Closing the Resiliency Training Gap with a

Coach Approach to Leadership Training

National Beta Program for

Law Enforcement Officers 

4 Day Live Events in NJ, CO, AZ, CA, and HI.

In a world that demands resilience and adaptability, our programs offer a unique approach. We understand that building resilience is not just a skill but a necessity for officer wellness.

Through our specialized Resiliency Leadership & Organizational Wellness Certification, we address the specific challenges faced by officers and departments, empowering you to thrive in the face of adversity. At Elias Institute, we go beyond closing the resiliency training gap – we create a foundation for lasting resilience and leadership excellence.

Take Your Leadership to the Next Level with Formal Coach Training

Added Specialization of Resiliency Leadership & Organizational Wellness

Coach Approach

The command and leadership culture is ideal for taking a coach approach to leadership and officer engagement. Formal coach training supports leaders in leveraging officer skills, insight, experieice, and real world solutions to address ongoing individual and departmental challenges, building community engagement, and fostering ongoing colloboration with other agancies. (Walter Reed, 2022)

Leadership that Inspires

A resilient leader is an individual who effectively manages stress and recovers quickly from challenges demonstrating personal resilience in the face of adversity. Resiliency leadership, on the other hand, is an organizational approach that fosters resilience among team members. It involves adopting habits that promote resilience, coaching followers, inspiring innovation, and creating a collaborative workplace culture.

Culture of Resiliency

Resiliency leadership takes a systems approach to identify and adopt protocols and organizational structures that, by their nature, support the daily implementation of habits that promote resiliency. At its core a culture of resiliency enlists a foundation of comradery, peer support, and a fundamental understanding that leadership is there to support and challenge officers to be better today than yesterday.

National Beta Program for Law Enforcement Leadership

Our certification programs are meticulously crafted to comprehensively address the multifaceted needs and intricate challenges encountered by professionals within the public sector, public safety, and law enforcement realms. With a dedicated emphasis on understanding the unique dynamics of these fields, our curriculum offers a thorough exploration of industry-specific nuances and emerging trends. By providing candidates with a robust skill set and profound knowledge base, we empower you to navigate your roles with confidence and effectiveness, ensuring you are well-prepared to meet the demands of your respective domains.

Here at Elias Institute we apply an evidence-informed approach blending knowledge from research, industry best practice, and real world applications to ensure our programs are structured to meet your institutions unique needs. We do more than assume our programs work, we implement formal research pratices by conducting Beta programs where we identify preferred outcomes, use standardized forms of measurement, and collect pre and post data. We evaluate that data to make program improvements and updates to identify that the programs are in fact producing the desired outcomes.

 

Participating in a Beta Program

Tailored to Meet YOUR Needs

Beta refers to the stage in program development where the program is released to a select group of participants before its open to the general public. This allows us to gather valuable insights, identify desired outcomes, and make improvements based on program outcomes and participant feedback.

Tuition Reduction

Participants of this program will have early access to this ground braking program that provides you with professional association certification, 3 pre-post leadership assessments, 1:1 coaching, mentor coaching, mid-program check-in, peer support, certified instructor feedback, tuition discounts, and much more.

We're Here to Support You

As you move through the program our team will work with you and your department closely to ensure positive outcomes. The program is structured to provide you with peer support, certified instructor feedback, and mentor coaching. We encourage you to provide us with feedback and insights throughout the program.

Closing the Resiliency Training Gap with a Leadership Coach Approach

Unlock YOUR Leadership Potential with Professional Coach Training

This program is designed for Chief’s and Mid-Level leaders to bring a leadership coach approach to your department that fosters an organizational culture of resiliency, employee engagement, and positive individual and departmental outcomes.

  • This program has successfully been applied in the private sector and has been tailored to meet the unique needs of first responders specifically law enforcement officers. Because this is a Beta program we will tailor each event to the interest and needs of the individual participants and their departments.
  • We provide a specialized focus on supporting first responders, public safety workers, and military personnel in navigating high stress environments while fostering hardy and resilient teams.
  • Embedded in our coach training are the tips and tools to coach and guide leaders to foster a culture of resiliency to support essential change initiatives that lead to organizational wellness.

Join us on a transformative journey toward closing the resiliency training gap while developing coaching and leadership mastery with real-world applications.

