASAIII Sharon.Scott@tn.gov Office (615) 741-3816, Desk (615) 253-4458, Cell (615) 878-0902

FTACS Training Portal Statement To Address TCI Provided Hotel Cancelations Moving Forward TCI Disclaimer: Applicants registering for this TCI Training to all terms and conditions stated within.

Hotel Cancelations: All hotel reservations made through TCI that need to be canceled must be done no later than seven days prior to the stay. Any facility canceling their reservation after seven days prior to their stay will be responsible for any cost associated with the cancelation.

No Classes Available
FCO Development - Tennessee Corrections Institute - Facility Compliance Officer Basic Training The Facility Compliance Officer Basic Training course is a 40 hour course by TCI for participants to receive their F.C.O. certification. It will focus on the legalities as it pertains to the internal auditing of local jails and detention facilities, as well as, the Tennessee Minimum Standards to assist in identifying 'at-risk' areas within their facilities. Registration is limited to 2 Officers per agency due to limited available space. Classes begin 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Local In-Service - EBP Grant Application Workshop-2022 The purpose of this workshop is to assist agencies that want to learn about the $1,000,000 evidence based programming grants, Family Justice Center Grants, TCI Training Equipment Grants, and how to apply for these grants.
No Classes Available
Managing Jail Restrictive Housing Populations Training(NIC) National Institute of Corrections
Managing Jail Restrictive Housing Populations Training

About the training
The 4-day jail training program includes topics such as the following:

• Restrictive housing definitions and types, constitutional considerations, and court decisions

• Strategies to reduce the use of restrictive housing including preventing restrictive housing placement, ensuring this type of housing is used with the right populations, reducing lengths of stay and assisting people as they transition out of this setting

• Management strategies for people with serious mental illness and other special populations

• Organizational change approaches

The training program offers opportunities to share challenges and successes, and for peer-to-peer learning.

Participants will leave the training with an action plan to address their department’s most pressing restrictive housing priorities.
No Classes Available
Peer Support Officer Training Background: A peer support program is designed to provide support to staff during times of personal and professional distress by pairing individuals with a fellow employee with special training. Successful peer support programs exist in police departments across the country. The Tennessee Corrections Institute (TCI), in collaboration with the Crime and Justice Institute (CJI), is supporting jails in Tennessee that want to bring a peer support program to their staff.  
CJI is a non-profit organization that provides consulting, policy analysis, and research services to improve public safety in communities throughout the country. CJI has partnered with TCI to develop this training for staff who would like to become a peer supporter.
No Classes Available
PSO 3T Training - Peer Support Officer Train-the-Trainer Following the initial training, staff may opt-in to a train-the-trainer session, which will allow them to train additional people to become peer supporters.
No Classes Available
TCI Basic Training Classes The introductory training for Correctional Officers provided by TCI which prepares a jail employee with the general and specific knowledge about the detention of prisoners in a local facility. A Correctional Officer must complete this course within 12 months of hire date, per Minimum Standard 1400-1-.03 (2).
No Classes Available
TCI Programs Summit This topical issues Summit is designed to provide the most current and relevant program related information to Facility Program Directors and Program Facilitators. In addition to the information and training, this Summit also provides a platform for local county, state, and industry program related stakeholders to network and share information.  

TCI Programs Summit will provide 16-Hours of TCI In-Service Credits. This Summit will be an annual event each Fall that will provide relevant and currant training in the areas of programing that are essential for today’s Local Adult County Facilities. This is a great opportunity to not only receive TCI In-Service credits and receive valuable training along with providing an opportunity to network with all the other Program Directors and Program Facilitators that serve our County Jails and Workhouses.    
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TCI Specialized Training - ARC TAC De-escalation for Corrections (D4C) Instructor Course An incredible course that will help corrections officers understand themselves, read situations and the people in custody, ultimately reducing the need to use force if possible.
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TCI Specialized Training - ARCTAC GEAR Instructor Course Your weapons and tools are brought into every situation encounter. Without proper training, the people you deal with have as much access to those weapons and tools as you do. Are you prepared to protect and retain your gear? What about on the ground? Arc Tactical’ s Gear Protection and Retention course will give you the skills you need to survive this type of attack.                        

Includes:

Retention of firearms and other weapons

Chest, waist, and leg mounted gear retention

Ground survival and retention from the ground

Response driven solutions to ambush

Specific safety concerns and use of force application
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TCI Specialized Training - Dynamic Cell Extraction and Functional Control Tactics This is a consolidated course.

