Phil Holmes

Phil Holmes’s extensive law enforcement career and instructor experience demonstrate a deep commitment to both professional development and community safety. Let’s break down the impressive aspects of his background:

1. Certifications and Service:
   • Missouri Generalist and Specialist Instructor Certification: A testament to his expertise and dedication to teaching.
   • 29 Years of Law Enforcement Service: Nearly three decades of serving and protecting.
2. Instructor Experience:
   • Defensive Tactics: Equipping officers with essential physical skills for self-defense and apprehension.
   • Domestic Violence: Addressing a critical area with sensitivity and practical strategies.
   • Racial Profiling: Tackling bias head-on through education and awareness.
   • Report Preparation: Ensuring accurate documentation—a foundational skill for law enforcement.
3. Teaching Roles:
   • Eastern Missouri Law Enforcement Academy: Sharing knowledge with aspiring officers.
   • Home Agency: Training both seasoned officers and recruits.
   • Topics Covered: Defensive tactics techniques, racial profiling, and domestic violence responses.
4. Operational Experience:
   • Patrol, DARE, SWAT, and DWI Enforcement: A diverse range of assignments, each contributing to his well-rounded perspective.
5. Education:
   • Nevada Highway Patrol Academy Graduate: A cross-state journey to acquire specialized training.
   • Missouri Baptist University Bachelor’s Degree: Grounding his practical experience with academic knowledge in Administration of Justice.

Phil’s dedication to teaching, coupled with his operational background, makes him a valuable asset to the law enforcement community.