Illinois Tactical Officers Association 
Please note our updated refund policy for training and events:
The Illinois Tactical Officers Association (ITOA) refund policy for those who cancel their attendance at an ITOA paid event is as follows:ITOA Refund Policy (effective from February 10, 2025)
- A full refund will be issued if cancellation occurs at least 30 calendar days prior to the event.
- If cancelled 7-29 calendar days prior to the event, a 50% refund will be issued.
- Cancellations less than 7 calendar days prior to the event will not be granted a refund.
Additionally, a registrant who does not attend the event for which they are registered will not receive a refund.
NOTICE REGARDING SIG 320 PISTOL:
Due to recent events and out of an abundance of caution, with the safety of our members, student officers, and instructors being paramount; the SIG 320 pistol and its variant models will no longer be allowed for carry or use, nor may it be present in or during any ITOA event or program, until such time as to the issue of safety has been resolved to our satisfaction.
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Free Training Opportunity: The Bulletproof Mind (MTU #16) Dear ITOA Members, Lt. Col. Grossman has been a presenter to ITOA over many years. He is an amazing presenter who illustrates lifesaving issues that every law enforcement officer should hear and know. Make the time to be part of this vitally important presentation offered through our friends at Tri-River Training MTU #16. Jeff Chudwin ITOA Board Member and Immediate Past President The Bulletproof Mind: Lt. Col. Dave Grossman Plainfield Fire Protection District Headquarters 23748 W. 135th St., Plainfield, IL. 60544 Thursday; December 17, 2026 8:00 am till 4:00 pm This course complies with the guidelines of the following mandate(s):
Psychological preparation for combat. Bringing together current trends in violence, from terrorists to aggravated assaults, Lt. Col Grossman merges his research into a presentation affirming the life that all law enforcement and military professionals have chosen to lead. Within that context, Grossman presents a model for action that ensures professionals can train for and overcome the unique mental stressors of possible violence. Find out what to expect when your heart rate rises and blood drains from your face, and how to avoid it. A cornerstone for professional training if you might come into contact with inter-personal violence. Knowing what strange and wonderful things might happen to your body in these stressful situations is the first step to making the correct decision in the heat of the moment…and after. REGISTRATION: Your Department Training Coordinator must have an account with MTU #16 to register for classes. Individual registrations are not allowed. Visit our website at www.tri-river.org for further details. View the flyer to learn more: The Bulletproof Mind 12.17.26.pdf
National Tactical Officers Association Training Opportunity: SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I 11/30/2026 thru 12/4/2026 Urbana, IL Co-Hosted By Mobile Training Unit #12 Course Overview This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT issues, tactics and procedures. Topics include major incident debriefs; leadership issues, emotional intelligence, justifying SWAT; the use of SWAT Teams; SWAT standards and professionalism; contemporary SWAT issues and concerns; SWAT and the media; selection, training, discipline and removal of supervisors and team members; crisis negotiations considerations; tactical operation center considerations; operational planning; weapons and equipment selection; legal issues and considerations; critical incident management; barricade and hostage procedures; warrant service planning and procedures; and much more. View the flyer to learn more: NTOA Training Flyer Click here to register: https://training.ntoa.org/CourseRegistration/default.asp?num=20265610 |
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