The complete package may be purchased here. This self-paced online leadership program is thoughtfully developed for law enforcement leaders. Modules address key leadership themes across the individual, agency, and community level, with opportunities for peer engagement.
Module 1: Leadership Foundations (available now)
Module 2: Organizational Leadership (coming late 2026)
Module 3: Strategic Leadership & Public Trust (coming 2027)
In this first of three modules of IACP's Chiefs Leadership Certificate Program, you explore today’s complex policing environment as a police leader. You’ll explore how self-awareness, resilience, decision-making, communication, and strategy shape not only your leadership effectiveness, but the culture, trust, and legitimacy of your organization. Through real-world scenarios and practical frameworks, you’ll strengthen your ability to navigate conflict, manage stress, make sound executive decisions, and respond to emerging challenges. This module lays the groundwork for principled, adaptive leadership that endures under pressure.
Leadership Foundations
Through real-world scenarios and practical frameworks, explore the unique challenges and skills necessary to lead a police agency. This module lays the foundation for personal leadership growth. Develop self-mastery, a leadership mindset, a clear ethical framework for decision-making, and core executive leadership competencies.
Topics Covered in this Module:
Lesson 1: Identifying Your Personal Leadership Style Lesson 2: Integrity and Personal Values Lesson 3: Resilience and Stress Management Lesson 4: Building Trust Lesson 5: Leading Organizational Culture and Change Lesson 6: Strategic Planning and Vision-Setting Lesson 7: Executive Decision-Making Lesson 8: Conflict Management and Negotiation Lesson 9: Communication and Public Speaking Lesson 10: Navigating Emerging Issues
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