Below is a list of training classes being hosted by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
Unless otherwise noted, please register for these classes using the ACADIS Portal.
Force Encounters
April 29 - 30, 2026
ILEA is pleased to once again be hosting Force Science for their 2-Day Force Encounters course.
Investigating Fundamentals, Decision-Making, and Human Performance.
16-Training Hours
Cost: $495 / seat
For Course Details and Registration CLICK HERE!
Chief of Police Executive Program
202670 Chief of Police Executive Program 4/20/26 – 4/24/26 Registration Opens in Acadis 1/12/26
EVO Instructor
| COURSE # | DATES | Registration by Webform |
|---|---|---|
| 202604 | 3/30/26-4/3/26 | Registration by Webform |
| 202607 | 6/8/26-6/12/26 | Registration by Webform |
| 202608 | 9/28/26-10/2/26 | Registration by Webform |
PIT Instructor
| Course # | Dates | Registration by Webform |
|---|---|---|
| 202605 | 4/14/2026 | Registration by Webform |
| 202606 | 4/15/2026 | Registration by Webform |
| 202629 | 10/6/2026 | Registration by Webform |
| 202609 | 10/7/2026 | Registration by Webform |
| 202610 | 10/27/2026 | Registration by Webform |
| 202611 | 10/28/2026 | Registration by Webform |
Firearms Instructor
| COURSE # | DATES | Registration by Webform |
|---|---|---|
| 2026161 | 4/13/26-4/17/26 | Registration by Webform |
| 2026162 | 5/11/26-5/15/26 | Registration by Webform |
Instructor Development
(THERE ARE NO OFF-SITE COURSES FOR 2026)
Senior Instructor
| Course # | Dates | Registration Opens in ACADIS |
|---|---|---|
| 202612 | 4/13/26-4/24/26 | 3/16/26 @ 8 a.m. |
Instructor Development
| Course # | Dates | Registration Opens in ACADIS |
|---|---|---|
| 202615 * | 3/9/26-3/13/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202616 * | 3/30/26-4/3/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202617 | 4/13/26-4/17/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202618 | 5/4/26-5/8/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202619 | 5/18/26-5/22/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202620 | 6/8/26-6/12/26 | 12/15/25 @ 8 a.m. |
* = (Waiver students accepted based on enrollment)
NEW Instructor Development (2 Weeks)
| Course # | Dates | Registration Opens in ACADIS |
|---|---|---|
| 202621 | 7/6/26-7/17/26 | 6/8/26 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202623 | 8/10/26-8/21/26 | 7/6/26 @ 8 a.m |
| 202624 | 9/14/26-9/25/26 | 8/10/26 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202626 | 10/12/26-10/23/26 | 9/14/26 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202627 | 11/9/26-11/20/26 | 10/12/26 @ 8 a.m. |
| 202629 | 12/7/26-12/11/26 | 11/9/26 @ 8 a.m. |
For more information on the Instructor Development Course - CLICK HERE
Retired Officer Handgun Qualification Course of Fire
The ILEA will be offering a Retired Officer Handgun Qualification Course of Fire!
The Retired Officer Handgun Qualification course provides an opportunity for those police officers in Indiana that have separated from service (as “qualified retired law enforcement officers” under 18 USC 926C) to complete an approved handgun course of fire.
After completing the course of fire, those retirees who meet the minimum standards as established by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) Executive Director and the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board, will receive a certification card. This card, in addition to the photographic identification that is issued to the retired officer from their employing agency, can serve as certification that the retired officer has met the criteria to exempt them from local and State prohibitions on the carrying of concealed firearms as provided by Federal law.
In addition to completing a 30-round course of fire, with the type of handgun (semi-auto, revolver or both) the retiree intends to carry, the retiree must demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of the handgun and demonstrate safe handling and reloading skills.
Retirees will provide their own ammunition (30 rounds) for each type of handgun they intend to qualify.
UPDATES 2026
The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy has implemented a new requirement for retirees participating in the LEOSA qualification.
It is the policy of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy that all people conducting live fire firearms training or qualifications at the ILEA will be wearing the following range safety items: a serviceable holster for the type of weapon(s) they intend to fire, eye protection, hearing protection, and at a minimum Level IIA BODY ARMOR capable of stopping .22LR/.380cal/9mm/.40cal/.45ACP/ handgun rounds.
These items will be provided by the participants. The ILEA will not provide these items. Anyone not in possession of these items on the date of the qualification will not be allowed to qualify. These items should fit the participant and not hinder the participant in either drawing, reloading or holstering the weapon.
Targets, range instruction and certification cards will be provided by the ILEA. These qualification courses, (required to be renewed annually under Public Law 108-277) will be offered several times throughout the year. Retirees will be required to provide their photographic identification (retired officer credentials) prior to participating in the course. Copies should be emailed to Lt. Brent Stoelting at bstoelting@ilea.in.gov.
2026 Retiree Qualification dates
Monday, April 13, 2026 9:00 a.m.
Monday August 3, 2026 9:00 a.m.
Monday December 7, 2026 9:00 a.m.
The qualification courses will be conducted at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy indoor range unless otherwise directed. People wanting to qualify must arrive at the ILEA not later than 9:00 a.m. on the date of the qualification.
This can be done by contacting Lt. Brent Stoelting at BStoelting@ilea.in.gov or 317-837-3283.
The fee for this course is $20.00 cash (non-refundable) per participant. Payment is expected on the day of the qualification prior to conducting the course. The participant will be given a maximum of three attempts to pass the qualification course. Those retired officers who have written authorization from their employing agency to use in-service credit hours can pay for this course using 1 of those hours.
To download the Retired Officer’s Handgun Qualification Course of Fire: CLICK HERE.