CPOCF Training
CPOCF Training Program
The Chief Probation Officers of California Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. CPOCF supports and conducts research, provides educational and training activities relative to the development of the probation industry.
For more information regarding upcoming trainings, please click on Training Calendar.
Public Safety Officer’s Procedural Bill of Rights Act (POBR) – Tulare County
This course provides the students with a contextual understanding of the origin of the Act and its statewide purpose. We then proceed through the various facets of the Act, noting where and how it may arise and apply or not apply to hypothetical scenarios. The teaching objective is to have students leave the course understanding this body of law and with confidence in their ability to properly administer it. Review and analysis of the Public Safety Officers’ Procedural Bill of Rights Act (Gov Code sec. 3300-3312), including statutory modifications, court decisions impacting on the statute, and how the Act is to be applied.
Instructor: Paul Coble
Location: Visalia, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
STC Certification: 76772922 (7 hours)
Cost: $180 ($131.25 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will be provided.
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/wnzKN9
Managers Leadership Academy – San Bernardino County 2025
Rescheduled Dates
The 80-hour intensive training course is designed to prepare current probation managers for executive positions. The course blends practical skill building, individualized leadership development, and a focus on ethical, data-driven decision-making to cultivate California’s future probation leadership. The course is comprised of two weeks of classroom training, an intersession practicum assignment, self-paced learning modules, peer study groups, and a 360-leadership assessment.
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
MLA LPI Webinar:
March 11, 2025 – 9:00 am to 11:00am
Week 1:
April 28 – May 2, 2025
Monday to Thursday – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
Week 2:
June 2 – 6, 2025
Monday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
STC Certification: 80 Hours (STC # 09957046)
Cost: $1500 (STC Tuition)
Lunch is provided daily EXCEPT on May 2nd, and June 2nd due to half-day training.
Supervisor Endorsement Page: MLA San Bernardino Supervisor Endorsement Page
Register Here: https://cvent.me/YZBkd0
Supervisors Leadership Academy – Tulare County
The Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) is designed to prepare first line Probation Department supervisors for their new role as change leaders. Leadership can be defined as a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Whether this is your definition or not, being an effective leader is key for any supervisor. This SLA program is designed to take participants to the next level as a leader in their department. Topics that will be covered in week 1 include Real Colors temperament tool, leadership roles, organizational culture, learning organization, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Leading and Managing Change, understanding cycle of conflict and workforce diversity. Topics covered in week 2 include workforce diversity, conflict management, performance measures, data-decision making, reward & recognition, and coaching and mentoring.
Location: Visalia, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1: October 7 - 11, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am to 12:00pm
Week 2: November 18 – 21, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Wednesday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday | 8:00am to 2:00pm
STC Certification: 04447812 (60 Hours)
Cost: $1325 ($1125 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will not be provided , with exception for the last day (Nov. 21, 2024)
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/55Lb0E
Endorsement and essay: Endorsement and essay
Probation Writing Academy – Sacramento 2024
In - Person Training
The 3-Day California Probation Writing Academy is a 20-hour course designed to help attendees enhance their writing skills by using appropriate writing mechanics and techniques, as well as providing practical experience in writing reports and case notes. The course is structured to include lectures, group discussions, and individual and group exercises.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Virtual
Day 1: August 6th
9:00 am – 4:00 am
In-Person
Days 2 and 3: August 14th and 15th
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Daily
STC Certification: 05612039 (20 Hours)
Cost: $450 ($375 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will be provided on August 14th and 15th
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/05kOeD
Best Practices for Batterer Intervention Program (BIP) – Sacramento 2024
Batterer intervention programming (BIP) is an important component in the treatment of DV offenders. Ensuring that BIP providers comply with operational guidelines and use promising and evidence-based programming is a critical responsibility of California’s Probation Departments.
