2022 Training Update: School Resource Officers (SROs) and School Security Employees (SSEs)

2022 SRO/SSE Training is in Session

MCSS staff, along with state and local subject matter experts, are once again in the classroom providing training to the dedicated individuals serving as SROs and SSEs throughout the State. In 2021, MCSS began the work of updating our model SRO and SSE training. The goal of the updates was to expand the program with new and much-needed modules in order to provide deeper training. Working closely with our local and state subject matter experts (SMEs), MCSS expanded training modules on De-escalation, Disability and Diversity Awareness, Implicit Bias, and Restorative Approaches.

Additionally, we added six new models to the training program including:

• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
• Crisis Intervention
• Dangers of Devices
• Normative Adolescent Behaviors
• Understanding Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

The additions and changes will be built into a professional development class that will be made available to previously trained SROs and SSEs.

MCSS appreciates all the SMEs dedicated to ensuring that the training provided to our Maryland SROs and SSEs is comprehensive and specific to their unique and important roles in our Maryland schools. 

Fact Sheet: MCSS 2022 SRO/SSE Training Updates

Blog Post: Maryland SRO FAQs – and Answers

Questions about MCSS training efforts may be sent to training.mcss@maryland.gov.