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Southern Police Institute

Lead with confidence. Since 1951, SPI has equipped officers with the training, skills and knowledge to rise to every challenge. Start your journey today.

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The Southern Police Institute is a division of the Department of Criminal Justice, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Louisville. It is an advanced education and training institute whose mission is to enhance the professional development of law enforcement practitioners. We accomplish this mission by providing educational and career development programs that are designed to challenge and to prepare law enforcement practitioners for the demands of today and tomorrow. The Southern Police Institute consistently is ranked among the top law enforcement educational and training schools in the nation.

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Explore SPI's leadership, management and specialized skills courses designed to advance law enforcement professionals. From flagship programs to continuing education, find the right course to take your career to the next level.
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Bring SPI training to your agency. Any of our Continuing Education courses can be co-hosted or contracted at your location. Request a course today to get started.
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SPI TRAINS delivers evidence-based training, research, and immersive simulation to help agencies improve real-world outcomes — from specialized investigations to daily officer interactions.