Spark Training Announces 2026 Training Excellence Award Winners
(Franklin, Tennessee) — Spark Training, LLC is honored to recognize 13 incredible facilities that demonstrate exceptional focus on training and upholding high standards in corrections. This accolade is earned by meeting the training goals of an organization, offering important insight into the culture of a facility.
2026 Training Excellence Award Winners:
Jasper County – Iowa
Emmet County – Michigan
Houston County – Minnesota
Wadena County Jail – Minnesota
St. Genevieve County – Missouri
Noble County – Oklahoma
Florence County – Wisconsin
Chisago County – Minnesota
Perry County – Illinois
McLeod County – Minnesota
Beltrami County – Minnesota
Waseca County – Minnesota
Champaign County Sheriff - Illinois
2026 Honorable Mentions:
Washington County – Nebraska
Kanabec County – Minnesota
Mower County – Minnesota
Wabasha County – Minnesota
Green Lake County – Wisconsin
Marking the second year of this prestigious list, Spark Training’s Training Excellence Award also serves as recognition of commitment to professional development and dedication to gaining the appropriate knowledge and skills for success. “Providing high-quality training is the primary mission of Spark Training, and we take pride in recognizing organizations that excel in developing their teams for success,” stated Brian Lewis, Director of Training at Spark Training. “We aim to empower correctional professionals with the skills and knowledge essential to thrive in their vital roles.”
According to Spark Training research, naloxone training modules have helped reduce jail overdose events by 42%, outperforming facilities without the program by 39%. Moreover, medication pass training resulted in a 36% reduction in medication errors in jails during 2024. Time-efficient training, averaging 5 to 20 minutes, has resulted in over 90% user satisfaction and increased knowledge retention by up to 34%.
Spark Training has innovated the correctional training landscape through its dynamic, interactive programs that blend the latest technology with real-world scenarios. Their online training modules and in-person summits are designed to enhance critical skills such as conflict resolution and effective communication, all while aiming for the highest standards of industry-leading practices.
About Spark Training, LLC.
Spark Training, LLC is the nation’s leading corrections training partner, dedicated to elevating the field through accessible, high-quality training, practical readiness tools, and expert guidance. Spark equips correctional agencies and community partners with the knowledge, confidence, and heart needed to serve with excellence while addressing the unique challenges of correctional settings. Spark Training has received multiple prestigious awards, including being named the Best Correctional Training Company in the USA by Corporate Vision in 2024, the Healthcare Training Company of the Year in the 2025 & 2026 Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards, the Correctional Training Partner of the Year by Corporate Vision in 2025, the 2026 Global Recognition Award for advancing correctional healthcare education, and the 2026 Global 100 Award in the Education and Training category from Global Publishing Media Group (GPMG). Learn more at www.sparktraining.us.
