Conference Sessions
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The Psychology of Domestic Violence and the Role of the Telecommunicator
1 to 2 Hour Session
Domestic-related calls are among the most dangerous and emotionally charged situations Telecommunicators face—yet they’re also some of the most common. Are you prepared to handle them with the insight and skill they demand?
In this powerful and eye-opening course, we’ll dive deep into the real hazards of responding to domestic incidents. You’ll gain a greater understanding of why victims often remain in these situations and uncover the powerful statistics behind these complex calls.
Most importantly, we’ll focus on what YOU can do to make a difference. Discover actionable strategies that can help prevent responder injuries and fatalities—because behind every call is a life on the line.
Instructor Jason Long
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The Hidden Cost of Heroism: PTSD and Suicide Prevention for Responders
1 to 2 Hour Session
In the high-stress world of emergency response, your mental well-being is just as critical as your skills on the job. This impactful course dives deep into the realities of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the importance of mental health for Telecommunicators and first responders.
Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for recognizing, managing, and navigating PTSD throughout your career. You'll also learn how to spot warning signs of suicide among peers—because being there for others starts with being aware.
This isn’t just another class—it’s a call to action to protect your mind, support your team, and take ownership of your own self-care. Because the stronger you are, the more lives you can help save.
Instructor Jason Long
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Effective Strategies for Dealing with Workplace Conflict
1 to 2 Hour Session
Tension in the radio room is inevitable—but conflict doesn’t have to be toxic (or boring to talk about). This fun, interactive course tackles real-world conflict scenarios that arise among co-workers in public safety communications—with a healthy dose of laughter along the way.We’ll explore the common types of workplace conflict, break down the personalities behind the drama, and equip you with practical, proven strategies to de-escalate tension and build stronger team dynamics.
Expect insightful discussion, relatable examples, and yes—even some comedic relief—because sometimes, the best way to defuse conflict is to laugh about it (then learn from it). Whether you're a frontline Telecommunicator or a supervisor, you'll walk away with tools to foster a more respectful, collaborative, and productive workplace.
Instructor Jason Long
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TIMS for Telecommunicators: Ensuring Safe Responses
1 to 2 Hour Session
Stranded cars, blocked highways, and chaotic crash scenes — what happens next depends on you.
This eye-opening and interactive class centered around the National Traffic Incident Management System (TIMS). You’ll explore how even a single crash can ripple into traffic backups, secondary collisions, and increased danger for everyone on the road — unless the right steps are taken quickly and safely.
We’ll break down the essential roles that Telecommunicators play behind the scenes, from coordinating response efforts to protecting first responders and the public. Learn how your voice, timing, and decisions can be the game-changer in critical traffic incidents.
This isn’t just theory — it’s real-life impact. Come prepared to engage, reflect, and walk away with strategies that can save lives and reduce chaos on the roadways.
Instructor Jason Long
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Mastering Weather-Related Call-Taking
1 Hour Session
From swirling tornadoes to powerful thunderstorms, weather can turn dangerous in an instant—and when it does, Telecommunicators are the first line of defense.
In this high-impact class, you’ll explore real-world weather-related emergencies and learn the protocols that can save lives. We’ll dive into call-taking best practices for tornado sightings, severe storms, and other critical weather events, empowering you to stay calm and take control when seconds count.
You’ll also gain insight into weather spotting techniques—especially for tornado activity—and discover how your voice, guidance, and accurate information are essential to a swift and coordinated emergency response.
Whether you’re new to the role or looking to sharpen your storm-response skills, this class delivers the tools and confidence to lead through the chaos.
Instructor Jason Long
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From Call to Conviction: Telecommunicators' Impact on Arson Cases
1 Hour Session
When flames ignite, every second counts—and so does every question you ask. This high-impact course is designed to equip Telecommunicators with the tools they need to play a pivotal role in arson investigations. From the first call to the final report, your actions can help uncover the truth behind the blaze.
We’ll explore how asking the right questions can reveal crucial details about origin, intent, and possible suspects. Learn how to identify red flags, capture accurate caller statements, and document critical information that investigators rely on.
