Smarter policing starts with smarter decisions. Understanding Intelligence-Led Policing is a practical, expert-designed course that shows you how to transform raw data into actionable intelligence—and use it to drive agency strategy, operations, and outcomes. Whether you're a frontline officer, crime analyst, or command staff leader, this course gives you the tools to understand and apply ILP in your own agency, no matter the size or starting point. Through short, engaging video lessons and downloadable templates, you'll learn: The history of U.S. policing and how ILP emerged The intelligence cycle—and who plays what role How to develop tactical, operational, and strategic products How to build a culture that supports analysis and proactive policing What success looks like—and how to track it By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to lead smarter patrols, write more useful intelligence, and support long-term strategies that actually reduce crime.