The Role of Civilians in Police Training

POLICE Contributing Editor Doug Wyllie and police trainer Kim Schlau discuss the role of civilian experts in law enforcement education.

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Doug Wyllie
June 13, 2022

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POLICE Contributing Editor Doug Wyllie and police trainer Kim Schlau discuss the role of civilian experts in law enforcement education.

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Doug Wyllie
Contributing Editor
Doug Wyllie has authored thousands of feature articles, opinion columns, news reports, and tactical tips with the goal of ensuring that police officers are safer and more successful on the streets. Doug...
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