NMLETC Tupelo

08/24/2026

Attention law enforcement agency administrations:

We would like to invite you to attend our open house on September 24, 2026.

If you plan to attend you MUST rsvp by September 21st to [email protected]

08/21/2026

We wrapped up Week 2 today for Basic Class B-83 at NMLETC.

Last Monday, 35 cadets arrived and began the 12-week academy. The first day and first week are always the hardest.

During the first week, cadets learned about policing the public and civil complaints from Dr. Jeff Johnson, along with stress management. They finished the week with OC spray on Thursday and Taser training on Friday.

This week, the class learned about ethics and traffic laws, with M/Sgt. Bryan Morrow of the Mississippi Highway Patrol providing instruction on traffic laws.

As always, we appreciate everyone who showed up on that first day and gave it a shot, even those who decided law enforcement was not the career for them. Showing up and finding that out takes more than never trying at all.

We also want to thank all of the instructors who give their time to NMLETC and help train the next generation of law enforcement officers. We could not do what we do without them.

27 cadets with two weeks down and 10 more to go for B-83.

08/20/2026

We are proud to be hosting the following class!!!

Aggression Response & Control Tactics (ARCT) Instructor Course
November 2–4, 2026 | Tupelo, Mississippi

Professional Protectors™ is bringing the ARCT Instructor Course to Tupelo, Mississippi, November 2–4, with special group registration rates and flexible options for agencies working within current budget constraints.

Agency Group Rates
1 Instructor — $600
2 Instructors — $1,100 total ($550 each)
4 Instructors — $2,000 total ($500 each)

For agencies looking to develop multiple instructors, the four-person option represents a $400 savings over individual registration.

Flexible Registration & Budget Options
We understand that training decisions are often affected by budget cycles, available training funds, and agency purchasing requirements.

Agencies may:

Register online through the Professional Protectors™ website.
Submit a Purchase Order to reserve seats for personnel.
Contact us regarding invoicing arrangements when budget timing or funding cycles create an obstacle to registration. We can invoice immediately for a current budget or delay until new budget funds are available.
If your agency wants to attend but the timing of available funds is an issue, contact us. Our goal is to work with agencies whenever possible rather than allow an administrative or budget cycle to prevent personnel from attending.

Three Days. Instructor Certification. Agency Capability.
The Aggression Response & Control Tactics (ARCT) Instructor Course prepares qualified personnel to teach a practical, concept-driven system for managing aggressive and resistant individuals.

Training incorporates communication and de-escalation, response to sudden aggression, defensive and control tactics, transitions across levels of resistance, decision-making under stress, and instructor development.

Graduates return to their agencies with the ability to integrate ARCT concepts into existing defensive tactics and use-of-force training while developing personnel through a structured instructor methodology.

ARCT Instructor Course
November 2–4, 2026
Tupelo, Mississippi

Agency Registration & Purchase Orders:
[email protected]
903-646-1404

Class size is limited. Agencies interested in taking advantage of the group rates are encouraged to reserve their training positions early.

See the attached course flyer for complete program information.

Chief James Pierson (ret)
JP Law Enforcement & Safety Training
www.professionalprotectors.com
Specialized training for law enforcement, EMS, security & executive protection - trusted internationally since 2017

08/14/2026

We had a great first week. Always appreciate those that showed up Monday and those that remain for week 2.

We drop in on Class B 83 at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement T...

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

We were glad to have Senator Chad McMahan visit NMLETC today. We appreciate his continued support of the academy and law enforcement across our area. We are thankful for his time and his willingness to stop by and visit with us

08/09/2026

Tomorrow at 0800, Basic Class B-83 begins.

As many of you know, the first day is usually the hardest. It is not hard because of the instructors. It is hard because of the unknown, living with people you have never met, and the stress that comes with entering a law enforcement academy.

There is not one person coming down the infamous hill tomorrow morning who is not capable of making it. As we tell every class, it is the 5 1/2 inches between your ears that will determine whether you stay or not.

Some people may realize tomorrow that becoming a police officer is not the career path they want to take. There is nothing wrong with that. NMLETC appreciates every person who had the courage to show up and give it a try. Most people never make it that far.

For those who continue, we look forward to spending the next 12 weeks preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers. Good luck to each of you, and we will see you in the morning. You got this!!!

07/09/2026

NMLETC took advantage of the time between academy classes by hosting Tupelo PD In-Service Training.

Tupelo PD holds several in-service trainings throughout the year, and every officer participates, from the Chief to the newest officer in the FTO program.

This week’s training was titled “Move, Shoot, Communicate” and was led by SRO Sgt. Chris Wray. Several months ago, Sgt. Wray attended training where he learned these tactics, and he brought that knowledge back to help instruct TPD officers.

We appreciate Sgt. Wray’s willingness to attend intense training and then relay that information to others. We also appreciate the administrators of Tupelo PD and their proven leadership in attending training alongside everyone else.

As always, NMLETC appreciates all who continue to learn, train, and serve.

06/26/2026

Today was the graduation ceremony for Class 2026-B-82. We would like to say thank you to all the Chiefs and Sheriffs that trusted us with their officers.

05/14/2026

We are now accepting cadets for the upcoming August Full-Time Law Enforcement Basic Class. This class is set to begin on August 10th and graduate October 30th.

The entrance PT tests are scheduled for June 9th and 23rd and July 21st at 9am at the Training Center.

You will need to bring a photo ID along with the physical portion of the application. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at 662.841.6400 or email [email protected].