Professional Development

AJA’s Professional Development Workshops, Virtual Trainings, Summits and Conference focus exclusively on issues specific to the operations of local correctional facilities. These single or multi-day intensive trainings provide beneficial and useful information to bring back for use in your facility. Many times the greatest learning experiences come from the networking. Classes include practitioners from all around the country. Many attendees keep in touch with those friends and colleagues they met through AJA training!

Join the thousands of correctional professionals who have turned to AJA for training, while advancing their careers, and strengthening their agencies.

The American Jail Association can provide your staff with cost-effective, custom-designed training and technical assistance in the comfort and convenience of your own facility. For information, contact Training Coordinator Lori Bachtell at 301-857-2620 or lorib@aja.org
   
         
 
 
Objective Jail Classification
July 22 - 25, 2025 / *Elkton, MD
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Rocky Mountain Jail Leadership Academy
August 11 - 15, 2025 / *Grand Junction, CO 
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Jail Executive Institute
September 7 - 12, 2025 / *Omaha, NE
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150+ Jail Bed Stock Illustrations ...  
Housing, Classification and Special Population
September 22 - 24, 2025 / *Aspen, CO 
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Managing Conflict at Workplace  
Managing Staff Conflict
October 13 - 14, 2025 / *Medina, OH 
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                                               The American Jail Association Professional Development Institute (AJAPDI) 
 
    In Partnership with the American Jail Association and Cape Fear Community College, we are proud to present the American Jail Association Professional Development Institute (AJAPDI). These seminars promote the continual improvement of the jail professional. In a field that is constantly changing, take advantage of these valuable sessions to expand and/or reinforce professional skill set.  Claim your spot today!

 

September 22 - 23, 2025 / 8 am - 5 pm
Instructor: Brenda Dietzman

Harnessing the Power of Generations: Working Better, Together

How to Recruit, Retain, Motivate and Lead Today’s Workforce
 
Dive into the dynamic world of generational strengths and differences in the workplace with this compelling workshop! As Gen Zers embark on their careers, Millennials step into leadership roles, and Baby Boomers and Gen Xers continue to offer invaluable experience and stability, it's crucial to understand and leverage the unique strengths each generation brings to our organizations.
In this refreshing and insightful workshop, we'll explore the positive characteristics of all generations and how to effectively utilize their unique skill sets. We'll delve into how different generational upbringing has shaped them into the employees they are today. By examining research-based studies, we'll uncover strategies to recruit, retain, motivate, and develop these individuals into the leaders we need now and in the future. 

This workshop promises engaging discussions, practical insights, and actionable strategies to help you harness the power of generational diversity and drive success in your organization. Plus, you will leave with an action plan to better recruit, hire, train and retain your most valuable asset, your people!



 

Cape Fear Community College
4500 Blue Clay Road
Castle Hayne, NC 28429


Please contact Tim Fuss to register: 
Director, Law Enforcement Programs
Ph: 910-362-7220

Em: tlfuss560@cfcc.edu

Please contact Lori Bachtell for any questions: 
Training and Programs Manager, American Jail Association
Ph: 301-857-2620

Em: lorib@aja.org


Calendar will be updated as workshops are added, please be sure to check back here or Cape Fear's Calendar at 
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