Domestic Violence Investigations and Co-Occurring Issues Instructor

Date(s) July 20-24, 2026
Start/End Time(s) Class begins at 8:00 a.m.
Location Murfreesboro Police Department
1004 North Highland Avenue
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Instructor(s) Kristy Kelley, TLETA Instructor
Detective Jessica Steelman, Murfreesboro PD
Description This class is a 40 Hour instructor-level course that will cover domestic violence, the psychology of abuse, co-occurring issues (child abuse, child sexual abuse, animal and elder abuse), and response to domestic-related calls. Additionally, legal issues and updates, liability concerns, and how to improve search warrant updates will be covered. Report writing, trauma-informed practice, resources, and forensic considerations regarding investigations/ evidence preservation will also be taught. This course is designed to assist officers with the training of domestic violence, gender-based crimes, and related topics.
Fee

Free

Length 40 hours
Prerequisites Instructor Development is required.
Materials Computer, Notepad, Writing Utensil
To Register If your department has been activated on the Acadis Portal, you can register via the Portal by clicking HERE.  Log in and go to the Training & Events tab.
Other Notes

Maximum number of students is 30.

Contact person for Murfreesboro PD:
Lt. Amy Denton
629-201-5580
adenton@murfreesborotn.gov

For Information about the class, contact:
Kristy Kelly
615-981-3446
kristy.kelley@tn.gov

For registration information, contact:
Kelly Morgan
kelly.morgan@tn.gov
615-741-8299