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8092- Use of Force Decision-Making, Human Performance Under Stress & Officer Wellness - 9/30/2026

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Full Description
This course is designed to provide law enforcement officers with a practical understanding of use of force decision-making through the lens of human performance under stress and officer wellness. It will enhance law enforcement officers’ ability to make legally sound, effective decisions in high-stress, rapidly evolving situations while improving long-term performance, resilience, and overall wellness.

The training integrates three critical components:
• Use of force law and decision-making
• Human performance under stress
• Officer wellness, fitness, and recovery

Through structured instruction, guided discussion, and scenario-based application, officers will gain a deeper understanding of how stress impacts perception, cognition, and motor skills during critical incidents. The course bridges the gap between policy and performance by focusing on how decisions are actually made under pressure—not just how they are evaluated after the fact.

In addition, the course emphasizes the direct connection between officer wellness and performance. Topics including fitness, nutrition, recovery, and stress management are addressed as essential components of decision-making, risk reduction, and long-term career sustainability.

Course Objectives

At the completion of this course, students will be able to:
• Define legal standards governing use of force, including Graham v. Connor and Tennessee v. Garner
• Explain the physiological and psychological effects of stress on perception, reaction time, and decision-making
• Identify limitations in cognition, perception, and motor skills under high-stress conditions
• Apply use of force decision-making principles based on the totality of the circumstances
• Demonstrate improved decision-making through scenario-based discussion and application
• Articulate use of force decisions clearly and effectively following critical incidents
• Identify strategies to manage stress and maintain performance under pressure
• Describe the role of physical fitness, nutrition, recovery, and mental wellness in officer performance and survivability.
Training Dates
09/30/2026 - 10/01/2026
Prerequisites
None Specified
Registration Dates
09/30/2025 - 10/07/2026
Available Seats
28
Hours
16h 0m
Fee
None Specified
Training Location
NC Justice Academy - Edneyville
3971 Chimney Rock Road
Edneyville, NC  28727
Resources Required
Students should bring note-taking materials. This course includes interactive discussion and scenario-based exercises. Comfortable attire is recommended for participation in practical exercises. No specialized equipment is required.
Reporting Instructions
None Specified
Signup Details
This is a dual enrolment course:
To register/pay for the course:

$499 per student
Registration link:     https://buy.stripe.com/3cIdR80TE9IPguacIa6oo00

For questions regarding registration and payment information, contact:
Robert Tirollo
TIR Enterprises
239-691-0075
info@tirtraining.us
https://tirtraining.us

To request housing on campus, contact Dan Grossi - dgrossi@ncdoj.gov
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