Building on our groundbreaking achievement last year, Axon continues to lead the way in virtual reality training for law enforcement. Continuing this momentum, Axon is introducing additional IADLEST-certified VR training curricula.

These milestones mark a significant advancement in law enforcement training, underscoring Axon's commitment to delivering cutting-edge educational tools that drive better public safety outcomes and reduce costs. IADLEST's certification process ensures that training programs meet high standards of credibility and effectiveness, facilitating broader acceptance and potential grant opportunities for agencies nationwide.

The significance of IADLEST certifications

Standardization and Quality Assurance

IADLEST certifications provide a uniform national standard for law enforcement training quality. This addresses the issue of varied state-level POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) requirements, ensuring consistent excellence across jurisdictions.

Rigorous Vetting Process

Courses certified by IADLEST undergo a comprehensive review by numerous experts. This rigorous vetting process ensures that the training meets high standards of excellence and is applicable to the target audience.

Fulfillment of Training Requirements

The standards required by IADLEST's National Certification Program (NCP) meet or exceed most state-level standards. This means that NCP-certified training often fulfills mandatory in-service training requirements for law enforcement officers.

Objective Verification

IADLEST certification provides an objective way to verify the quality and content of training programs. This is particularly valuable given the vast array of training options available and the difficulty in discerning between providers.

Industry Recognition

IADLEST is a well-respected organization in the law enforcement training field. Its endorsement of a certification program signifies that the training meets industry standards and is valued by law enforcement agencies.

By obtaining IADLEST-certified training, law enforcement professionals can ensure they are receiving high-quality, nationally recognized education that enhances their skills, meets regulatory requirements, and advances their careers.

Axon VR IADLEST-certified VR training modules

By collaborating closely with subject matter experts, listening to customer feedback, and adhering to IADLEST criteria, Axon VR equips officers with the essential skills needed to improve decision-making, empathy and understanding, ultimately contributing to safer interactions with the community. These efforts reinforce Axon's commitment to expanding a certified VR course library, providing agencies with essential tools to enhance officer preparedness and community safety.

Interactive Case Law I

The certified Axon VR course, 'Interactive Case Law I,' focuses on the landmark 2016 case, Estate of Armstrong v. Village of Pinehurst et al., and its impact on training standards.

In this immersive VR scenario, trainees receive education on the outcomes of the landmark 2016 case, Estate of Armstrong v. Village of Pinehurst et al., and how this case has influenced TASER training standards. Trainees are dispatched to a similar call involving an individual deemed a "danger-to-self" who needs public safety intervention. The trainee's role is to make decisions that effectively de-escalate the scenario by employing critical thinking skills and adhering to their agency's use-of-force policies.

Substance Use Disorder II

The Substance Use Disorder II curriculum equips officers with crucial skills for handling opioid-related incidents.

Trainees learn about crisis intervention and how to respond correctly to opioid use and overdoses. Successful completion includes a debrief with the trainer and achieving a perfect score on the post-module assessment. By focusing on recognizing signs of substance use disorder and adhering to on-scene safety protocols, this training aims to enhance officers' preparedness in responding to the ongoing opioid crisis.

Bipolar Disorder

This curriculum emphasizes holistic learning, providing trainees with a comprehensive understanding of bipolar disorder. It focuses on effective communication and de-escalation techniques, helping officers assist with the safety and well-being of community members.

Trainees learn to apply crisis intervention strategies and connect individuals to appropriate rehabilitation resources, enhancing their preparedness to handle mental health crises with empathy and professionalism.

Training for the reality of today — and tomorrow

Axon is dedicated to delivering world-class training to our customers, whether conducted in person or virtually. With third-party certifications like IADLEST, Axon's training courses can extend their reach to more agencies nationwide, ensuring that our nation's courageous public safety professionals have access to the most cutting-edge immersive training content available.

We’ll continue to collaborate with IADLEST to expand the library of certified VR courses as we grow our training offerings for public safety agencies.

To explore how Axon’s comprehensive VR training solution can enhance your agency's performance, contact us to learn more.