National Tactical Officers Association

National Tactical Officers Association NTOA is a non-profit organization dedicated to keeping you informed, well trained and ready to handle the challenges faced by law enforcement professionals.

🎸 Nashville is calling! Join us Aug. 30 – Sept. 4, 2026, at the Ga***rd Opryland Resort & Convention Center for the prem...
06/05/2026

🎸 Nashville is calling! Join us Aug. 30 – Sept. 4, 2026, at the Ga***rd Opryland Resort & Convention Center for the premier training event in law enforcement. Spend the week learning from top instructors, attending real-world debriefs, and connecting with professionals from across the country—right in the heart of Music City.

🎻 See the agenda and secure your spot:
🔗 https://www.ntoa.org/conferences/le-conference/

INTRODUCING A NEW COURSE!The Tactical Rope Access Course (TRAC) equips SWAT and specialized tactical personnel with the ...
06/04/2026

INTRODUCING A NEW COURSE!

The Tactical Rope Access Course (TRAC) equips SWAT and specialized tactical personnel with the skills to safely operate in urban, industrial, and mountainous environments. Learn practical rope movement, rescue techniques, equipment proficiency, and PACE-based decision-making for high-risk operations.

⚠️ Open to personnel assigned to tactical or specialized teams requiring rope access capabilities.
🍑 Georgia POST Certified

Register today and elevate your operational readiness. 🔗https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=viewcourse&courseid=20265730

💪Join Us for the 6th Annual PFQ Challenge this June!The NTOA is committed to the safety, performance, and well-being of ...
06/04/2026

💪Join Us for the 6th Annual PFQ Challenge this June!

The NTOA is committed to the safety, performance, and well-being of law enforcement operators—where physical fitness plays a vital role. Regardless of age, gender, or rank, staying fit reduces injury risk, supports wellness, and helps control healthcare and Workers’ Comp costs.

🏋️Stronger fitness means safer operators - and that’s why we’ve created the PFQ standard.

📢 YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NTOA TO PARTICIPATE!!

Seats are filling fast for our Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents course!This is your opportunity to enhance your ski...
06/03/2026

Seats are filling fast for our Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents course!

This is your opportunity to enhance your skills in managing high-stakes patrol scenarios effectively.

🗓️ Dates: July 20-21, 2026
🚔Co-hosted by: Grand Junction PD
📍Grand Junction, CO

🔗https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=viewcourse&courseid=20262070

To honor the legacy of NTOA founder John Kolman, his family has commissioned a limited-edition commemorative challenge c...
06/02/2026

To honor the legacy of NTOA founder John Kolman, his family has commissioned a limited-edition commemorative challenge coin in his memory.

Proceeds from each coin sold will support the John Kolman Training Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to NTOA members from small and rural agencies who may not otherwise be able to attend NTOA conferences or training courses.

Quantities are limited. Purchase your John Kolman commemorative challenge coin today and help continue John's commitment to training and supporting law enforcement professionals nationwide.

🔗 to purchase... https://shopntoa.org/collections/coins

INTRODUCING A NEW ONLINE COURSE! Two classes offered in 2026!This one-day online course explores the integration of Beh...
06/02/2026

INTRODUCING A NEW ONLINE COURSE!

Two classes offered in 2026!

This one-day online course explores the integration of Behavioral Health Advisors (BHAs) into crisis negotiation team operations. Designed for negotiators, supervisors, tactical commanders, and behavioral health professionals, the course covers role clarity, legal considerations, information sharing, operational discipline, and unified command.

🚨 Register today and enhance your team's ability to safely and effectively manage complex crisis incidents. 🔗https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=courseview&titleid=543

🎤SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: The Six Layer Concept: Tactical Threat Recognition presented by: Jay Seese and Gino Macioce The Huma...
06/01/2026

🎤SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT:
The Six Layer Concept: Tactical Threat Recognition presented by: Jay Seese and Gino Macioce

The Human Terrain Mapping and Behavior Pattern Recognition (HTMBPR) equips tactical officers to assess behavior, identify threats, recognize anomalies, and make better decisions in high-risk environments.

Enhance operational planning, crisis response, negotiations, and mission effectiveness by attending this course!

Register today... 🔗https://www.ntoa.org/conferences/le-conference/

Our sincere condolences go out to the families, friends and colleagues of all these brave men and women who made the ult...
06/01/2026

Our sincere condolences go out to the families, friends and colleagues of all these brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting the communities they served.

Police Officer Kristin Yeager
Central Berks Regional Police Department | PA
END OF WATCH: MAY 29, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Logan Utt
Carroll County Sheriff's Office | VA
END OF WATCH: MAY 29, 2026

Corporal Barry James Foust
Arlington County Police Department | VA
END OF WATCH: MAY 22, 2026

Sergeant Joseph Apodaca
Taos County Sheriff's Office | NM
END OF WATCH: MAY 22, 2026

Police Officer Dylan Chase Owen
Citronelle Police Department | AL
END OF WATCH: MAY 14, 2026

Game Warden Pilot Joshua T. Tibbetts
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - Warden Service | ME
END OF WATCH: MAY 12, 2026

Police Officer Don "DJ" Keller
Greenwood Police Department | SC
END OF WATCH: MAY 11, 2026

Trooper Kevin Trainor
Massachusetts State Police | MA
END OF WATCH: MAY 6, 2026

Border Patrol Agent Sean M. McDonough
United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection - United States Border Patrol | US
END OF WATCH: MAY 1, 2026

Join us ONLINE for our upcoming Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents! This course is designed to provide patrol superv...
05/29/2026

Join us ONLINE for our upcoming Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents!

This course is designed to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to manage a critical incident prior to the arrival of SWAT. Understanding the methodology used in managing a dynamic tactical problem, and the 4 primary types of critical incidents involving an adversary will give the patrol supervisor the tools needed to succeed during these events.

🗓️ July 20-21, 2026
💻 This entire course will be conducted ONLINE via Zoom

Only a few seats left... 🔗 https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=viewcourse&courseid=20265270

There's still time to register for our upcoming Basic SWAT course! Better hurry. Only a few 🪑left!In this course, stud...
05/28/2026

There's still time to register for our upcoming Basic SWAT course! Better hurry. Only a few 🪑left!

In this course, students will be introduced to basic SWAT topics, tactics and techniques including a historical overview of SWAT, team organization and structure, resolution of barricaded suspect situations, covert individual and team movement, searches and room clearing, chemical agents, less-lethal options, warrant service and multiple field training exercises.

🗓️ Dates: July 6-10, 2026
📍Location: St. Johnsbury, VT

Don't miss out on this comprehensive introduction to tactical skills! 🔗https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=viewcourse&courseid=20263090

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