Supervisors Leadership Academy – Sacramento
Registration is Closed
The Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) is designed to prepare first line Probation Department supervisors for their new role as change leaders. Leadership can be defined as a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Whether this is your definition or not, being an effective leader is key for any supervisor. This SLA program is designed to take participants to the next level as a leader in their department. Topics that will be covered in week 1 include Real Colors temperament tool, leadership roles, organizational culture, learning organization, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Leading and Managing Change, understanding cycle of conflict and workforce diversity. Topics covered in week 2 include workforce diversity, conflict management, performance measures, data-decision making, reward & recognition, and coaching and mentoring.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1: August 19 – 23, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am to 12:00pm
Week 2: September 30 – October 3, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Wednesday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday | 8:00am to 2:00pm
STC Certification: 04447812 (60 Hours)
Cost: $1325 ($1125 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will not be provided , with exception for the last day (Oct. 3, 2024)
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/PerBvr
Endorsement and essay: SLA Endorsement & Essay
Managers Leadership Academy – Sacramento County 2024
Registration Closed
The 80-hour intensive training course is designed to prepare current probation managers for executive positions. The course blends practical skill building, individualized leadership development, and a focus on ethical, data-driven decision-making to cultivate California’s future probation leadership. The course is comprised of two weeks of classroom training, an intersession practicum assignment, self-paced learning modules, peer study groups, and a 360-leadership assessment.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1:
September 9-13, 2024
Monday to Thursday – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Week 2:
October 21-25, 2024
Monday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
STC Certification: 80 Hours (STC # 09957046)
Cost: $1500 (STC Tuition)
Lunch is provided daily EXCEPT on September 13th and October 21st due to half-day training
Practical Management in Probation – Sacramento 2024
In - Person Training
This course will provide management-level staff with pragmatic solutions to real-world issues in their leadership roles. Topics will include leadership vs. management, thinking like a Chief, implementing new processes, dealing with personnel issues, overcoming challenges, running productive meetings and systems, and effective team building.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
May 21-22, 2024
Tuesday – Wednesday
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
STC Certification: 00606050 (15 Hours)
Cost: $500 ($281.25 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will be provided
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/dk4LmR
Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) Booster – April 2024
CPOC Foundation is pleased to present the SLA Booster Course, a program specifically tailored for graduates who have successfully completed the Supervisors Leadership Academy. The course covers a range of leadership topics, including self-care, the stages of competence, coaching and delegation, time management, and accountability. The discussion will also emphasize the importance of fostering teamwork and collaboration by nurturing a team and equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Dates: April 23-25, 2024
Tuesday & Wednesday – 8:30am to 4:30pm
Thursday – 8:00am to 12:00pm
STC Certification: #09942971 (18 Hours)
Cost: $350 STC Tuition ($337.50 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will be provided Tuesday & Wednesday
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ax5D9y
Supervisors Leadership Academy – San Luis Obispo
Registration Open
The Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) is designed to prepare first line Probation Department supervisors for their new role as change leaders. Leadership can be defined as a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Whether this is your definition or not, being an effective leader is key for any supervisor. This SLA program is designed to take participants to the next level as a leader in their department. Topics that will be covered in week 1 include Real Colors temperament tool, leadership roles, organizational culture, learning organization, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Leading and Managing Change, understanding cycle of conflict and workforce diversity. Topics covered in week 2 include workforce diversity, conflict management, performance measures, data-decision making, reward & recognition, and coaching and mentoring.
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1: April 8 – 12, 2024
Week 2: May 13 – May 17, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am to 12:00pm
STC Certification: Certified for 68 Hours for
both weeks.
