What is KYPCIS, and why is it needed?
The Kentucky Post-Critical Incident Seminar is a three-day seminar modeled after highly-successful programs developed by the FBI and South Carolina. These seminars are led by mental-health professionals trained to work with peace officers and are driven by a team of law enforcement and public safety dispatch peers who have experienced their own critical incidents and received training in Critical Incident Stress Management.
The development of this program fills a void in care for officers and dispatchers who currently are experiencing a lack of resources and support. Coping mechanisms often are negative, resulting in substance abuse, domestic issues, violence, and suicide. KYPCIS will offer law enforcement and dispatch professionals an avenue to properly manage the aftermath of critical incidents.
2026 SEMINAR DATES
KYPCIS 50
January 5-7, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 51
February 17-19, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 52
March 10-12, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 53
April 13-15, 2026
Bowling Green
KYPCIS 54
May 26-28, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 55
June 15-17, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 56
July 20-22, 2026
Paintsville
KYPCIS 57
August 18-20, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 58
September 15-17, 2026
Lexington
KYPCIS 59
October 12-14, 2026
Bowling Green
KYPCIS 60
December 8-10, 2026
Lexington
About KYPCIS
Learn more about who should attend Kentucky’s Post-Critical Incident Seminars, how the program was developed, and what attendees can expect.
Officer Stories
Nothing illustrates the need for KYPCIS more than hearing from officers who have suffered the aftermath of a critical incident.
Voices of Support
Hear from Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and others about how KYPCIS serves the needs of the commonwealth’s law enforcement.
“This seminar helped me greatly. I can really say it has changed my outlook on life itself. Talking to people who have been through the same struggles as I have, knowing I’m not alone and people actually care about me is really a great feeling.”
REACHING OUT
At KYPCIS, we understand the sensitive nature of dealing with post-critical incidents. We understand because we've been there and we respect your privacy. To contact a staff member about registration or for questions, please use the phone number or email listed below.
1-844-5KY-PCIS
kypcis@ky.gov
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