Advanced CIL; Navigating the Aftermath

The initial response to a critical incident may be over, but the real challenges are just beginning. The aftermath of a critical incident can shape the future of an agency, impact officer morale, influence public perception, and determine legal and operational outcomes.

This two-day interactive course equips students with the essential knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to navigate the complexities that follow high-profile incidents. Advanced Critical incident Leadership will equip law enforcement leaders from field officers to the chief executive with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to navigate the complex aftermath of critical incidents.

While the initial response is vital and can be learned in our Critical Incident Leadership course, the actions taken in the aftermath often shape the success of the operation and its long-term effects on the department, officers, and community. Through a combination of engaging lectures, detailed PowerPoint presentations, decision-making exercises, and facilitated group discussions, students will learn best practice procedures and then analyze real-world incidents using impactful video and audio examples. Students will also receive practical checklists, actionable insights, and examples to serve as valuable references ensuring law enforcement professionals are prepared to lead effectively in the aftermath of any critical event.

This course offers a comprehensive review of critical incident management with a focus on leadership strategies for the aftermath, including:

• Engaging effectively with the media and controlling the narrative.
• Maintaining officer morale and supporting officer and organizational wellness.
• Handling officer-involved shootings with transparency and fairness.
• Addressing community needs and judicial considerations.
• Managing mass casualty events, such as active shooter incidents.
• Participants will gain insights into the critical role of post-incident leadership, learn from both successful responses and common pitfalls, and develop practical skills through real-world examples and interactive exercises. This is not an Incident Command System (ICS) course, but the critical role of proper ICS application in post-incident management will be explored.

This course is offered in two course formats: "Hosted Classes" where students register individually, and "Contracted Classes" where agencies purchase the entire course at a discounted rate. For scheduling or inquiries, please contact us.

Students are responsible for obtaining permission and approval from their departments prior to registration if the student plans to attend on-duty and have the agency pay for it. You know the rules. 

If you want to attend, we recommend working with your agency prior to registering for a class. Because if you register for a class, and your department does not approve your time or tuition for any reason, you are still responsible for the terms of the attendance and cancellation policy including any applicable tuition. Again, we know you get it and we look forward to seeing you in class!

This class is open to all federal, state, tribal, and local First Responder agency personnel.  All Officers, Deputies, Corporals, Detectives, Supervisors, Command Staff, Executives, and appropriate non-sworn Professional Staff are welcome and encouraged to attend.