MN Chiefs

Application deadline approaches for Advanced CLEO and Command

The series is a great way for chiefs and command staff to build networks and leadership credentials. Plus you'll work with national experts on one of the greatest challenges facing law enforcement. The 2019 Advanced CLEO and Command Academy will study and advance the most important elements of successful law enforcement wellness initiatives.

Chiefs forum will explore strategies to recruit and retain officers

Nearly 100 law enforcement leaders are expected to particapte in MCPA's 2018 Critical Issues Forum held December 12th in Bloomington. The program will focus on law enforcement strategies to recruit and retain police officers. The forum will be held at Schneider Theater on the city's civic campus from 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Training and Events

CLEO and Command Academy

October 29 - November 2 | EMTC Camp Ripley

Conflict Management, Mediation & Crisis Intervention

November 6, 13 & 27 | MCPA Training Center in New Brighton

MCPA Leadership Academy

December 4 -7 | Camp Ripley

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The Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA) is a nonprofit, professional membership organization with the mission of bringing the highest quality of police services to the people of Minnesota.

MCPA'S vision is to be the recognized voice for professional law enforcement in Minnesota. The association was founded in 1954 as a training and social organization to network and exchange ideas between law enforcement executives, it represents nearly 900 police chiefs, retired chiefs, and law enforcement leaders in Minnesota and its surrounding states.