STRUCTURE

Program Structure 

Our International Coach Federation (ICF) Approved Level 1 Course is presented in a series of Modules. 

The program begins with 60 hours of foundational coach training in the context of implementation within a leadership capacity broken into two 30 hour modules. Module 1: Coaching Foundations for Leadership Solution and Module 2: Coaching for Designing Actions.

Upon completion of  Modules 1 & 2 you will begin your specialization tract of Resiliency Leadership. ***You can start with our Level 1 Program and add the Level 2 program at any time as the Level 2 program includes the Level 1 courses. 

Closing the Resiliency Training Gap

In 2022 Walter Reed conducted a study to identify why their resiliency program wasn’t yielding the anticipated utilization they had hoped for in the workplace, recommending a shift to a coaching approach to resolve the gap in the training utilization. The data tells us that there are three key factors that positively contribute to transfer of training or program utilization which we have embedded into all of our training programs. This is relevant for individuals and organizations. (Harvard, 2017)

1. Senior levels of leadership must champion implementation: this means more than buy-in by the senior levels of leadership they must encourage and support ongoing implementation of the new learning.

This is why here at Elias Institute we work directly with senior levels of leadership to provide the organization the guidance and support they need to usher in change.

2. Training must be relevant to the work of the trainee: transfer of training is all about utilization. A participant might find the training interesting and enjoy the learning process, however that training will not transfer unless it is relevant to the day to day tasks of the trainee.

To ensure that our trainings transfer we provide specializations within the coaching format and give you options so choose the specialization that is right for your interests and professional development needs.

3. Trainees require follow up formal professional coaching: after attending a training the participant is excited to return to the workplace and implement the new learning. Unfortunately their coworkers and leaders are not as thrilled. The trainee often runs into a series of obstacles to the implementation of the new learning.

This is where having formal coaching is essential for the transfer of training. When the trainee has a coach to assist them in identifying options for implementation, brainstorming the potential obstacles to implementation, and designing actions to overcome those obstacles with clear action steps transfer of training increases.

When you have formally trained coaches in your organization you will enjoy an improvement of transfer of training and increased success in implementing change initiatives throughout your organization. ***For organzations sending followers to coach training we suggest multiple participants attend to support transfer of training and fostering a coaching culture.

Hybrid Course Structure

Hybrid training programs increase transfer of training, provides the trainee more time to absorb and practice implementation of course material making the overall learning process more effective and enjoyable.

Our hybrid programs vary in structure and delivery. The coach training programs are broken into modules and courses. Each Module has a series of course within that module. Each course comes with an OnDemand video series.

Since our programs are academically rigorous each course has lecture videos that are provided for the students prior to the live events. This gives you the opportunity to review and absorb the learning content at a pace that is most comfortable for your unique learning style.

Participants arrive at the live event  with an understanding of the general concepts ready to dive in for the experiential part of the learning and skill building. ***The live portion of the training is delivered via Zoom or in person.

Our students have found this unique approach to coach training to deepen their coaching skills and strengthen their overall confidence.

OnDemand Video Series

For each course there is an OnDemand video series. The videos are presented in 5 to 60 minute segments. We encourage you to take notes while watching the video series and bring your questions and insight to the live event where your certified instructors and peers can bring added value to your learning experience.

Your OnDemand video series is housed in the Zenler Platform. You are provided access to your OnDemand video series upon completion of your course registration.

Your OnDemand video series  is available to you for 6 months after the completion of your training program.

10 Hours of Mentor Coaching

Throughout the program you will coach, be coached, and observe coaching to deepen your learning as you strengthen your coaching skills. You will be trained in giving and receiving coaching feedback that fosters trust and builds coaching confidence.

Within the mentor coaching part of the program you will participate in group and individual coaching sessions designed to advance your coaching and leadership skills. Peer-to-peer interactions are strongly encouraged.

Upon completion of your first module you are encouraged to start coaching outside the program so that you can share your challenges with the group for brainstorming and problem solving as well as your successes and how to utilize your success to maintain ongoing motivation for your coaching clients. 

