GPSTC’s instructors are the best of the best. The faculty at GPSTC is unmatched in their classroom ability and devoted to the most advanced instructional methods to develop the most highly qualified public safety officials possible. GPSTC instructors follow best practices, are up-to-date on the latest trends in the public safety profession, and stay current on emerging issues within their respective fields.
In addition to our exceptional staff of full time faculty, GPSTC recruits the most skilled and highly trained public safety professionals in the state to serve as adjunct instructors.
Basic Law Enforcement Training Section
Ara Baronian, Section Director
Instructors in the Basic Law Enforcement Training Section teach the basic mandate programs required by Georgia law to become a peace officer or jail officer. Instructors in this section are some of the most highly trained professionals in their field as those that teach Basic Mandate Law Enforcement are required to hold five POST instructor certifications and teach up to 46 different subjects within the 809-hour program.
Law Enforcement Operations and Investigations Section
Chuck Odom, Section Director
Instructors in the Law Enforcement Operations and Investigations Section teach specialized and advanced law enforcement courses to Georgia’s certified officers. These instructors are considered subject matter experts in their respective disciplines and are often recruited to teach at locations throughout the state and on a national level.
Critical Skills Training Section
Jason McDaniel, Section Director
Instructors in the Critical Skills Training Section teach specialized and advanced law enforcement courses to Georgia’s certified officers. These instructors are considered subject matter experts in their respective disciplines and are often recruited to teach at locations throughout the state and on a national level.
Fire and Emergency Services Section
Jeff Dean, Section Director
Instructors in the Georgia Fire Academy (GFA) teach both basic and advanced courses to all of Georgia’s fire safety personnel and emergency communications officers. GFA instructors are considered subject matter experts in multiple aspects of fire service and telecommunications.