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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIELD

AZ · EIN 814824862 · $515K rev · operational · www.nafto.org
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIELD (NAFTO) is an organization focused on providing training and resources for Field Trainers in law enforcement. They serve law enforcement professionals by offering specialized training programs aimed at enhancing skills in various areas such as constitutional policing, decision-making under pressure, and effective communication. NAFTO operates primarily in the United States, with events like their national conference held in different states.

activities · 24

what they do

direct service · 14
  • Advanced Training Curriculum Delivery Law Enforcement Professional Development Training
    Offers comprehensive training on advanced topics such as Constitutional Policing, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Program Defensibility, Resilience, and Adult Learning to support professional development in field training.
  • Advanced and Management FTO Training Programs Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Offers advanced training for field training officers and supervisors through programs such as "Beyond the Basics of Field Training" and "Managing the FTO Unit," designed to enhance leadership, program management, and supervisory skills within FTO programs.
  • Curriculum and Instructional Content Delivery Law Enforcement Professional Development Training
    Delivers comprehensive course content across a range of topics including Constitutional Policing, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Program Defensibility, Mental Health & Wellness, and Adult Learning, integrated into both conference and standalone training formats.
  • FTO Program Management and Leadership Training Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Offers specialized training for managing FTO units and supervising field training programs, including courses on program standardization, liability reduction, leadership, emotional intelligence, remedial training, and instructor development. These are delivered through multi-day conferences and standalone classes.
  • Field Training Officer Certification Programs Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, with standardized curriculum and trained instructors. These programs are implemented in multiple states and require classroom setups with audiovisual equipment.
  • Field Training Officer Certification Programs Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, FTO Refresher, and Advanced "Beyond the Basics" training, requiring classroom setups with audiovisual equipment. These programs serve law enforcement, corrections, communications, and emergency medicine personnel across multiple states.
  • Field Training Officer Certification Programs Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Delivers instructor-led, IADLEST-certified field training officer (FTO) certification courses, including Basic FTO Certification, Beyond the Basics of Field Training, and Managing the FTO Unit, through classroom-based training with audiovisual requirements and certified curriculum.
  • National and State Training Conferences Specialized Law Enforcement Training Institutes
    Hosts an annual 3-day national training conference and state-level conferences (e.g., in Black Hawk, Colorado) offering specialized training for Field Trainers across Patrol, Detention, Communications, and EMS, featuring structured course topics and breakout sessions on leadership, instructional strategies, mental health, and legal liabilities.
  • National and State Training Conferences Specialized Law Enforcement Training Institutes
    Hosts an annual national 3-day training conference and state-level conferences (e.g., in Black Hawk, Colorado) for field trainers and program coordinators in patrol, detention, communications, and EMS. Conferences include breakout sessions on mental health, legal liabilities, interpersonal skills, and program management.
  • Ongoing FTO Training and Certification Classes Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Provides year-round training classes and refresher courses for field training officers, including Basic FTO School and FTO Refresher School, supporting continuous professional development and certification maintenance.
  • Ongoing Training and Certification Delivery
    Provides year-round training classes, certifications, and paid educational events for field training professionals, including refresher and advanced programs, delivered through instructor-led formats.
  • State and National Training Conferences Specialized Law Enforcement Training Institutes
    Hosts annual national and state-level conferences providing multi-day training for field trainers across disciplines including Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine. Conferences include structured course topics and breakout sessions led by certified instructors.
  • Statewide FTO Program Implementation Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Implements the Field Training Officer (FTO) model across law enforcement, communications, and corrections agencies in Washington State.
  • Provides ongoing training classes, certifications, and paid educational events throughout the year, covering core and advanced topics in field training for law enforcement and related public safety disciplines.
capacity building · 10
  • Advanced Training Curriculum Development Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Develops and delivers comprehensive training curricula for advanced FTO topics, including leadership, adult learning, generational teaching, adapting to learning styles, and mental health and wellness in field training.
  • Consulting and Organizational Support Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Provides consulting services to FTO program members, supervisors, managers, and department administrators to support field training program implementation and improvement.
  • Provides expert consulting services to FTO program members, managers, supervisors, and department administrators to support the implementation, improvement, and defensibility of field training programs.
  • FTO Program Consulting and Capacity Support Field Training Officer (FTO) Program Training
    Provides consulting services and training opportunities to FTO program members, managers, supervisors, and administrators, supporting program development, standardization, and leadership across law enforcement and public safety disciplines.
  • Membership and Program Management Infrastructure Membership Management & Recruitment
    Operates an integrated, website-based membership system for managing member registrations, class enrollments, and state conference participation.
  • Membership and Registration Infrastructure Membership Management & Recruitment
    Operates an integrated, website-based membership program that manages member registrations for training classes and state conferences, facilitating organizational and individual participation in NAFTO activities.
  • Membership and Training Registration Infrastructure Membership Management & Recruitment
    Operates an integrated, website-based membership system that supports member management and registration for training classes and state conferences, facilitating access and participation across the organization’s network.
  • State Chapter Development and Support Chapter Development & Support
    Supports the creation and operation of state NAFTO chapters by purchasing state-specific URLs, providing dedicated web pages with covered hosting and domain fees, and assisting with By-Laws development to ensure organizational readiness and consistency.
  • State and Regional Chapter Support Chapter Development & Support
    Supports the development and operation of state and regional NAFTO chapters by purchasing and hosting state-specific URLs (e.g., AZNAFTO), creating dedicated web pages, covering domain and hosting fees, and assisting with By-Laws development.
  • State and Regional Chapter Support Chapter Development & Support
    Supports the development and operation of state and regional NAFTO chapters by purchasing and managing state-specific URLs, providing dedicated web pages with covered hosting and domain fees, creating new web content, and assisting with By-Laws development.
strategies · 16

how they think

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named programs · 3

what they call their work

De-escalation Principles and Practice
16-hour course designed to train law enforcement officers in de-escalation techniques, funded by the US Department of Justice.
Methods of Instruction
Training program aimed at enhancing teaching methodologies for Field Training Officers to better engage adult learners.
National Conference
Annual event offering specialized training for Field Trainers in various law enforcement disciplines, focusing on contemporary challenges in policing.
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Partner — Provides discounted lodging rates for conference attendees.
  • Blue to Gold Partner — Senior Legal Instructor providing a keynote presentation at the conference.
  • CONAFTO Partner — The National Association of Field Training Officers is the local voice for CONAFTO, the Colorado Chapter of NAFTO.
  • IADLEST Network — NAFTO's Basic FTO Certification Course is IADLEST Certified and all training staff are IADLEST National Instructor Certified.
  • NextGen Field Training Partner — Developer providing a keynote presentation at the conference.
  • WANAFTO Partner — Washington chapter that serves as the local voice for the National Association of Field Training Officers