Our Mission and Vision
The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) is dedicated to enhancing the professionalism and capabilities of law enforcement officers through innovative training, resources, and advocacy. Our mission is to provide the highest quality training and support to ensure the safety and effectiveness of officers in the field.
Founded in 1983, the NTOA has been at the forefront of tactical training and development, offering a wide range of programs designed to meet the evolving needs of law enforcement agencies. We are committed to fostering a community of learning and excellence, where officers can share knowledge and experiences to improve public safety.
Upcoming NTOA Events
Law Enforcement Operations Conference & Trade Show
August 30 - September 4, 2026
Hostage/Crisis Negotiations Conference and Trade Show
October 26-29, 2026
NTOA Workshop Series
December 7, 2026
Crisis Negotiation Team Policy
Integration of Behavioral Health Advisors
Comprehensive Programs
MIRACLE
MIRACLE aims to help reduce the use of force and the incarceration rate of people experiencing a mental health emergency, while simutaneously enhancing the safety of first responders.
Scholarship Funds - How You Can Help
The NTOA is proud to invest in the next generation through its three distinguished scholarship programs: the Sid Heal NTOA Academy Scholarship Fund, the John Kolman Training Scholarship Fund, and the James Torkar Educational Scholarship Fund.
NTOA Training
The NTOA’s ultimate goal is to improve public safety and domestic security through training, education and tactical excellence.
NTOA Academy - Sid Heal Tactical Command College
A dynamic learning experience using online, residency and experience-based tactical learning modules.
TAC Talks
Featuring live and on-demand webinars on a wide variety of law enforcement and fire/EMS related topics, led by some of our nation’s leading subject-matter experts.
brainHQ
The NTOA has partnered with BrainHQ from Posit Science to offer a unique, one-of-a-kind program that impacts all branches of public safety.
Reviews and Assessments
Objective, third-party reviews and assessments conducted by specially selected industry subject matter experts perform in-depth evaluations of all aspects of tactical teams or critical incidents.
Member Tested & Recommended Program
The NTOA Member Tested and Recommended Program has tested more than 3,000 products in real-world situations since 2003 and is regarded by many law enforcement agencies as paramount to their product purchasing decisions.
The Collaborative Reform Initiative Technical Assistance Center
(CRI-TAC) provides no-cost customized technical assistance solutions designed to meet the unique needs of state, local, tribal, and campus communities throughout the United States.
Physical Fitness Qualification (PFQ)
The objective of the NTOA SWAT Physical Fitness Qualification (PFQ) Test is to create a recommended fitness standard with universal applications for all SWAT operators.
What Our Members Say
"The NTOA's training has significantly enhanced my tactical skills and confidence in the field."
Officer Smith
"Attending the NTOA workshops has been a game-changer for my career development."
Sergeant Davis
"The resources provided by the NTOA are invaluable to any law enforcement professional."
Lieutenant Johnson
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