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Leadership Development

APCO's RPL & CPE - Your Investment in Professional Growth

Monday, July 28, 2025
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM  
Location: Baltimore Convention Center, 307-308
CEU: 1
Leadership Development

    Main Presenter(s)

  • Gina Edmunds

    Curriculum Developer
    APCO International
    Daytona Beach, Florida

    • Co-Presenter(s)

  • Dorothy Cave

    Education & Training Manager
    APCO International
    Daytona, Florida

  • SE

    Steve Edwards, PhD

    CPE Faculty Lead
    APCO International

Discover how APCO’s leadership programs, Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL) and Certified Public-Safety Executive (CPE), empower 9-1-1 professionals to excel in their careers and lead with confidence. This interactive panel will explore the program details and benefits, real-world impacts, and insights from alumni and program leaders. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or mentor the next generation, this session provides a unique opportunity to learn about the transformative experiences and career growth these programs offer. Join us to see how RPL and CPE can shape the future of public safety leadership!

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will understand the program details for APCO's RPL program, including course requirements, length, topics covered, and details regarding the required service project.
  • Participants will understand the program details for APCO's CPE program, including course requirements, length, topics covered, and details regarding the learning methods utilized including case studies, readings, written assignments, and discussions with public safety communications professionals composing their class.
  • Participants will understand the benefits that APCO's leadership programs provide, including learning how to manage both others and themselves, and the importance of self-improvement and lifelong learning. They will hear firsthand from participants of these programs on how APCO's leadership programs have impacted personal and professional lives, to improve the industry from both an agency and national level.