Topics include:
What legally defines arson
Strategic questioning to uncover key details
Proper documentation that stands up in court
Real-world scenarios and case studies
If you're ready to enhance your impact on fire-related incidents and sharpen your investigative instincts, this course is for you. Bring your curiosity—because where there’s smoke, there’s often more than fire.
Instructor Jason Long
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Mastering the Pursuit Process: From Novice to Expert
1 to 2 Hour Session
Despite the challenges that come with handling pursuits, it can be a relatively straightforward task. This course aims to provide valuable insights into how to handle pursuits, regardless of whether you're new to the process or an experienced professional seeking to enhance your skills. The focus will be on the Telecommunicator's role in managing pursuit calls, covering essential topics such as the information required for pursuits, effective techniques, notifications, and other factors that contribute to a successful pursuit. Additionally, we will review past pursuits and evaluate what could have been done better had we been the ones managing them.
Instructor Jason Long
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FIT for the Call
2 to 8 Hour Session
This course aims to educate Telecommunicators on health and wellness, emphasizing functional movement exercises. The initial segment of the class will focus on proper nutrition and cultivating healthy eating habits while on duty in the radio room. Subsequently, our fitness trainers will lead a session on functional movement exercises. This section will teach fundamental movements that align with your exercise goals and improve overall health. It's worth noting that this class is not about weight lifting or complex exercises, but rather practical movements that can be performed in the radio room or anywhere else.
Instructor Charles Hedgespeth
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The Dark Reality: An Introduction to Human Trafficking
2 to 8 Hour Session
This course aims to provide students with the ability to delineate the definitions of human trafficking and sex crimes. Students will gain knowledge on the different types of exploitation such as sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and child trafficking. Furthermore, the course will delve into the interrelation with societal problems like poverty, gender inequality, and migration. It is a course that offers valuable insights to individuals in the fields of law enforcement and emergency response.
Instructor Ricky Lynn
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Gratitude is our Super Power
1 to 2 Hour Session
In this session, we will learn that everyday is a great day to practice gratitude! By intentionally recognizing the good around us, we cultivate a mindset that fosters happiness and resilience at work and, more importantly, at home. When we can incorporate gratitude into our daily routine, we can live a more fulfilling and emotionally intelligent life.
This has been a favorite keynote for several conferences
Instructor Charles Hedgespeth
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Followershi* isn't a Bad Word
1 to 3 Hour Session
Join us for a dynamic session on Followership, where we delve into the often-overlooked yet crucial role that followership plays in effective leadership and team success. In this session, we will explore the symbiotic relationship between leaders and followers, highlighting how strong followership can enhance leadership effectiveness. Participants will learn about the essential qualities of good followers. By understanding the importance of followership, attendees will gain insights into how teamwork thrives when all members are aligned and committed to a common goal. This session aims to empower individuals at all organizational levels to embrace their roles, fostering a collaborative environment where both leaders and followers can flourish.
Instructor Charles Hedgespeth
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The Miracle Grow Effect: Cultivating Strength Not Weakness
1 to 2 Hour Session
Currently in a leadership role? Great! Not currently in a leadership role? Wrong, we are all leaders! As leaders, we can inspire growth or, unintentionally, hinder progress. In this session, Charles Hedgespeth, a leadership practitioner and trainer with over 15 years of experience, explores how leaders should act as "Miracle-Gro" to nurture strengths, rather than weaknesses within their teams and students.
Using practical tools, real-world examples, and interactive activities, attendees will learn to cultivate strengths, address weaknesses constructively, and build a culture of growth.
Through self-reflection exercises and group discussions, we will discover ways to increase self-awareness and our leadership impact. Attendees will be equipped with strategies to grow high-performing, resilient teams by making strengths stronger!
Let's explore how intentional actions, through leadership and instruction, can transform your team and your entire organization.
