Criminal Justice Institute News
2026 CJI Membership Program
Thank you for your continued participation in the Criminal Justice Institute’s membership program! Since its inception in 2018,
Are you a graduate of CJI’s Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program?
If so, take advantage of our ADVANCED program, which is coming this Winter and is only available to
Advance Your Career with Exclusive Degree Programs for Arkansas Law Enforcement
The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) is proud to partner with 13 colleges and universities across Arkansas to offer
CJI’S Latest Course Schedule Features 8 New Classes
The Criminal Justice Institute is pleased to announce our new course schedule for Winter/Spring 2026. In addition to
CJI Employee Spotlight: HEATHER BRIDGES
As CJI’s Education and Training Center Administrator, Heather facilitates our Illicit Drug, Forensics, and Computer courses. If your
Apply Today for Instructor Development in SFST and DRE
The Criminal Justice Institute is now accepting applications for two Instructor Development courses: Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST)
Take Advantage of Online Training
The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) is committed to making high-quality training accessible to law enforcement professionals across Arkansas.
CALMING THE FIRE: Fundamental Principles for De-Escalation and Understanding People
Calming the Fire: Fundamental Principles of De-escalation and Understanding People is coming to Northwest Arkansas! This training will
NEW CLASS! Stoic Resiliency for Law Enforcement Officers
Law enforcement professionals face unique and demanding challenges every day. To help officers build mental toughness and thrive
Jones Named Interim Director of Criminal Justice Institute
LITTLE ROCK (Sept. 24, 2025) — University of Arkansas System President Jay B. Silveria today named Kimberly Hendricks