FTO & FTA Expectations

FTO Responsibilities

Expectations

• Proactively reach out to Cadets offering training sessions or refreshers.

• Host refresher courses for probationary deputies and above.

• Deliver subdivision training sessions for Deputies+.

• Focus primarily on classroom and scenario-based instruction.

Cadet Training Structure

Each Cadet training session consists of:

1. Classroom Portion – Introduction to academy policies, systems, and core procedures.

•    Department Panel & CAD usage

•    Radio procedures & 10-codes

•    Handling common call types (10-11s, 10-70s, 10-80s, etc.)

•    Use of Force & de-escalation strategies

•    Basic medical procedures

2. Practical Portion (In-game) – Applied scenarios to test classroom knowledge.

•     Vehicle pursuits, foot pursuits, Arrests, Server Scripts, and medical response.

•    Additional scenarios upon Cadet request.

Refresher Courses

• Focus on reviewing critical areas or specific sections of the training guide.

• Conducted as classroom sessions, emphasizing do’s and don’ts.

• Designed to reinforce confidence and correct mistakes.

• Will be hosted upon request of Deputies+

FTA Responsibilities

FTAs guide probationary deputies during their most critical stage of development.

Expectations:

• Proactively reach out to probationary deputies to offer ride-alongs.

• Provide guidance in both formal training and casual on-duty interaction.

• Answer questions and explain SOPs, procedures, and field tactics.

• Conduct evaluation ride-alongs (if Senior Deputy+).

• Complete a minimum of 2 ride-alongs per month.

• FTAs are encouraged to focus on encouragement, constructive feedback, and building confidence. Negative or discouraging feedback should always be avoided.