This 5 day / 40 Hour course is specifically designed for Crime Prevention Officers, Community Oriented Policing Officers or any other personnel charged with Crime Prevention duties. This course is designed to give the student the fundamental knowledge regarding the theory, history and basic concepts of CPTED – Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.
Crime Prevention Design Strategies will be discussed for parks, schools, high-rise buildings and various kinds of residential developments. This course will highlight the developing influence of law enforcement agencies in the architecture and design of various facilities with a goal of preventing crime and reducing law enforcement calls for service. Students will conduct a complete 2 day CPTED survey.
The History and Basic Elements of CPTED “Designing Out Crime” Strategies | Conducting a CPTED Survey Lighting for Safety and Crime Prevention Planning, Zoning and CPTED Designs for ‘Walk able’ Neighborhoods Real v. Symbolic Barriers Landscaping, Fencing, Vegetation and Interior Walls Report Writing and CPTED | Site Plans for CPTED Review | Case Studies
Students will participate in several practical exercises in which they utilize the principles of CPTED in the actual review of various site plans and then engage in the presentation and examination of their projects.
Yes, this course is approved by the NICP. Earn 40 hrs. of credit towards your certification as a CPTED Professional.
CA POST Certified Plan N/A | 7290-31312-23001
The class will begin daily at 8:30am and end at 5:00pm Monday – Friday
Business casual dress is expected.
Remember to bring your laptop and digital camera/phone for the CPTED field assessment on Thursday and 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.
440 Alta Rd, San Diego, CA 92154
9621 Ridgehaven San Diego, CA 92123 United States
Hotels Located Near the University of South Florida:
There are many additional hotels in the area; there is not a room block for a particular area hotel.
Food 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.
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
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