Effective training is essential for first responder’s success, health, and safety. Charteris Foundation was founded in 1992 as a 501(c)(3) organization. Ten years later, Charteris Training Institute (CTI) was added to facilitate our ability to offer training in a number of areas.
Dr. Charles Litman and Dr. Tim Klerekoper not only have education and training in each area, they also have extensive experience working as and alongside law enforcement officers and first responders. Each has the unique qualities, experience, and education to make each training class uniquely valuable and applicable.
The mission of CTI and its instructors has always been to assist first responders mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually…
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Our unique modular approach means you can build a training class with the topics you feel are most needed for your company.
At CTI, we believe that a company’s greatest asset is its employees.
With challenges facing today businesses: economic uncertainty, talent acquisition/retention, and…
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Today’s law enforcement departments face a number of challenges including recruitment and retention, rising crime rates, budget constraints, evolving cybercrime threats, community trust, technology adaptation, and police
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With the number of challenges facing the hospitality industry including labor shortages, rising costs, and changing guest expectations, loyal and effective employees are a hotels greatest asset. CTI classes are designed…
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Dr. Chuck served as Sergeant for the Los Angeles Police Department. He earned a Ph.D in
Clinical Psychology and has been a private practice therapist, consultant and instructor for over thirty years.
"Dr. Charles Litman's professionalism and expertise as an engaging passionate teacher and
mental health provider is exemplary. He consistently demonstrates high standards of
excellence from hig passion and deep interest, demanding self and others in his
areas of
expertise."
Dr. Tim retired as a Major in 2024 having served police fire, Sheriffs, and Federal depatments for the past thirty- three years as a chaplain and counselor. He has taught a number of organizations and departments. "Dr. Tim is a phenomenal instructor. He is engaging, entertaining, and a subject matter expert. His depth of knowledge of the subjects that he teaches is evident and he has a way of bring the material to life making it easily
Dr. Chuck served as Sergeant for the Los Angeles Police Department. He earned a Ph.D in
Clinical Psychology and has been a private practice therapist, consultant and instructor for over thirty years.
"Dr. Charles Litman's professionalism and expertise as an engaging passionate teacher and
mental health provider is exemplary. He consistently demonstrates high standards of
excellence from hig passion and deep interest, demanding self and others in his
areas of
expertise."
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We would be privileged to connect with you! Simply fill out the contact form. You can also call us at 352-673-2202. Office Hours: 9:00-5:00 EST.
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