The PTO approach to training provides a foundation for life-long learning that prepares new officers for the complexities of policing today and in the future.
The PTO approach to training provides a foundation for life-long learning that prepares new officers for the complexities of policing today and in the future.
The PTO model is based on community policing and collaborative problem solving principles.
The PTO model is based on community policing and collaborative problem solving principles.
The Police Training Officer (PTO) Program was developed through a collaborative effort between the Reno, Nevada Police Department, the Police Excecutive Research Forum (PERF), and the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).
The Police Training Officer (PTO) Program was developed through a collaborative effort between the Reno, Nevada Police Department, the Police Excecutive Research Forum (PERF), and the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).
Progressive police administrators have come to the realization that traditional post-academy methods are out of step with today's law enforcement needs.
Progressive police administrators have come to the realization that traditional post-academy methods are out of step with today's law enforcement needs.
The PTO model presents an alternative to the current field training officer programs which rely mostly on mechanical training and rote skills, neglecting problem solving education.
The PTO model presents an alternative to the current field training officer programs which rely mostly on mechanical training and rote skills, neglecting problem solving education.
The PTO model incorporates contemporary adult educational methods and a version of problem-based learning (PBL) adapted for police.