Courses


MACNLOW training courses provide relevant, practical information you will take back and use immediately in the workplace! Utilizing a combination of lecture, small and large group exercises, personal assessment tools and role play, we actively involve attendees in the learning process. Because our class sizes are limited, your personal questions and concerns will always be addressed.
In addition to the courses shown below, MACNLOW has many other options from which to choose.  If you don't see something you're looking for, please contact us for assistance or to host a course at your agency.  We also provide customized in-service training programs to address the specific needs of your agency.
Our calendar is updated weekly, so please check back often for more information or contact us at info@macnlow.com or at 517-410-0825 to be added to our mailing list.
Please note that all classes run from 8 am to 5 pm unless otherwise noted in the course description. Pricing information is included in the course description.

Cancellation/Refund Policy (as of 9-1-17):  All course cancellations must be in writing and sent via e-mail to register@macnlow.com. Cancellations made within four days of registration will be fully refunded or not billed to the agency, provided the initial registration occurs more than two weeks prior to the class start date. Cancellations made after four days of the initial registration date and up to two weeks prior to the course start date will be refunded less a $50 processing fee.  Cancellations made with less than two weeks notice prior to the course start date will be refunded less a $100 processing fee as MACNLOW has already committed those funds for the course.  No shows are non-refundable.  For special circumstances regarding cancellations, please contact Kristen at 517-410-0825 or send e-mail to info@macnlow.com.

March 28, 2023

Legal Update for Law Enforcement (8 am to noon)

Charlotte MI

This four-hour course reviews the latest in Federal and Michigan statutes, case law, and court opinions that affect the law enforcement profession. Keep yourself, your colleagues, and your agency out of trouble by staying on top of changes and developments in the law.
 
Topics cov... More Info

March 28, 2023

Legal Update for Law Enforcement (1 pm to 5 pm)

Charlotte MI

This four-hour course reviews the latest in Federal and Michigan statutes, case law, and court opinions that affect the law enforcement profession. Keep yourself, your colleagues, and your agency out of trouble by staying on top of changes and developments in the law.
 
Topics cov... More Info

April 03, 2023

Advanced Supervision

Canton MI

This course focuses on dealing with difficult/problem employees, empowering employees, supervisory ethics, managing projects, problem solving, managing workplace relationships, and handling special details.  Attendees develop new knowledge and skills in: “Solving” difficu... More Info

April 10, 2023

Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School

Livonia MI

MACNLOW’s Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School enables attendees to meet all SNC Module II requirements (MNA2022-2926) by attending all five days for $699 or any one-day course for $275.  Our team utilizes a unique & practical combination of lecture, personal assessmen... More Info

May 01, 2023

Basic 40-Hour Dispatch School

Charlotte MI

MACNLOW’s Basic 40-Hour Dispatch School utilizes a unique and practical combination of lecture, personal assessment, small group exercises, skill-building exercises, and role play to cement learning. Our instructors for this course are all highly-qualified, experienced disp... More Info

May 08, 2023

Robb Elementary School Shooting: Investigation, Evaluation, and Analysis

Virtual Classroom with Live In

This course is designed to provide information regarding the circumstances and events leading up to and surrounding the Robb Elementary School Shooting in Uvalde, Texas. It will delve into the incident with a comprehensive classroom discussion of the facts to help further understand the events and a... More Info

May 09, 2023

Psychology Behind School Shooters

While we all hope that a school shooting incident will not take place in our jurisdiction, sadly, we know that no community is exempt from violence. We must continue to do all we can to be prepared when it does happen.  This course provides an intense look at the psychology behind a school shoo... More Info

May 11, 2023

Inmate Classification

Mason MI

Inmate classification is one of the highest areas of liability for any jail or lockup and jail lawsuits are on the rise in this state and across the nation. An effective, well-defined classification system along with properly trained classification staff will help reduce escapes and escape attempts,... More Info

May 15, 2023

Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School

Charlotte MI

MACNLOW’s Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School enables attendees to meet all SNC Module II requirements (MNA2022-2926) by attending all five days for $699 or any one-day course for $275.  Our team utilizes a unique & practical combination of lecture, personal assessmen... More Info

May 24, 2023

Legal Update for Law Enforcement (8 am to noon)

Canton MI

This four-hour course reviews the latest in Federal and Michigan statutes, case law, and court opinions that affect the law enforcement profession. Keep yourself, your colleagues, and your agency out of trouble by staying on top of changes and developments in the law.
 
Topics cov... More Info

May 24, 2023

Legal Update for Law Enforcement (1 pm to 5 pm)

Canton MI

This four-hour course reviews the latest in Federal and Michigan statutes, case law, and court opinions that affect the law enforcement profession. Keep yourself, your colleagues, and your agency out of trouble by staying on top of changes and developments in the law.
 
Topics cov... More Info

May 31, 2023

Robb Elementary School Shooting: Investigation, Evaluation, and Analysis

Gaylord MI

This course is designed to provide information regarding the circumstances and events leading up to and surrounding the Robb Elementary School Shooting in Uvalde, Texas. It will delve into the incident with a comprehensive classroom discussion of the facts to help further understand the events and a... More Info

June 01, 2023

Active Shooter Incidents for Dispatch

Gaylord MI

Active shooter incidents are dynamic situations that pose many unique challenges for public safety communications.  These situations require an enormous response from law enforcement, fire, EMS, various support entities and communication centers.   As with any other type of ... More Info

September 14, 2023

Operation Northern Exposure: A Public Safety Leadership Forum

Petoskey MI

Join us on September 14-15, 2023, in Petoskey, Michigan, for Operation Northern Exposure, a public safety leadership forum brought to you by a partnership between MACNLOW Associates and Command Presence. 

Topics include: Intentionally designing your organizational c... More Info

September 18, 2023

Basic 40-Hour Dispatch School

Kalamazoo MI

MACNLOW’s Basic 40-Hour Dispatch School utilizes a unique and practical combination of lecture, personal assessment, small group exercises, skill-building exercises, and role play to cement learning. Our instructors for this course are all highly-qualified, experienced disp... More Info

October 02, 2023

Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School

Kalamazoo MI

MACNLOW’s Advanced 40-Hour Dispatch School enables attendees to meet all SNC Module II requirements (MNA2022-2926) by attending all five days for $750 or any one-day course for $275.  Our team utilizes a unique & practical combination of lecture, personal asse... More Info