STC # Week 1: 04447812
STC # Week 2: 00532788
Cost: $1300 ($1275 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will not be provided
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/XZ5X7a
Endorsement and essay: Endorsement and essay
Supervisors Leadership Academy – Sacramento
Registration Closed
The Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) is designed to prepare first line Probation Department supervisors for their new role as change leaders. Leadership can be defined as a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Whether this is your definition or not, being an effective leader is key for any supervisor. This SLA program is designed to take participants to the next level as a leader in their department. Topics that will be covered in week 1 include Real Colors temperament tool, leadership roles, organizational culture, learning organization, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Leading and Managing Change, understanding cycle of conflict and workforce diversity. Topics covered in week 2 include workforce diversity, conflict management, performance measures, data-decision making, reward & recognition, and coaching and mentoring.
Location: Sacramento, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1: March 11-15, 2024
Week 2: April 29 – May 3, 2024
Monday | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday | 8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday | 8:00am to 12:00pm
STC Certification: Certified for 68 Hours for
both weeks.
STC # Week 1: 04447812
STC # Week 2: 00532788
Cost: $1300 ($1275 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will not be provided
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/Vwxn18
Endorsement and essay: Endorsement and Essay
Foster Care Training: Quality Matters – Enhancing Caseworker Visits for Foster Care Youth to Succeed
Registration Closed
Quality engagement is essential when visiting youth in out-of-home care as this crucial component assist with ensuring positive outcomes for foster care youth. Since the federal passage of the Child and Family Services Improvement Act of 2006, the state of California has upgraded the performance standards for caseworker visits to be in accordance with federal guidelines that includes frequency, location, and quality of caseworker visits.
Managers Leadership Academy – Orange County 2024
Registration Closed
The 80-hour intensive training course is designed to prepare current probation managers for executive positions. The course blends practical skill building, individualized leadership development, and a focus on ethical, data-driven decision-making to cultivate California’s future probation leadership. The course is comprised of two weeks of classroom training, an intersession practicum assignment, self-paced learning modules, peer study groups, and a 360-leadership assessment.
Location: Orange County, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1:
February 5-9, 2024
Monday to Thursday – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Week 2:
March 18-22, 2024
Monday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday – 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
STC Certification: 80 Hours (STC # 09957046)
Cost: $1500 (STC Tuition)
Lunch will be provided
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/ZvYMd1
Supervisor Endorsement Document: MLA Endorsement
COVID-19 Update for In-Person Trainings: CPOC will actively monitor state and local guidance to ensure a continued focus on the health and safety of our attendees, trainers and CPOC staff. Courses scheduled in-person may move to a virtual format depending on local restrictions and recommendations.
Supervisors Leadership Academy – San Bernardino
Registration Closed
The Supervisors Leadership Academy (SLA) is designed to prepare first line Probation Department supervisors for their new role as change leaders. Leadership can be defined as a process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Whether this is your definition or not, being an effective leader is key for any supervisor. This SLA program is designed to take participants to the next level as a leader in their department. Topics that will be covered in week 1 include Real Colors temperament tool, leadership roles, organizational culture, learning organization, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Leading and Managing Change, understanding cycle of conflict and workforce diversity. Topics covered in week 2 include workforce diversity, conflict management, performance measures, data-decision making, reward & recognition, and coaching and mentoring.
Location: San Bernardino, CA (training location address will be provided upon completion of registration)
Course Schedule:
Week 1: Jan. 8 – Jan. 12
Week 2: Feb. 26 – March 1
Monday – 10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday to Thursday – 8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday – 8:00am – 3:00pm
STC Certification: Certified for 68 Hours for
both weeks.
STC # Week 1: 04447812
STC # Week 2: 00532788
Cost: $1300 ($1275 STC Reimbursable)
Lunch will not be provided
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/N5DAQx
Endorsement and essay: SLA Endorsement and Essay
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CPOC Hope Navigator Training
Hope Navigator Course: At a Glance
The Hope Navigator Course is an in-depth “train-the-trainer” training that builds the capacity to train, provide leadership and support with finding, enhancing, and modeling hope-centered initiatives. Hope Navigators are empowered to develop and implement hope-centered initiatives to improve the wellbeing and goal attainment of targeted populations.