Governor's Initiative Online Courses
Use of Force and De-escalation training are required of all sworn law enforcement officers in the state. Officers must also complete a minimum of two hours Community Policing training every year, along with Human Trafficking and Gang Awareness.
These courses are inclusive of, not in addition to, the 20-hour continuing education required by O.C.G.A. §35-8-21.
Human Trafficking
Gang Awareness (choose one)
Use of Force
De-escalation (choose one)
Community Policing (2 hours minimum)
- Building Positive Police-Community Relations (4 hours P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
- Cultural Adeptness in Law Enforcement (1 hour P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
- Cultural Awareness (2 hours P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
- Fostering Positive Community Relations (3 hours P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
- Mental and Emotional Wellness (4 hours P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
- Police Legitimacy and Procedural Justice for Community Relations (4 hours P.O.S.T. Community Policing credit)
Please note the Start the Conversation documentary, which seeks to eliminate the stigma associated with mental health issues, no longer carries P.O.S.T. credit. This course is now an informational briefing.