My core background is in law enforcement/investigations and instruction. I was previously employed as a police officer for the City of Pinellas Park. I have served in various capacities and sections over 27 years. I still work in full-time law enforcement and have been an adjunct instructor at St. Petersburg College for about 12 years.
I have been instructing, both at my agencies and in the SPC police academy for more than 20 years. I completed my education while employed full time. I have first hand experience in maintaining a family life and full time job while working on my educational goals. Like many of our students, I have been working on my education over the long term. I feel this helps me understand what many of our students are working through during our courses.
My wife and I grew up in the St. Petersburg, FL area where we rasied our children.
My educational background includes:
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A.A. in Criminal Justice from St. Petersburg College
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A.S. in Crime Scene Technology from St. Petersburg College
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B.A. in Criminal Justice from St. Leo University
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M.A. in Criminal Justice Administration from University of South Florida
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FBI National Academy Graduate - Class #241
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Graduate Certificate from the University of Virginia
