NAFTO Basic Field Training Officer School
Description
NAFTO's Basic FTO School is a nationally recognized model for preparing experienced patrol officers for a career in field training. The San Jose Model, Reno Model, and
Modified San Jose Model are discussed. The course focuses on the FTO themselves, and how they can improve their interpersonal and instruction skills to increase trainee
retention. The classes incorporate a variety of learning activities, including group work, case law discussion, and video scenarios. This 24-hour class covers such topics as Intro to FTO, Adult Learning, Generational Leadership, Standardized Evaluations Guidelines, Ethics, Equal Opportunity Employment, Civil Liability, and Officer Safety. Each block of study is directed at the Field Training Officer, and ways to improve their teaching, work product, and approach to today’s Officer in Training. Information includes motivating different generations of trainees, career survival for the FTO, and liability pertaining to evaluations. Unlike most schools, NAFTO does not focus on a single model of field training. NAFTO offers techniques and skills that can be applied within any training model.
Description
NAFTO's Basic FTO School is a nationally recognized model for preparing experienced patrol officers for a career in field training. The San Jose Model, Reno Model, and
Modified San Jose Model are discussed. The course focuses on the FTO themselves, and how they can improve their interpersonal and instruction skills to increase trainee
retention. The classes incorporate a variety of learning activities, including group work, case law discussion, and video scenarios. This 24-hour class covers such topics as Intro to FTO, Adult Learning, Generational Leadership, Standardized Evaluations Guidelines, Ethics, Equal Opportunity Employment, Civil Liability, and Officer Safety. Each block of study is directed at the Field Training Officer, and ways to improve their teaching, work product, and approach to today’s Officer in Training. Information includes motivating different generations of trainees, career survival for the FTO, and liability pertaining to evaluations. Unlike most schools, NAFTO does not focus on a single model of field training. NAFTO offers techniques and skills that can be applied within any training model.
Location
River Spirit Casino and Resort
8330 Riverside Parkwy
Tulsa
State: OK
Zip Code: 74137
8330 Riverside Parkwy
Tulsa
State: OK
Zip Code: 74137
Start Time
08-24-2026 08:00 AM
End Time
08-26-2026 05:00 PM
Course Information:
Cost: $375
Hours: 24
Contact Information:
Contact: Tyler Packer
Email: Training@nafto.org
Phone: 602-687-5977 X2
Last Modified on
Jul 20, 2026
