MPSTI Training Calendar
Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute
The Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute provides a variety of initial and ongoing training opportunities for public safety professionals and the public. A list of upcoming courses and programs is available below.
Training Institute Address
Commonwealth University - Mansfield
Public Safety Training Institute
65 Clinton Street
Mansfield, PA 16933
Available Trainings
Notice: Courses will be canceled with insufficient enrollments (most require a minimum of 15 students)
Act 235 (Basic with Firearms)
The Lethal Weapons Training Act 235 provides certification to privately employed agents to carry a lethal weapon. The Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute is an approved Lethal Weapons Training Act 235 facility. Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- $400
Eligibility
- Civilian
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| March 13-15 & 21-22, 2026 | To register or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| June 5-7 & 13-14, 2026 | |
| September 18-20 & 26-27, 2026 | |
| November 6-8 & 14-15, 2026 |
Act 235 (Recertification with Firearms)
The Lethal Weapons Training Act 235 provides certification to privately employed agents to carry a lethal weapon. The Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute is an approved Lethal Weapons Training Act 235 facility. Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- $200
Eligibility
- Civilian
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| March 28, 2026 | To register or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| June 20, 2026 | |
| September 12, 2026 |
Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) School
Cost
- Contact PA DECP State Coordinator Dave Andrascik at paduiman@padui.org
Eligibility
- Law Enforcement
Location
- Mansfield Public Safety Institute
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| July 21-August 7, 2026 |
Enforcement of PA Vehicle Inspection Regulations
Cost
- None
Eligibility
- Law enforcement
Locations
- Mansfield Public Safety Institute
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| August 18 & 19, 2026 |
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FLETC Tactical Medical Instructor
The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's (FLETC) Basic Tactical Medical Instructor Training Program (BTMITP) is a highly intense training program requiring a physical demand on the student and consists of lecture, labs and skill practice.
Cost
- No Cost
Eligibility
- Law Enforcement Only
Location
- Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| June 22-24, 2026 | View details and register |
FLETC Tactical Medical for First Responders
The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's (FLETC) Tactical Medical for First Responders program is designed to define a Medical Threat Assessment, to include a medical plan for a tactical operation.
Cost
- No Cost
Eligibility
- Law Enforcement & First Responders (i.e firefighters, EMS, emergency response personnel)
Location
- Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 | View details and register Two separate 8‑hour training sessions available; choose the date that fits your schedule. |
| June 26, 2026 |
LEOSA Firearms Qualification
Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- $30
Eligibility
- Retired Law Enforcement
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| March 14, 2026 | To register for one of these trainings or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| June 20, 2026 | |
| September 12, 2026 |
Dates will be scheduled with interested departments. For details please contact Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu or 570-662-4805.
Police Firearms Instructor Course
This 5-day, 40-hour course will certify the successful attendee to train law enforcement and security officers in the use of the semi-automatic pistol and pump-action shotgun. Attendance is restricted to law enforcement officers.
Cost
- $725
Eligibility
- Current Law enforcement
Locations
- Mansfield Public Safety Institute
- Wellsboro Police Firearms Range
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| May 4-8, 2026 | View details and register |
Report Writing and Case Preparation
Cost
- None
Eligibility
- Law enforcement
Location
- Mansfield Public Safety Institute
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| August 17, 2026 |
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Scams and Financial Exploitation of Seniors
Presented by David P. Shallcross, Director of Senior Protection at the PA Office of Attorney General
Cost
- None
Eligibility
- Open to the Public
Location
- Wellsboro Fireman’s Annex
21 East Ave, Wellsboro, PA 16901
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| April 21, 2026 |
SFST Refresher Training
Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- No Cost
Eligibility
- All Law Enforcement
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | To register for one of these trainings or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| March 11, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Taser Recertification
Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- $50
Eligibility
- Municipal Police
- State Police
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| March 14, 2026 | To register for one of these trainings or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| June 20, 2026 | |
| September 12, 2026 |
Use of Force and Control Tactics Training (MIST)
Sponsored by Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute.
Cost
- $50
Eligibility
- Municipal Police
Location
- Mansfield
| Training Dates | Registration |
|---|---|
| August 8, 2026 | To register for one of these trainings or for additional information, email Jim Bodine at jbodine@commonwealthu.edu and/or Roxy LeBlanc at rleblanc@commonwealthu.edu. |
| October 10, 2026 |
Contact Us
For additional information and questions contact Mansfield Public Safety Training Institute staff.
Act 235 Program Director / Public Safety Training Institute Training Coordinator
- Mansfield