***The 10 hours of mentor coaching meets the requirements for ICF certification for ACC & PCC.  

Skill Building Coaching Practicum and Feedback

In your skill building coaching practicum you will be coach and coachee. You will receive certified instructor led coaching feedback as well as peer-to-peer feedback. You will be trained in giving and receiving clear and concise feedback to advance your coaching and leadership skills.

You will have the opportunity to observe your peers and certified instructors as they provide coaching and get coached. Witnessing the coaching relationship provides a unique perspective that allows you to advance your coaching skills by identifying what is working and what is not working within a coaching session supporting your process of developing coaching mastery.

Professional Review of Your Coaching Sessions

Learn by doing! You will begin practice coaching with your peers on your very fist day within the live session of your coaching program. As you advance throughout the program you will receive written and oral feedback from a certified instructor. Throughout the course of the program you will be observed for a minimum of 5 twenty minute coaching session where you are supported with instructor feedback.

Upon completion of the program you will submit 2 audio recordings of coaching sessions and you will receive written feedback to support you as you continue to build your coaching skills. ***These 2 coaching sessions meet the professional association requirements for certification as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with ICF

3 Day Live Events

You will participate in 3 – 3 Day live events.

The program runs for 6 months and you will attend your in-person live event every other month from your start date.

OnDemand Video Series

Your course content is broken into Modules and course. Each course within your module will have an of OnDemand videos series that you’re required to watch prior to attending your live events.

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Mentor Coaching & Peer Support

Prior to your live events you will have a 1:1 coaching session, complete 3 assessments, and do a series of goal setting exercises. Within the program there are 10 hours of mentor coaching presented in group and 1:1 settings. You will practice coaching between live events.

Program

Customization

All Modules and course work can be customized to meet the unique needs of: Female Officers, Tribal Departments, LGBTQ Officers, based on size of department, community needs, or local and state policies. In addition, programs can also be tailored for collaborating agencies, support staff, and civilian agency employees.

COURSE OUTLINE

 Module 1: Coaching for Leadership Solutions

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Coaching Foundations: Skills, Techniques, and Practice

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Coaching for Resiliency Leadership: Transformational Leader & 3C's of Hardiness

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Coaching Competency Practicum & Feedback

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Coaching for Transfer of Training: Improve Utilization of Change initiatives by Building a Coaching Culture

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Hardiness and Resiliency Level 1: Using the 3C's of Hardiness in Goal Setting

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Module 2: Coaching for Designing Actions

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Wellness Coaching Foundations

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Using Assessments In Coaching

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Coaching Within a Command & Leadership Setting: Applying Coaching to Your Leadership Tool Kit

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Coaching To Foster Motivation

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Laser Coaching Techniques

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Coaching to Build Hardiness and Resilience Level 2

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Module 3: Resiliency Leadership Coach

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Resiliency Leadership and Coaching in a High Stress Environment

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Coaching to Develop Emerging Leaders

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Coaching to Build Bridges & Managing Up

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Brief Coaching Techniques & Managerial Coaching

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Coaching for Change Initiatives & System Reform

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Coaching to Build Cohesive Hardy Teams

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Internal Coaching: Building a Coaching Culture

OnDemand Video Series

Your OnDemand video series is available for you as soon as you complete your registration process. Enjoy hours of academically rigorous content filled with industry best practices geared for workplace implementation.

Done-for-You Coaching Protocol

To support you as you embark on your coaching journey we provide you with a Done-for-You 12 week coaching protocol that you can structure to fit your specialty and your unique client or organizational needs.

Assessments & Coaching

Assessments are powerful tools to implement within the coaching relationship. To experience this first hand you will receive the Hardiness Resilience Gauge (HRG), Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ), and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS).

 

Closing the Resiliency Training Gap

Our comprehensive systems approach fosters organizational wellness, hardy and resilient teams, and organizational wide transfer of training supporting your organizations in closing the resiliency training gap. 

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Participants Say

“Dr. Elias provides guidance into building better relationships with subordinates through a more nuanced coaching technique rather than a direct “you should do this” method

Chief Ronald A Cundey

Harrison Twp Police Dept. NJ

“What stood out most to me about the program is that it provided me an opportunity to become more aware of my leadership style(s); how I view myself as a leader as well as how others view me as a leader.”

Chief Michael Davison

Chesterfield Twp Police Dept., NJ

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