National Association of Field Training Officers

Awards

Applications can be submitted via email to director@nafto.org.

Master FTO Award

The Master FTO (MFTO) recognition is representative of FTOs who choose to become fully knowledgeable learning professionals.

The FTO demonstrates a master level understanding of their role as a leader and learner and has a positive impact on the training program.

  • Letter of Endorsement

    1. On department letterhead.
    2. Impact should be measurable, clearly expressed,
    and well deserved.

  • Resume & Requirements

    1. Currently serving as an FTO.
    2. Two years of service as an FTO.
    3. Eight hours of leadership training.
    4. Eight hours of instructor development training.

  • Biography

    Recipient's biography

  • Who can apply?

    Available to ranks including Officer and Sergeant.

Special Contribution Award

The Special Contribution Award (SCA) is a special act or service award which recognizes individuals or groups for major accomplishments or contributions which have promoted the mission of the organization.

Award should be linked to the significance and impact of the accomplishment or contribution on the FTO program through a special project, assignment, or task. This contribution should be considered significant and “above and beyond” the recipient’s normal expectations. 

  • Letter of Endorsement

    1. On department letterhead.
    2. Description of contribution and impact made by the contribution.
    3. Impact should be measurable, clearly expressed, and well deserved.

  • Requirements

    Served as a member of the FTO program during special contribution.

  • Biography

    Recipient or group biography.

  • Who can apply?

    Available to ranks including Officer, Sergeant, and Lieuteant.

Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award (DSA) is a service recognition award for those who have rendered distinguished and outstanding service to their FTO program.

  • Letter of Endorsement

    1. On department letterhead from Dept. Chief or Sheriff.
    2. Impact should be measurable, clearly expressed, and well deserved.
    3. Endorsement should include 2 or more examples of the following:
          • Number of trainees trained
          • Special projects completed in support of the FTO program
          • Personal impact on trainees (supported by trainee evaluations and/or letter of support from trainees)

  • Requirements

    1. Five+ years of service to the recipient's FTO program.
    2. Extracurricular activities in support of the FTO program
          • pre-academy & post academy
          • tech support
          • peer development
          • serves in leadership role in law enforcement association, board, or committee
    3. Continued Education
          • 16 hours of instructor development courses
          • Subject Matter Expert instructor certificate (or an equivalent)

  • Biography

    Recipient or group biography.

  • Who can apply?

    Available to ranks including Officer, Sergeant, and Lieuteant.

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