
Regional Crisis Negotiation Course
November 2, 2026 – November 6, 2026
This course is designed for officers who have not received prior training and/or certification by their agency as a Crisis (hostage) Negotiator. This training begins with individual active listening skills and crisis intervention skills as a foundation of the course. The training blocks build toward operating as a Negotiation Team with focus on team roles, responsibilities, and integration with tactical elements. The training concludes with a full day of scenario-based Negotiation Team training.
Cost is $75.00 per student and only 10 slots are available. Preference will be given to West side agencies.
Registration must be received no later than October 16, 2026. Registration will be on a first come, first serve basis.
This course has been MCOLES approved.
For specific questions on course content, please contact:Â SA Samantha Maxwell, FBI Detroit, Grand Rapids Resident Agency at (616) 456-5489.

