Instructor Development

Date(s)

February 9-12, 2026 (Clarksville)
February 16-19, 2026 (Cookeville)

Start/End Time(s) Class begins at 8:00 a.m. each day.
Location

February 9-12
Clarksville Police Department
135 Commerce Street
Clarksville, TN 37040

February 16-19
Volunteer State Community College
1000 Neal Street
Cookeville, TN 38501

Instructor(s) Dwight Williams, Instructor
TLETA Staff
Description

This 40-hour block of instruction is divided into a two-part curriculum.   Part one covers POST rules, the documentation required for compliance with POST rules, legal liabilities associated with training and POST mandated subjects (CSA, Mental Health and EVOC). Part two covers Instructor Development, preparation of lesson plans, classroom presentations, and the use of Microsoft PowerPoint in the classroom.

Fee Free 
Length 40 hours
Prerequisites Minimum of three (3) years law enforcement experience.
Materials

Laptop computer complete with Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 or higher and WiFi capability. Student must also bring a flash drive/thumb drive.

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 class size is 20 students.  

If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Greer at kathy.greer@tn.gov or 615-854-0144.