Earn your SHARP certification at the SHARP Academy, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Two weeks of intensive training in prevention strategy, victim advocacy, and building a zero-tolerance culture across the Army.
The Foundation phase establishes comprehensive knowledge of SHARP policy and prevention strategy. Students learn the regulatory framework, the Army's prevention model, and the critical distinctions between restricted and unrestricted reporting procedures.
Victim advocacy training introduces trauma-informed care principles that form the basis for all victim interactions. Students practice risk reduction assessment and learn to identify environmental and behavioral indicators of potential harm.
Bystander intervention training teaches practical techniques to safely and effectively intervene in situations before they escalate. This skill is foundational to the Army's prevention-first approach.
Applied Skills is where knowledge becomes capability. Students face realistic scenario-based training that tests their ability to respond to SHARP incidents under pressure, manage competing priorities, and support victims through the reporting process.
Case studies drawn from real-world incidents teach critical decision-making in complex situations. Victim response simulations test crisis intervention skills with role players providing realistic victim reactions and emotional responses.
The capstone evaluation requires students to demonstrate mastery across all competencies — from initial victim contact through case management, commander advisory briefings, and unit-level prevention program design.
Winter at Fort Leavenworth brings cold temperatures, but the SHARP course is entirely classroom-based. Temperatures range from 20–40°F with occasional snow and ice. Training is unaffected since all instruction takes place indoors.
Spring at Fort Leavenworth is ideal. Temperatures warm to 45–70°F with pleasant conditions for morning PT and post-class activities. The transition from winter creates comfortable training conditions both inside and outside the classroom.
Kansas summers are hot and humid, but all SHARP training takes place in air-conditioned classrooms. Temperatures routinely reach 90–95°F with high humidity. Plan morning PT early to avoid heat, and stay hydrated throughout the day.
Fall is the best season to attend SHARP. Cool temperatures of 45–65°F create ideal conditions for everything — commute, PT, and post-class activities. The Kansas autumn is pleasant with low humidity and clear skies.
SHARP runs 8 classes per year due to high demand across the Army. Classes are distributed throughout all four seasons. Source: SHARP Academy / Fort Leavenworth.
| Class | Report Date | Graduation | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARP 01-26 | 13 Jan 2026 | 23 Jan 2026 | Winter |
| SHARP 02-26 | 24 Feb 2026 | 06 Mar 2026 | Winter |
| SHARP 03-26 | 06 Apr 2026 | 17 Apr 2026 | Spring |
| SHARP 04-26 | 18 May 2026 | 29 May 2026 | Spring |
| SHARP 05-26 | 06 Jul 2026 | 17 Jul 2026 | Summer |
| SHARP 06-26 | 10 Aug 2026 | 21 Aug 2026 | Summer |
| SHARP 07-26 | 14 Sep 2026 | 25 Sep 2026 | Fall |
| SHARP 08-26 | 02 Nov 2026 | 13 Nov 2026 | Fall |
Prevention is a leadership responsibility. Every Soldier deserves a SHARP professional who is trained, certified, and ready to act.
Every failure at the SHARP Course has a type. We built a fix for each one.
The regulatory framework is dense and constantly evolving. If you can't cite AR 600-20 Chapter 7 and AR 600-20 Appendix H, you're not ready for the written exam.
SHARP professionals must discuss difficult subjects with confidence and empathy. If you can't lead hard conversations, you can't lead a prevention program.
You'll brief commanders, units, and senior leaders. If your delivery is weak, your message won't land. Briefing development is a graded event.
Victim response simulation is the hardest evaluation. If you freeze under emotional pressure or break protocol, you will fail the capstone.
Prevention is the mission. If you can't design a unit-level prevention plan with measurable outcomes, you're missing the entire point of SHARP.
Documentation saves cases and protects victims. Sloppy report writing undermines investigations and erodes trust in the SHARP program.
Key Takeaway: The SHARP course demands both intellectual mastery and emotional resilience. Know the policy cold, practice your briefing skills, and prepare to engage with difficult topics head-on. Arrive ready to lead hard conversations and support victims with empathy and professionalism.
The SHARP Professional's Commitment
I am committed to the prevention of sexual harassment and sexual assault. I will support every victim with compassion, confidentiality, and unwavering professionalism. I will build a culture of zero tolerance in every unit I serve.
I will protect every Soldier — regardless of rank, gender, or background. Prevention is my mission. Advocacy is my duty. Every Soldier deserves to serve in a climate of dignity and respect.
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