Dynamic Cell Extraction is a 1-day course that focuses on cell extraction techniques and skills. This course provides a systematic approach to controlling an inmate in crisis effectively and efficiently. This course builds on team tactics, team ground control, equipment selection, capture shield tactics, extraction planning, after-action protocols, and more!

Functional Control Tactics is a 3-day instructor course that utilizes techniques that rely on body mechanics instead of pain compliance that may or may not be effective. Information covered includes: psychomotor skill instructor development, ground control techniques, testing and evaluation philosophy, 6 different take-down techniques, joint locks, basic use of force law, body mechanics, and documentation practices.
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TCI Specialized Training - SSGT - Defensive Tactics Instructor Training Vanguard Program Overview

The SSGT Vanguard Program represents an evolved version of our core offering, designed to provide a comprehensive defensive tactics system. This program is structured into two distinct levels of instruction, each catering to the needs of those seeking a thorough understanding of defensive tactics. Here’s a breakdown of what the Vanguard Program entails:

SSGT Vanguard Level One Objectives
Upon completion of the Vanguard Level One 40-hour Instructor Course, a certified SSGT Vanguard Level One Instructor will be qualified to:

Instruct officers on the objectively reasonable use of force, survival stress effects, and defensive tactics principles.

Train officers to defend against common grabs, holds, strikes, and attacks on the officer’s weapon in standing situations.

Educate officers on defense in ground grappling situations, covering grabs, holds, strikes, and attacks on the weapon.

Provide instruction on gaining control and compliance over an actively aggressive subject in both standing and ground situations.

Teach officers to defend against knife or sharp instrument attacks.

Instill self-confidence in officers regarding their ability to defend against attacks.

Certify officers in the SSGT Vanguard Level One Twenty-four-hour student course.

These objectives aim to reduce the likelihood of excessive force use by certified students or instructors, subsequently minimizing liability.

Vanguard Level One Breakdown
The Level One 40-hour Instructor Course is categorized into seven sections, covering various defensive tactics scenarios:

Common Grab Defense
Headlock Defense
Bear-hug Defense
Tackle Defense
Striking & Knife Defense
Escaping From The Bottom (ground)
Controlling A Grounded Subject From The Top
Vanguard Level One Certification Facts:

No previous training required.
Written and practical exams are administered in both the Instructor and Student Courses.
Instructors may certify students in one or all categories of a particular level.
Student Certification time varies (1-24 hours) depending on addressed categories.
Student Certification is valid for one year, with re-certification at 1/2 the original time.
Instructor Certification is valid for three years, contingent on teaching 8 hours per year.
SSGT Vanguard Level One Student Manuals are available for purchase.
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TCI Specialized Training - TCI/Command Presence Leadership Tier 1 Course Description:
This one-of-a-kind training series is designed to empower  corrections professionals with the tools and insight required to excel in their critical roles as leaders and presenters within their respective organizations. Participants will explore a wide array of topics, including effective communication techniques, cutting-edge leadership theories, intentional planning strategies, and innovative approaches to delivering presentations. Participants will emerge from this series equipped to navigate the complexities of leading in a correctional setting with unwavering poise,
professionalism, and integrity.

Through thought-provoking discussions, practical simulations, and hands-on exercises,
participants will acquire the skills required to lead with a purpose and facilitate
presentations with confidence.

Who Should Attend:
Personnel who have been identified as leaders or potential leaders within their workgroups, in addition to those who are currently serving in training roles or are potential candidates for future training roles.

Course Objective:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be certified in the TCI Tier 1 Training Series. Participants will vastly improve their own leadership traits and will be equipped with essential skills necessary to excel in any setting to deliver effective presentations in a workplace setting. The result will enable participants to develop and execute concepts that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of their organizations.

Key takeaways from the Tier 1 series include:
  • Enhanced overall leadership skills.
  • Improved ability to make critical decisions.
  • Identify tools for personal growth.
  • Set a course for career path development.
  • Concepts for improving relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Practical skills for delivering effective presentations.

Pre-Course Assessment:
At the beginning of the course, participants will be required to take an assessment in class to gauge the level of their leadership knowledge prior to the training.

Post-Course Assessment: At the end of the course, participants will be required to take an assessment to gauge the level of their leadership knowledge after the training. Participants will also be tasked with delivering a presentation highlighting a problem within their workgroup and potential solution based upon the week’s curriculum.

