The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) offers a number of educational courses to its police and civilian members.
Some of the educational courses offered by the OACP:
Corporate Communications Network (CCN) Media Relations Course - April 28-May 2 2025 |
Where:Delta Accommodation Information:Accommodations must be booked separately. A block of rooms has been reserved at the hotel at which the Course is held. $259 per night plus applicable taxes and fees. Please book your room by August 22, 2024, to receive the preferred rate. Description:In partnership with the OACP, the CCN (Corporate Communications Network) Executive hosts two training courses every year for those working in media and communication roles in Ontario police services. New for 2025 - the Media Relations & Corporate Communications course now offers a four-day and five-day course option! Throughout the course, members will receive hands-on training in several different areas, including how to conduct proper media interviews, how to develop key messages, how to write a media release, how to respond to a crisis, and how to use social media tools to your advantage. Those who opt for the five-day course will have access to an additional day of one-on-one interviews, scrum practice, and tips for planning, hosting, and moderating a press conference (on the Friday). After successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate and Best Practices Guide. You will also become a member of the CCN group, giving you the opportunity to gain network and gain training and support from fellow Media Relations Officers (MROS), Public Information Officers (PIOs), and communications experts working in law enforcement throughout Ontario. Certification:Certificate will be issued by OACP. Dress:Uniform or Business Casual. Registration Fee:$960.00 +HST.
Registration fee includes lunch daily. |
Constable Selection System (CSS) Training Course: May 5-May 9 2025 - Waterloo |
Where:Waterloo Regional Police Training Site Accommodation Information:Delta Accommodations must be booked separately. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Delta Hotel Waterloo.
Description:
Pre-Requisites:Participants must have pre-authorization to attend by their Police Service Recruiting Supervisor. Assessment Standards:Full attendance and participation in small classes, small group work and practical exercises. Certification:Certificate will be issued by the OACP. Dress:Uniform or Business Casual. Registration Fee:$700 + HST |
Constable Selection System (CSS) Training Course: October 6-10 2025 - York |
Where:York Regional Police Association Building Description:
Accommodations:Microtel by Wyndham Registration Fee:$700 + HST |