• To promote and foster mutual cooperation between Field Training Officers, other members of their agencies, private industry and the public.

• To provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and new techniques.

• To conduct training seminars and conferences in FTO program related issues.

• To research educational methodology so that improvements may be made in the areas of teaching and learning.

• To educate the membership and the public regarding apprenticeship training.

• To keep membership, agencies, and the public informed of legislative and statutory changes and their influence on field training.

• State/regional networking

• Training meetings

• An annual 3-5 day conference (Conference Fees Not included in Membership)

• Consulting support to FTOs

• Training programs

• Periodic NAFTO newsletters

• Free subscription to The Trainer, published by the Houston Police Department.   Contact the Houston Police Department directly.