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Compliance Expectations and Funding Distributions

Compliance Expectations and Funding Distributions

The Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Program supports the ongoing professional development of Michigan’s licensed law enforcement officers through annual training requirements and funding provided to eligible law enforcement agencies. This page provides information on CPE compliance expectations, funding distributions, program guidance, and related resources.

  • Compliance Expectations

    Public Act 552 of 2018 (PA 552) requires licensed law enforcement officers, tribal law enforcement officers, fire arson investigators, and qualifying private college security officers to complete active violence response training. Individuals who are not currently compliant with PA 552 requirements must complete Commission-approved PA 552 training in 2026 as part of the Commission-designated Tactical Operations CPE hours.

    Officers who graduated from an MCOLES Basic Police Training Academy session that began after May 3, 2019, or completed the Recognition of Prior Basic Training and Experience (RPTE) program after April 2024 and became licensed in Michigan, already satisfy the PA 552 requirement. Agencies are encouraged to have their MITN operator verify an individual’s PA 552 training status prior to contacting the Commission.

    If an officer is unable to complete the required training within the designated compliance period, an extension request must be submitted by the employing agency. 

  • Funding Distributions

    Funding is distributed annually to eligible agencies in accordance with the CPE Funding Distribution Guidelines to support compliance with continuing professional education requirements for licensed law enforcement officers.