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Effective Stewardship in Policing | Winters | February 2026

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM (PST) to Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM (PST)

This course provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to modern police leadership, focusing on the critical skills needed to lead with purpose, integrity, and cultural awareness. Participants will explore how to build and sustain healthy agency cultures that foster resilience, transparency, and public trust. The course addresses the unique challenges facing 21st-century police executives and equips leaders with tools to confront those issues head-on through intentional change and community engagement. Through interactive exercises, practical planning strategies, and in-depth discussions, students will examine the personal and professional realities of chief executive leadership, from onboarding and crisis management to long-term agency health, stakeholder relationships, and succession planning. Designed for chiefs, aspiring leaders, and command staff, this course delivers essential insights and strategies to support effective, principled, and future-focused policing.

POST Course Information
Course Control Number: 1137-11021-25-001 Plan N/A - No POST financial reimbursement 

Hotel Information
A room block has been reserved for this course. Details and the link to book will be included in your confirmation e-mail.

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This course is a part of our Executive Leadership Certification Program. Learn more here.

Registration Options

Credits Price
Member Registration
Pricing breakdown: $500 POST tuition & $195 CPCA admin fee

Includes: Coffee each morning, a hosted networking reception on the first day, and lunch on the second day
1.00 (CPCA Event) $695.00
Non-Member Registration
Pricing breakdown: $795 ($500 POST tuition & $250 CPCA admin fee)

Includes: Coffee each morning, a hosted networking reception on the first day, and lunch on the second day
1.00 (CPCA Event) $795.00

For More Information:

Kennedy Higgs
Kennedy Higgs
Program Engagement Coordinator California Police Chiefs Association (949)287-3022