Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command 2026

The Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commissions is proud to host the Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command!

The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) prepares public safety managers for senior positions by combining academic principles with practical applications. Since its launch in 1983, SPSC has become one of the most highly respected law enforcement management programs in the country. Designed for mid- and upper-level personnel, this intensive program incorporates adult- and problem based learning models into its thorough curriculum. Because participants are experienced professionals, course activities encourage class members to learn from each other’s experiences, build relationships, and develop networks that will last long after the course has ended. For more information on the program, visit https://sps.northwestern.edu/center-for-public-safety/landing/spscflyer/.

Registration for this program is being conducted directly through Northwestern University!! To visit the registration page, click here. Questions and/or issues with registration, should be directed to Roslyn Austin, r-austin@northwestern.edu.


Scholarship Program Information
The Police Training and Standards Commission is offering five (5) full scholarships for law enforcement professionals to attend the 10-week School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC). Priority will be given to smaller agencies with limited training budgets. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition only ($4,900).

For more information and to apply, please view the Scholarship Overview and visit the Scholarship Application Form.

Location: PSETC Sykesville
Dates of Class: 09/08/2026 - 11/20/2026
Approval Number: Pending
Approved Hours: Pend
Price: 4900.00

Click Here to view the Northwestern University Flyer