*Participants who successfully attend the entire course will be provided a course
certificate at the conclusion of the course.
EventLocationDates
TCI/Command Presence Tier 1 Leadership Sevier County (class begins at 8:30am) Sevier County Utility District 06/09/2025 - 06/13/2025
TCI/Command Presence Tier 1 Leadership TCI West TN Regional Training Facility TCI West Tn Training Center 02/03/2025 - 02/07/2025
TCI/Command Presence Tier 1 Leadership Montgomery County (class begins at 8:30am) Montgomery County Plaza Training Site 04/28/2025 - 05/02/2025
TCI Specialized Training - TCISI: Defensive Tactics SSGT has created the CORE (Corrections Officers Response Essentials) Instructor course for the Correctional Professionals.  This course was created to equip every corrections officer with the necessary skills to:
* Defend himself / herself against an attack;
* Control a resistant and/or aggressive subject;
* Protect a third person;
* Restore or maintain jail security, order, control, and discipline;
* Prevent the commission of a forcible felony;
* Protect property;
* Protect or rescue a hostage;
* Prevent an escape;
* Prevent self-inflicted injuries or suicides.

INSTRUCTOR COURSE OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this course, a certified SSGT C.O.R.E. (Corrections Officer Response Essentials) Instructor will be qualified to:
1. Teach objectively reasonable use of force, the effects and mitigation of survival stress and the principles of defensive tactics.
2. Teach officers to defend against common grabs, holds, strikes and attacks on the officer’s weapon in standing situations.
3. Teach officers to defend against common grabs, holds, and strikes when the struggle is on the ground.
4. Teach officers to gain control and compliance over an actively aggressive subject in both standing and ground grappling situations.
5. Teach officers to defend against a knife or other sharp instrument attack.
6. Instill self-confidence in the officer's ability to defend him/ herself against an attack.
7. Certify law enforcement officers in the SSGT C.O.R.E. Twenty-four- (24-) hour Student Course.

The preceding objectives will reduce the possibility of a Certified Student using excessive force while controlling a subject, thus reducing liability
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TCI Specialized Training - Training for POA This class will focus on the development of the POA and reporting procedures. The information provided will assist those who are involved with the process and ensure each agency complies with the POA requirements.

Topics will include Plan of Action development—monthly reporting of progress. The procedural steps discussed include gathering data for analysis for jail studies. Jim Hart Field manager with CTAS will be instructing.

TCI is offering this class to POA-participating agencies only. Hotel rooms will be covered if the participants drive from a starting point 50 miles away. All others will need to commute.  This class is designed for those who prepare the documents for the initial POA and do the monthly reporting
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - Defense Tech Basic CERT and High Risk Transports This is a consolidated training class from the two classes below.

Basic Corrections Emergency Response Team.
This 3-day course is dedicated to the corrections field and specifically addresses problems found in a correctional environment. With classroom and practical application, this course covers all aspects of dealing with situations inherent to the correctional officer. Students will participate in the classroom, hands-on, and scenario-based training activities. Students will operate alone and in a team. The course was designed and taught by corrections experts with real-world experience. Each instructor has worked in a correctional facility with practical applications based on the instructor’s actual experiences. All aspects

