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Peer Support Training

Peer Support Training

Training specifically designed for CLEOs and Command Staff

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM (CDT) to Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 12:30 PM (CDT)
44 Seats Remaining

* Registration open until 4/28/25 at 12:00 AM (CST)

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Peer Support Training for CLEOs and Command Staff

Law Enforcement personnel face ongoing high-stress situations, traumatic events and workplace demands not faced by other careers.  These events can significantly impact their mental health and overall wellbeing. Peer support can be the first line of defense in stress management and mental health for public safety.  Peer contact improves mental health outcomes, including suicide prevention and fosters a culture of wellness in your organization. 

This 30-hour, in-person State-approved Peer Support Training is designed for chief and command-level law enforcement officers to support each other through challenges and better understand their department's needs. A peer support team is essential.

POST Board approved for 30 CEUs (in-person) and complies with MN Statute §181.9731 (Public Safety Peer Counseling).

Target Audience:
This in-person training is specifically designed for Chief Law Enforcement Officers (CLEOs) and Command Staff.

Training Details:

  • Dates: May 5–8, 2025
  • Schedule:
    • Monday–Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    • Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Location: Black Box Theater, Bloomington Civic Plaza
  • Lunch will be provided Monday through Wednesday, along with daily snacks.
  • What to Bring: Please bring a reusable water bottle; filling stations will be available.

Trainers:

  • Andrea Hendel, MA, LMFT – Owner, Psychotherapist (Sunrise Wellness)
  • Kacie Allen, MA – Psychotherapist (Sunrise Wellness)

Registration Options

Credits Price
Attendee Ticket
Registration is open to all agencies' CLEOs and Command Staff. To complete the process, you must log in or create an account. Membership is not required.
$250.00
Monday, May 5th Tuesday, May 6th Wednesday, May 7th Thursday, May 8th
8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 5 pm 8 am - 12:30 pm
WHY PEER SUPPORT? SELF ASSESSMENT OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING MENTAL ILLNESS
Rules, laws and Statute Review STRESS LINE OF DUTY DEATHS  LAW ENFORCEMENT SUICIDE
CONFIDENTIALITY TRAUMA GRIEF/LOSS MARRIAGE 
ETHICS/BOUNDARIES COPING TOOLS DEFUSINGS/DEBRIEFING THRIVING  AND COPING TOOL REVIEW
STRESS RELIEVERS AND COPING TOOLS CRITICAL INCIDENTS   MORAL INJURY  
COMMUNICATION/LISTENING  PTSD STRESS RELIEVERS  
NONVERBAL COMMUNICATIONS COMPASSION FATIGUE COPING TOOLS  
  BURNOUT    
  BOUNCE BACK    

Payment Information:
An invoice will be automatically generated with this registration.  You may pay by credit card using the link provided, or you can print the invoice and forward it to your finance department for processing.  Payment is due at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the Leadership Academy.

Cancellation policy:
When registrations are canceled for MCPA training events, the following refund policies will apply:

  • Cancellations requested more than one month prior to the start of the event will receive a full refund, less a cancellation fee of $75 or 25%, whichever is smaller.
  • Cancellations requested two weeks to one month prior to the start of the event will receive a 50% refund.
  • Cancellations requested less than two weeks prior to the start of the event will not be refunded.

Refunds will be issued by check.  

There is one alternative to canceling a registration:

  • Agencies may opt to substitute a different attendee for the person who originally registered for no additional fee and should notify MCPA of the change prior to the class so POST credit can be properly assigned.

Minimum enrollment:

All trainings require a minimum number of registrants in order to proceed.  The number for each class depends on the class format and the requirements of the instructors.  All MCPA trainings will be evaluated 10 days prior to the training date to determine if there are sufficient registrations to proceed.  If registration is not sufficient, the class will be canceled or rescheduled, all registrants will be notified, and each person can choose to receive a full refund or to apply their payment to a future class.

For training-related questions, please contact Emily Herman at the Bloomington Police Department at 952-563-8854 or via email at eherman@bloomingtonmn.gov.

For cancellations or billing inquiries, please reach out to MCPA staff at 651-467-0677 or email info@mnchiefs.org.