FAQ
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Frequently Asked
What is PDI?
PDI, or the Professional Development Institute is a series of world-class training courses offered by the training unit of the Los Angeles Police Protective League.
Who teaches PDI courses?
All PDI instructors are world-class experts in their fields with years of real-world experience. Each class is taught be different expert instructors; one size does not fit all at PDI.
Click here for instructor bios and which PDI course they teach.
Who can attend a PDI class?
Primarily, PDI’s target audience is sworn personnel from the rank of police officer through lieutenant, however non-sworn members of our profession and members of all ranks are welcome.
Although LAPPL members are made up of Los Angeles Police Officers; PDI welcomes and encourages law enforcement personnel from any agency to attend. Regional attendance and networking benefits all attendees. California agencies will receive CA POST CPT credit for completed courses.
Not only are all agencies across the United States welcome at our Downtown Los Angeles facility, but classes can also be taught at YOUR location too! For inquiries regarding this, please send us a contact form!
How can I register for a class?
Where are PDI classes held?
Most PDI classes are held in Downtown Los Angeles. However, check each class page to ensure you have the correct host agency and training location. The specific address and instructions will be emailed to each student upon registration. Ample secure parking is available at the training location.
When is the tuition due?
Course tuition is due by the first day of the course unless other arrangements have been made.
Are PDI course CA POST certified?
Yes. All PDI courses are CA POST certified. Please see each course for CPT credit hours.
Do students receive POST credit for successfully completing a PDI course?
Yes. Once CA POST certified courses are completed, CPT credit will automatically be listed on attendees’ POST Profile.
Students may check their POST profile by clicking here; Online POST Profile (ca.gov)
What classes are offered?
What is your attendance and cancellation policy?
Attendees must be a current employee of a law enforcement agency. Outside attendees considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you’d like to be considered.
Student substitutions are acceptable and encouraged as opposed to a cancellation. We ask that if you must cancel, you help us fill the seat by finding or sending someone else from your agency.
Cancellations within 10 calendar days of class are responsible for payment of 50% tuition.
No shows on the day of class will be charged and are responsible for full tuition.
What are students saying about the classes?
All officers and supervisors should attend this course!
Jon K. – Los Angles Police Department
Amazing class. I wish I had it with 5 years on instead of 17. But better later than never.
Cory M. – El Segundo Police Department
I wish I took this course at the beginning of my career instead of towards the end.
Steve H. – Santa Ana Police Department
Every police officer should take this course.
Brandon A. – Pasadena Police Department
Will my department pay for a PDI class? How can I attend one of your classes?
Students wishing to attend a PDI course on-duty and at the department’s expense are responsible for obtaining their department’s approval for attendance prior to registration.
We suggest starting with your supervisor or training coordinator and requesting in writing to attend specific courses paid for by the Department. Your supervisor and training coordinator/manager should be able to help you through this process and get you to our courses.
Students are welcome to attend PDI courses on their own time and dime.
Please ensure you’re registered so you don’t show up and surprise us. We look forward to seeing you!