They are perhaps best known for their three-week Command Training Program. In fact, they are independent of the College's administration and are governed by the Executive Board of the Chiefs' Assocation. Very few courses actually offered by the College would be of interest to the Law Enforcement Community, and they are generally expensive. This program concentrates on factors associated with supervising and managing Law Enforcement Personnel. Participants discuss the commanding officer's duties, including human relations, communications, decision making, planning, evaluating, motivating, and leadership.
Additional time is required outside of class for assignments associated with the program.
Admission is open to those agency employees who the chief executive officer believes are, or will be, in a position to lead, direct, supervise or coach other employees. Additional information, schedules, costs, and application forms may be obtained by contacting Gerad F. Burke, Director of the New England Institute. The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth offers a criminal justice program leading to the bachelor's degree. In addition, they offer professional development programs for law enforcement personnel. For further information, please contact Division of Continuing Education at the above address.