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Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) Instructor Course

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This five day train the trainer course certifies participants to present the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course. The course focuses on improving detection skills, arrest requirements and procedures, evidence collection and recording, and articulation of observed behaviors to obtain convictions.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is open to proficient SFST practitioners only.

COURSE CONTENT

  • Detection and General Deterrence

  • The Legal Environment

  • Note Taking and Testimony

  • Vehicle in Motion

  • Personal Contact

  • Concepts and Principles of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests

  • Administering the Three Standardized Field Sobriety Tests

  • Processing the Arrested Subject and Preparing for Trial

  • Drugs that Impair Driving

Class Dates: February 6-10, 2012
Location: Louisiana State Police Training Academy
Building A
7901 Independence Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Class Size: Maximum 24 students
Training Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Course Fees: FREE
Meals: Available on-site at the cafeteria; cash sales for breakfast and lunch
Lodging: Dormitory lodging is available at the LSP Training Academy on a first come, first serve basis. Cost per night is $33 per student (based on double occupancy). For reservations, or more information, please e-mail
Questions: Contact S/T Greg Marchand at the LSP Training Academy at (225) 925-4951