5 Day (40 Hour) Basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Course at The Rocky Mountain Information Network (RMIN) in Phoenix Arizona
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Basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) – July 2024

Basic Crime Prevention through Environmental Design Course
$625
CPTED strategies is ideal for Law Enforcement Officers, Architects, City/Urban/Park Planners, City Managers, City Council Members, Landscape Architects, Security Consultants, Educators or anyone involved in designing neighborhoods, schools, downtowns, buildings, or revitalization efforts. It is an effective way of fighting crime and promoting business.
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Course Instructor
Art Hushen
President & Head Instructor
Art Hushen is the President/Owner of the National Institute of Crime Prevention (NICP, Inc.), a global training and consulting company specializing in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design. (CPTED) The NICP maintains the nationally recognized CPTED Professional Designation (CPD) Program.
Prior to the creation of NICP, Inc., Art was assigned to the Tampa Police Department’s Special Operations Bureau / CPTED Section where he was instrumental in the creation of the Department’s CPTED Unit and Tampa’s first CPTED Ordinance for the Westshore Business District, which is the largest Business District in Florida. He implemented the CPTED review process for the Tampa Parks Department Greenways and Trails Master Plan. He worked with the Tampa Housing Authority on their Hope VI program and was part of the task force implementing design guidelines.
Course Agenda
Day 1
- 8:30 – 9:00am Registration & Introductions
- Introduction to CPTED
- CPTED Definitions and Strategies
- Lunch on your own
- CPTED and the Design Process
- Design Out Crime” Program
- Barriers: Real vs. Symbolic—Landscaping, Fencing, and Interior Walls
Day 2
- Lighting for Safety and Security
- Planning, Zoning, and CPTED
- Lunch on your own
- Planning, Zoning, and CPTED
- “Designs For Walkable Neighborhoods”
- Community Enrichment-Using Design Strategies (practical exercise 1)
Day 3
- Traffic Calming & CPTED
- Writing a CPTED Ordinance / Overlay Districts
- Understanding Site Plans
- Lunch on your own
- Site Plan Review
- Group Site Plan Review (practical exercise 2)
- Group Site Plan Presentations
- CPTED Around the Globe
Day 4
- CPTED Report Writing
- Sample Field Assessments
- Preparation / Assignments / Field Assessments
- Field Assessments (field exercise #1)
- Lunch on your own
- Field Assessments
- In Class Preparation
Day 5
- CPTED Exam
- In Class Preparation
- Class Presentations (practical exercise 3)
- Lunch on your own
- Class Presentations
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does it start and end?
The class will begin daily at 8:00am and end at 5:00pm Monday – Friday
What should I wear?
Business casual dress is expected.
What Should I Bring?
Remember to bring your laptop and digital camera/phone for the CPTED field assessment on Thursday and Friday.
Where should I park?
Park in any uncovered spot in the parking lot, anything covered is reserved.
Can I Leave Early on Friday?
No, Friday includes group presentations of the CPTED Field Assessments. Remaining for all the group presentations is a requirement for completing the 40 Hours of Basic CPTED Training. The presentations include a variety of locations and issues that are presented and discussed as part of the curriculum. So please do not ask to have your group present first, so that you can leave early. All certificates will be issued digitally by email.
Where is the course located?
The Rocky Mountain Information Network (RMIN)
RMIN is a semi-secure facility everyone will be required to sign in and wear a visitor’s badge while in the building. This badge must be returned each day.
What is the address of The Rocky Mountain Information Network (RMIN)
2001 West Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027 – Suite 100
Is there food provided?
Coffee & Danish are provided in the morning. Lunch is not provided however we give a 90 minute break at lunch to give students enough time eat and to travel to and from the event location.
What hotels are located near by?
Yes, there are many hotels located near by!
Who is the Organizer?
If you need assistance prior to the event or questions on an upcoming event. Feel free to reach out!
Organizer: The NICP
Key Contact: Joelle Hushen
Phone:864-608-4894
Email: joelle@thenicp.com