High Risk Transport Instructor Course.
This 2-day course is designed for Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Military personnel designated with the responsibility of providing protection during the transport of high-risk prisoners. By allowing each team member to perform each function from the planning to execution phases, it builds team cohesiveness, and provides a basis of information to not only conduct details if asked to do so, but to also provide educated assistance to any
other agency that requests support.
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - Defense Technology Defensive Tactics Instructor This 5-day instructor level course is highly dynamic with a goal of teaching a wide range of “arrest skills”. This course combines the Monadnock Defensive Tactics System (MDTS), Monadnock Expandable Baton (MEB), Defense Technology’s OC and the Hiatt Tactical Handcuffing Instructor courses. The Monadnock system of classes provides transitional skills to gain control and take a subject into custody. This system connects empty hand/baton blocks and strikes to control and handcuffing skills that are easy to learn and repeatable under stress. Arrest skills presented in the class address the use of OC, baton, and empty hand skills to DEFEND, STOP and CONTROL a subject. The effective arrest skills covered will conclude with the appropriate handcuffing skill be it standing, kneeling and prone.
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - Defense Technology Less Lethal Instructor Certification Program This course is comprised of four 8-hour instructor level classes covering OC Aerosols, Impact Munitions, Chemical Munitions and Distraction Device Munitions. The student will acquire Instructor Level knowledge of Defense Technology products, both technically and tactically, along with the skills necessary to conduct in-service training. Each of the four class modules focuses on a different subject/product group presented in a half-day of lecture-based studies followed by a half-day in the field for demonstration and drills. Unique to this class is the state-of-the-art deployment tactics which come direct from the manufacturer of the products. Upon completion of the course and successfully passing the final exam, each student is authorized to provide in-service training to their agency in specific areas for 36 calendar months from their testing date. Tuition:
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - Defense Technology Use of Force Instructor This course incorporates lecture, video and classroom discussion into the training. The curriculum focuses on Graham vs. Connor and utilizes additional recent court cases to gain better understanding of what officers can do based on the actions of the subject. The instructors have designed this course to create the most comprehensive look at police use-of-force.
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - LEADS De-escalation Instructor This is a classroom based combat-confrontation avoidance course based upon the L.O.C.K.U.P. ® System. It teaches within a classroom setting how to recognize aggression and to not stimulate aggression. Students will learn communications skills and evidence based Active De-escaltion Strategies that can avoid or resolve interactions by employing tactical de-escalation the techniques, conflict resolution methods and distraction techniques that promote successful tactical applications. The course also discusses tactical responses when diffusion tactics are inappropriate or ineffective. This program teaches officers how professional communication can protect officers in the field, reduce civilian complaints as well as civil litigation. Instruction uses lectures and demonstrations to facilitate learning and retention.
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TCI SPECIALIZED TRAININGS - Local In-Service - LLRMI Corrections Internal Affairs Certification Course This a 40 hour course from the Legal Liability Research Management Institute, that requires students to complete a capstone research paper and to take a written test to obtain their certification.
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TCI-In-Service - EBP Grant Application Workshop 2022 The purpose of this workshop is to assist agencies that want to learn about the $1,000,000 evidence based programming grants, Family Justice Center Grants, TCI Training Equipment Grants, and how to apply for these grants.
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TCI-In-Service - Tennessee Corrections Institute EBP Grant Application Workshop The purpose of this workshop is to assist agencies that want to learn about the $1,000,000 evidence based programming grants, Family Justice Center Grants, TCI Training Equipment Grants, and how to apply for these grants.
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TCI-In-Service Classes Annual In-service is a 16 hour TCI provided course covering relevant topics in corrections.
This training will be reported by TCI, Please arrive at the Class location 15 minutes prior to the 8:30am start.
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Tennessee Public Safety Network TN Public Safety Network - Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for Corrections Staff Training

An application must be submitted for consideration to enroll in the class. Once accepted you will be notified and manually enrolled in the class. TCI will waive the cost of course registration and lodging for all accepted applicants. Applicants or their agencies are responsible for the cost of transportation, meals, & incidentals per-diem if required.

Up to 20 applicants from Distressed Counties and 20 applicants from Non-Distressed Counties will be selected. Correctional personnel, the Sheriff, or Facility Administration can apply/qualify; Support or Non-Facility Support staff cannot receive a cost waiver.
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Tennessee Public Safety Network - Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for Corrections 2023 TN Public Safety Network - Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for Corrections Staff Training

An application must be submitted for consideration to enroll in the class. Once accepted you will be notified and manually enrolled in the class. TCI will waive the cost of course registration and lodging for all accepted applicants. Applicants or their agencies are responsible for the cost of transportation, meals, & incidentals per-diem if required.

APPLICATION LINK:
http://tennesseepublicsafetynetwork.com/Documents/CISD Corrections Training Application.pdf

In order to sign up for this class, you must complete the above linked application and return to Peter Cove for approval. TCI will be responsible for completing selected registrations into FTACS.

Return completed application to : Peter Cove's email address: petercove@tds.net

Up to 20 applicants from Distressed Counties and 20 applicants from Non-Distressed Counties will be selected. Correctional personnel, the Sheriff, or Facility Administration can apply/qualify; Support or Non-Facility Support staff cannot receive a cost waiver.
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Two-Tiered Accreditation and Jail Liability Class The Tennessee Corrections Institute and County Technical Assistance Service have joined together to present a seminar on two very important topics:
Two-Tiered Accreditation and Jail Liability. Classes start: 9:00am - 4:30pm. Lunch is provided.
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