Course Course Summary Section 1 Content Section 1 Content Left Section 1 Content Right Credit Type: Course ACE ID: VSPA-0004 Organization: Virginia State Police Academy Location: Classroom-based Length: 2 weeks (56 hours) Dates Offered: 8/1/2022 - 7/31/2025 6/1/2019 - 7/31/2022 8/1/2015 - 5/31/2019 10/1/2008 - 7/31/2015 7/1/2004 - 9/30/2008 Credit Recommendation & Competencies Section 2 Content Section 2 Content Left Section 2 Content Right Level Credits (SH) Subject Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Human Resources Description Section 3 Content Section 3 Content Left Section 3 Content Right Objective: The course objective is to prepare first line civilian supervisors to comprehend their role in the agency and to be afforded the opportunity to enhance their supervisory skill sets. Learning Outcomes: Gain insight regarding the proper role of the first line supervisor Potential liability attached to supervisory positions Application of ethical leadership Utilization of human resources and the proper application of problem solving techniques crafted to enhance productivity Methods of coaching and mentoring employees Proper scheduling General Topics: Public speaking Critical incident stress management practices Role of the first line supervisor Workplace harassment Coaching and mentoring Leadership and ethical frameworks Supervisor liability Media relations Cultural diversity Problem recognition and solving Managing generational differences Budgeting Instruction & Assessment Section 4 Content Section 4 Content Left Section 4 Content Right Instructional Strategies: Audio Visual Materials Classroom Exercise Discussion Learner Presentations Lectures Practical Exercises Methods of Assessment: Examinations Performance Rubrics (Checklists) Presentations Minimum Passing Score: 70% Supplemental Materials Section 5 Content Section 5 Content Left Section 5 Content Right Section 6 Content Section 6 Content Left Section 6 Content Right Button Content Rail Content 1 Other offerings from Virginia State Police Academy Advanced Traffic Crash Investigation - (Level II) (VSPA-0013) At-Scene Advanced Crash Investigation (Level I) (VSPA-0012) Basic Canine Techniques: Bloodhound (VSPA-0015) Basic Canine Techniques: Explosives (VSPA-0009) Basic Canine Techniques: Narcotics (VSPA-0008) Basic Canine Techniques: Patrol (VSPA-0014) Dispatcher Basic Course (VSPA-0007) Entry-Level Law Enforcement Training (VSPA-0001) General Instructor Development Course (VSPA-0005) Intermediate Forensics Course (VSPA-0006) View All Courses Page Content