Instructor Charles Hedgespeth
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From Call to Resolution: Telecommunicator's Response to Disturbance Calls
1-2 Hour Session
This comprehensive course is designed for 911 telecommunicators to handle a variety of disturbance calls effectively, ensuring the safety of responders and the community. Participants will gain essential skills in managing situations such as disorderly conduct, trespassing, welfare checks, alcohol-related incidents, overdoses, loud music, loitering, and indecent exposure. The training will focus on maintaining calm, professionalism, and clear communication under pressure while also applying appropriate protocols for dispatching law enforcement, medical, or other emergency responders.
Through practical scenarios and role-playing exercises, telecommunicators will develop a deeper understanding of the nature of these disturbances and the best methods for gathering critical information, assessing potential risks, and responding appropriately. The course will also emphasize the importance of empathy, de-escalation techniques, and ensuring the well-being of all individuals involved in these calls.
Key Topics Include:
Identifying and managing disorderly conduct and trespassing incidents
Conducting welfare checks with safety in mind
Handling alcohol-related calls and overdoses effectively
Managing loud music and loitering complaints
Responding to calls involving indecent exposure
De-escalation and conflict resolution strategies
Understanding legal and safety protocols for disturbance calls
Upon completion, telecommunicators will be better equipped to handle these types of calls with confidence and professionalism, ensuring positive outcomes in potentially volatile situations.
Instructor Jason Long
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Purpose Unleashed: Crafting Your Vision, Mission, and Core Values
Up to 8-Hour Session
During this interactive course, participants will delve into the heart of the work they do, the vision they want to accomplish, and the impact they want to have. We will define purpose, identify personal core values, and examine questions such as “Why did you choose service?” and “Why did you choose this specific field of service?” Understanding yourself will help you align and find fulfillment within your organization.
The group will then work on designing or updating the vision and mission for their organization, identifying organizational core values, and aligning behind a common purpose. Through activities and thoughtful questioning participants will develop these guiding statements providing transparency and expectations for the public and cohesion within the organization.
Instructor Katie Hamilton
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Unlocking Effective Discipline: Mastering Documentation
1 to 2 Hour Session
This session highlights the important role of documentation in the discipline process. Uncover the secrets to precision and objectivity using tools and best practices that ensure your documentation stands up to scrutiny. This class will focus on performance and behavior that requires progressive discipline measures, such as inconsistent attendance, excessive tardiness, unwarranted negativity, and roller coaster performance. Walk away confident in applying these techniques to your most difficult disciple situations.
Instructor Katie Hamilton
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No Bad Days: Emotional Recognition
2 to 4 Hour Session
This session explores key concepts in wellness, focusing on emotional intelligence and the transformative power of gratitude. Participants will learn to identify the five parts of wellness and develop a deeper understanding of emotional intelligence. Practical tools will be introduced to help recognize and manage emotions in real-time. Additionally, the course will highlight the benefits of gratitude and demonstrate how incorporating emotional recognition and gratitude practices can significantly improve both personal and professional performance.
Objectives:
Identify the 5 Parts of Wellness
Define Emotional Intelligence
Use tools to recognize your emotions in the moment
Identify the benefits of Gratitude
Recognize how practicing emotional recognition and gratitude can impact personal and professional performance.
Instructor Charles Hedgespeth
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100X: Become a Leader Worth Following
1 Hour Session
This session equips leaders with actionable frameworks to foster empowerment, growth, and intentionality within their spheres of influence. Through three key tools—the Support Challenge Matrix, 5 Circles of Influence, and Know Yourself to Lead Yourself—participants will enhance their self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership effectiveness.
Key Learning Outcomes:
-Support Challenge Matrix: Learn to balance high support and high challenge to create an empowering culture. Avoid extremes that lead to dominance, overprotection, or apathy by calibrating these variables to inspire and motivate others.
-5 Circles of Influence: Discover how intentionality in five areas—Self, Family, Team, Organization, and Community—drives meaningful progress. Start with self-leadership and radiate intentional growth outward.
-Know Yourself to Lead Yourself: Increase self-awareness by identifying personal tendencies and patterns that shape leadership behaviors. Develop strategies to consciously choose actions that foster healthier relationships and impactful leadership.
Instructor Katie Hamilton