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The APCO Institute is overseen, managed and operated by industry experts with years of experience. Through our members, we stay current with industry issues and standards. Their needs and concerns drive the activity of APCO Institute.

Check Out APCO’s Newly Updated Courses

APCO’s newly updated courses offer essential insights for emergency communications professionals. Enhance your expertise with the second editions of Cybersecurity Fundamentals for the ECC, Disaster Operations and the Communications Center and Staffing and Retention for the ECC. These courses provide the latest strategies, resources, and information to help you stay ahead in the field. See all courses

Seeking Leaders for CPE Class 19

Take your leadership to the next-level with the Certified Public-Safety Executive (CPE) Program. Designed for emergency communications managers, supervisors, agency executives, and other leaders, the CPE Program enhances leadership skills and prepares participants to shape the future of emergency communications. Don’t miss your chance to join this elite group of graduates — apply by May 15 for the program that starts in July.

Advance Your Career with APCO’s RPL Program

Take your management skills to the next level with APCO’s Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL) Program. Designed for emergency communications professionals, RPL provides the essential knowledge and tools to supervise and manage with confidence in a fast-paced environment.

Teach, Inspire, Lead: Become an APCO Adjunct Instructor

The APCO Institute is looking for experienced and enthusiastic emergency communications professionals to join our APCO Adjunct Instructor Corps. This role involves teaching virtual, online and in-person courses to public safety practitioners. Ideal candidates will deeply understand the subject matter and exhibit exceptional professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise with other emergency communications professionals.

3 Reasons to Take Courses From the APCO Institute

  • As part of APCO International, the APCO Institute is uniquely positioned to offer highly specialized training and resources on foundational, current and emerging topics that public safety telecommunications professionals need to know.
  • APCO’s leadership role in public safety communications worldwide means that our training programs and resources reflect the pressing issues that affect emergency communications centers (ECCs) of all sizes and that they meet the needs of our more than 40,000 members.
  • As a non-profit entity, the Institute offers exceptional and affordable training opportunities to public safety agencies and practitioners, regardless of their financial resources.

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Manage Your Training Records Online

APCO’s Training Central is an online resource that stores all of your CDE and recertification information in one place for easy viewing and retrieval.

Recertification

Find out what you need to do and how to do it for disciplines requiring recertification.

Leadership Programs

Reach your career goal in your public safety communications field by joining other emergency communications professionals in an APCO leadership program.