Virtual Online Training:
Multi-part Online Analytical Training Series
This free training series is broken into 60 -90 minutes segments and is designed for new and seasoned analysts to learn key primary skills needed to practice effective and efficient analytical processes. The series explores the benefits of data-driven strategies, the process of connecting databases and analyzing in Microsoft Access®, applying statistical significance techniques in Microsoft Excel®, and developing key mapping and analytical skills in ArcGIS.
This training is part of TxDOT’s effort for a state-wide implementation of the Nationally Recognized Data-Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety (DDACTS). The courses are Nationally certified through the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST) and may be eligible to submit for TCOLE training. Participants who successfully complete ALL 13 parts will earn a Certified DDACTS Analyst certification and course credit from the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA).
The training series can be found on the First Forward web page by going to First Forward and searching "Market Place" for all training or you can access each class by utilizing the links below:
A Training Reference Manual for Parts 1 -10 can be downloaded by going to:
Tactical Analysis for Crashes & Crime
This is a 14-hour virtual workshop is next in the continuing online analytical training series. The training is presented over 4 weeks in a multi-faceted learning platform that includes live and recorded training sessions, self-paced activities, and one-on-one live remote tutorial sessions throughout 3 week period.
Workshop Schedule:
Wednesday, January 27th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Microsoft ACCESS for Data Driven Strategies - BASIC
This 24-hour virtual workshop builds off the 10-part online training analytical training series. The training is presented over 4 weeks in a multi-faceted learning platform that includes live and recorded training sessions, self-paced activities, and one-on-one live remote tutorial sessions throughout 3 week period.
Workshop Schedule:
Tuesday, October 13th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Tuesday, July 28th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Thursday, May 21st Self-Paced and Live Segments
Wednesday, May 20th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Tuesday, May 19th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Microsoft ACCESS for Data-Driven Strategies - INTERMEDIATE
This 14-hour virtual workshop is the next step in the training series and builds on the Basic-Access Workshop. The workshop includes the topics of creating master databases and forms, mastering complex queries, and designing complex reporting and macros. The workshop presented over three weeks in a multi-faceted learning platform that includes live and recorded training sessions, self-paced activities, and one-on-one live remote tutorial sessions throughout the 3-weeks.
Workshop Schedule:
Tuesday, October 13th Self-Paced and Live Segments
To Be Announced Self-Paced and Live Segments
Microsoft EXCEL for Data Driven Strategies - BASIC
This 21-hour virtual workshop builds off the online Microsoft Access analytical training series. The training is presented over four weeks in a multi-faceted learning platform that includes live and recorded training sessions, self-paced activities, and one-on-one live remote tutorial sessions throughout the 4 weeks.
Workshop Schedule:
Wednesday, October 14th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Thursday, August 27th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Thursday, June 11th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Wednesday, June 10th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Tuesday, June 9th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Microsoft EXCEL for Data Driven Strategies - INTERMEDIATE
This 14-hour virtual workshop is the next step in the training series and builds on the Basic-Excel Workshop. The workshop includes threshold analysis and critical thinking, application with complex formulas, and 3D mapping in Excel. The workshop presented over three weeks in a multi-faceted learning platform that includes live and recorded training sessions, self-paced activities, and one-on-one live remote tutorial sessions throughout the 3-weeks.
Workshop Schedule:
Wednesday, November 18th Self-Paced and Live Segments
Wednesday, October 14th Self-Paced and Live Segments
To register for this training contact Daniel A. Howard at: danhoward@iadlest.org
Analyst Mastermind Webinar Series:
In this past webinar series, crime and crash analysts shared advanced techniques and best practices to help departments reduce traffic crashes and crime in their jurisdiction. Note: The February 19, 2020 session was a Chief's Roundtable answering questions about how to promote buy-in for evidence-based policing in a department.
BJA Building Analytical Capacity: Crime and Crash Analysis Webinar Recordings
(Previously Recorded)
These are a series of twenty webinars produced by IADLEST in cooperation with the Bureau of Justice Assistance covering various aspects of data analysis. View to find out how you can help your department reduce the number of traffic crashes and crime incidents in your community.
Building Analytical Capacity
Multi-Part Webinar series.
A multi-part nationally recognized Data Analysis Using Microsoft Access and GIS on-line series consisting of 60 to 90-minute webinars previously conducted.
The Webinar Recordings are accessible for review purposes only and can be found at the below links:
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GIS: Mapping and Hot Spot Identification series: |
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