Specialized Training

Listed below are available specialized training classes which will provide in-service credit for the participant. Classes are listed in alphabetical order. All classes are conducted from 0700AM-1545PM daily unless otherwise noted. Students may be registered by mail, e-mail: tameka.guild@hampton.gov, or FAX: (757) 595-1801 with the academy registrar. No TRACER registrations are accepted at this academy. All registrations must be filled out on our website and submitted to the registrar. ALL DEPARTMENT AND MEMBER AGENCY REGISTRATIONS ARE SUBMITTED BY THE TRAINING COORDINATORS ONLY. IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER AGENCY PLEASE CALL THE REGISTRAR.

Threat Evaluation and Reporting Overview (TERO) 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: In-Service
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy 12650 Patrick Henry Drive, Newport News, VA 23602
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0800-1200

Description:

This course will be taught by Chief of Police (Ret.) Daniel Woloszynowski, a current employee with U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and retired resident agent in charge of the Norfolk, Virginia Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Prior to joining ATF, Woloszynowski served as a special agent with the United States Secret Service, and an Arlington County, Virginia police officer.
He has received several ATF and U.S. Secret Service leadership and sustained superior performance awards; and numerous public service awards from the United States Attorney’s Office in Washington, DC and Virginia for his work with complex criminal investigations leading to notable prosecutions. Mr. Woloszynowski is a Certified Master Trainer in Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Intelligence and Analysis.

Attendees must pre-register:
https://hrcjta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/TERO-Flyer-HRCJTA-April-17-2026.pdf  or
https://hrcjta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/TERO-Flyer-HRCJTA-May-19-2026.pdf

Direct questions to Mr. Woloszynowski at daniel.f.woloszynowski@hsi.dhs.gov. Course to be held at the new Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy, 12650 Patrick Henry Drive Newport News, Virginia 23602.
Registration is open to sworn and non sworn LEO’s, mental health, security managers, school administrators, resources officers, counselors, private sector etc.

Law Enforcement, Jailor/Custodial and Court Security/Civil Process
In-Service Credit: 4 Career Development
Max Students:  50

Jail Officer In-Service (Only) 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: Specialized Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

Description:

Days 1-3 Jail Officer Recertification

If needed, you may register separately for legal update and cultural diversity of the in-service week. Legal Update will be held on Tuesday
(4 hours) and (2 hours) Cultural Diversity.

In-Service: Jail Officer
Credit Hours: 16 Career Development, 4 Legal, and 2 Cultural Diversity
Max Students: 40

Court Security/Civil Process In-Service (Only) 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: Specialized Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

Description:

2 Days Court Security/Civil Process Recertification

If needed, you may register separately for cultural diversity and legal update which will be on
Tuesday (4 hours) Legal Update and (2 hours) Cultural Diversity.

In-Service: Court Security/Civil Process
Credit Hours: 8 Career Development, 4 Legal, and 2 Cultural Diversity

Law Enforcement In-Service – POD (Only) 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: Specialized Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

Description:

If needed, you may register separately for legal updates and cultural diversity of the in-service week.
Legal Update will be held on Tuesday (4 hours), and Cultural Diversity (2 Hours) on Tuesday.

In-Service: Law Enforcement
Credit Hours: 32 Career Development, 4 Legal, and 2 Cultural Diversity
Maximum Students: 40

On-Line Training 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: Specialized Training

Description:

January 1-March 15
April 1-June 15
July 1-September 15

October 1-December 1

Student completion information is NOT available or reported until 10 days after the session closes.

Please check the Academy’s website at www.hrcjta.org for details.

Continue to Forms and select the On-Line form to register for listed classes.

 

20th Annual Leadership Institute 2026 Add Course to List

Classification: Specialized Training
Where: Christopher Newport University - Freeman Center - 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606
When: May 26-29, 2026 (Session I) & August 3-6, 2026 (Session II)
Time: 0800-1700

Description:

May 26-29, 2026 (Session I) Tuesday -Friday – Freeman Center – 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606
August 3-6, 2026 (Session II) Monday -Thursday – Freeman Center – 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606
August 5, 2025 (David Student Union (Grand-Ball Room) 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606)
This class will be conducted from 0800-1700.

This course is intended for the new or emerging leader, first-line supervisor, or mid-manager. Topics of instruction include self-assessment, situational leadership, employee motivation, problem-solving, decision-making, organizational behavior, organizational change, conflict resolution, officer wellness, leading your agency during an officer shooting incident, and a Chief Executive Panel. This year’s institute is two weeks. Attendance to both is required. There is a $350.00 charge per student to offset the cost of the program. The cost for Non-Member Agencies is $500.00. If interested please register on our website at www.hrcjta.org.

Law Enforcement, Jailor/Custodial, and Court Security/Civil Process
In-Service Credit: 34 Career Development/4 Legal/2 Cultural Diversity
Max Students:  35