The Command College Program at Liberty University

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Command College Program

Make meaningful change in your organizational culture and positive social change in your community by joining the Command College program at Liberty University. The Command College program is a comprehensive leadership-development program tailored specifically for mid-level and executive leaders within the public safety sector. Here, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage personnel, navigate complex challenges, and lead with vision and integrity. The Command College program brings together the theoretical perspective of faculty and the practical experience of public safety officers. You will develop and strengthen agency leadership with enhanced leadership skills, improved decision making, and continuous improvement culture through this noncredit program.

Testimonials

"As a former practitioner turned pracademic, I understand the value of bridging theory and practice in education. The [Command College] program provides a unique environment where students will immerse themselves in the world of learning technologies, while also gaining hands-on experience tackling real-world challenges. Students working in teams will work towards solution recommendations for actual agency issues. [The Command College program] is more than just a development program; it's a launching pad for the next generation of public safety leaders and innovators."

"Public Safety Leaders, more than ever, are faced with an ever-growing list of challenges. From officer stress management and budgets to maintaining the balance of public need and enforcement, the skillset leaders need to effectively do their job well is daunting. Liberty University and [the Command College program] is uniquely positioned to provide sound, objective, ethically-based leadership training taught by professors who have both decades of real-world public safety experience and terminal degrees. We look forward to partnering with you in your journey to become the most effective public safety leader possible.”

Application Process

Potential applicants should download the application using the button to the right and, once you have thoroughly reviewed the requirements, submit the application and relevant documentation to commandcollege@liberty.edu. After your application has been reviewed, you will be contacted to set up a virtual interview.

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Program Registration

Application Deadline: Monday, July 7^th (or until full).

Program Dates:

2025

August 11-15, 2025
- Program orientation
- Leadership foundations
September 8-12, 2025
- Organizational management
- Strategic planning
October 13-17, 2025
- Policy development
- Change management
November 10-14, 2025
- Risk management
- Crisis leadership
December 8-12, 2025
- Contemporary justice issues
- Community engagement

2026

January 12-16, 2026
- Advanced leadership applications
- Resource management
February 9-13, 2026
- Strategic communications
- Professional development
March 9-13, 2026 (Final Session)
- Capstone presentations
- Graduation ceremony

Schedule Notes

Sessions begin at 1:00 p.m. on Mondays
Sessions conclude at 12:00 p.m. on Fridays
Total Program Duration: 8 months
Program Start: August 11, 2025
Program Completion: March 13, 2026

Weekly Schedule:

Monday 1-5 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tuition*: $5,500 which includes all program supplies and continental breakfasts and lunches Tuesday-Thursday

Program requirements: Laptop, internet connectivity, business casual attire, transportation and lodging

Lodging: Participants will be responsible for their own lodging, but Command College staff can send recommendations.

*this is a noncredit program