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Training

Over the past decade, training has become a priority for security and corrections officers. At the CTS Training Institute (CTSTI), preparedness is promoted before critical scenarios unfold. CTSTI offers training programs that combine product tools with knowledge and techniques, preparing officers for various situations and helping agencies manage risks.

Among the training programs is the less-lethal instructor certification course, a 3-day program that teaches the safe use of these products. Additionally, PENN ARMS offers courses on the maintenance of 37MM and 40MM less-lethal launchers.

Course Offerings

These are Host Request Forms — use them to request hosting a course, not to register as a student.

Image of 3 Day Less-Lethal Instructor Certification Program (ICP)$895/student

3 Day Less-Lethal Instructor Certification Program (ICP)

Training Schedule

As a requirement of their instructor-level training, students must actively engage in the specific exercises of the course they are signing up for. For these lessons to be effective and for the students to pass the courses, they must be in good physical shape. In some of these courses, students may be exposed to chemical agents. It is the responsibility of students with medical issues that have to limit their participation to get medical clearance from their doctor before enrolling. Conditions such as high blood pressure, heart issues, lung issues, including bronchitis and asthma, or allergies are among those that call for such a visit.

CTSTI is not responsible for those students who do not seek medical consultation before participating in the course. Those unable to do the exercises cannot finish the instructor level course. It’s the student’s responsibility to ensure they are physically capable of meeting the course requirements.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive certification as a Combined Systems Instructor, enabling them to provide instruction to end users within their department. The certification remains valid for four years from the date of completion.

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October 14, 2025October 16, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPWashington State DOCConnell, WAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 15, 2025October 15, 2025Penn Arms ArmorersMonterey County Sheriff OfficeSalinas, CAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 17, 2025October 17, 2025Penn Arms ArmorersWashington State DOCConnell, WAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 20, 2025October 22, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPPhoenix Police DepartmentPhoenix, AZClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 28, 2025October 30, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPIowa Law Enforcement AgencyJohnston, IAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 10/14/2025
October 28, 2025October 30, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPLancaster SERTManheim, PA Click here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 28, 2025October 28, 2025Penn Arms ArmorersStamford Police DepartmentStamford, CTClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
October 28, 2025October 28, 2025Flashbang Less Lethal ICPSalinas Valley State PrisonSoledad, CAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Closed
November 4, 2025November 6, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPTom Green County Sheriff OfficeSan Angelo, TXClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 10/21/2025
November 4, 2025November 6, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPJackson Police DepartmentJackson, MSClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 10/21/2025
November 11, 2025November 13, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPMcPherson Police DepartmentMcPherson, KSClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 10/28/2025
November 11, 2025November 13, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPShelby County Sheriff OfficeMemphis, TNClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 10/28/2025
December 2, 2025December 4, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPArlington Police DepartmentArlington, TXClick here to see course detailsRegistration Open Until 11/4/2025
December 2, 2025December 4, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPShelby County Sheriff OfficeColumbiana, ALClick here to see course detailsRegistration Open Until 11/4/2025
December 8, 2025December 10, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPCity of Las Vegas Department of Public SafetyLas Vegas, NVClick here to see course detailsRegistration Open Until 11/10/2025
December 9, 2025December 11, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPStinesville Police DepartmentStinesville, INClick here to see course detailsRegistration Open Until 11/11/2025
December 10, 2025December 10, 2025Penn Arms ArmorersCalifornia Department of CorrectionsGalt, CAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 11/26/2025
December 11, 2025December 12, 2025Field Force GrenadierCity of Las Vegas Department of Public SafetyLas Vegas, NVClick here to see course detailsRegistration Open Until 11/13/2025
December 16, 2025December 18, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPStanislaus County Sheriff Modesto, CAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 12/2/2025
December 16, 2025December 18, 20253-Day Less Lethal ICPGeorgia State PatrolDouglasville, GAClick here to see course detailsCLASS IS A GO Registration Open Until 12/2/2025