Derek Kephart

Education

​Master of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Rosemont College

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, LaSalle University, Magna Cum Laude

Biography

Over 27 years of experience in diverse major city policing, with the ability to successfully manage multiple people, assignments, and crisis events. Also, an experienced Adjunct Professor in the Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Enterprise.

Certifications

Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission #24308
New Mexico Technical Institute, Terrorism Awareness
Public Agency Training Council, Domestic Violence
Penn State Justice and Safety Institute (J.A.S.I), Police Executive Development
Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command Class #313
Philadelphia Police Department Advanced Training Unit Instructor Development Diploma

Associations

Chiefs of Police Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania- 1st Vice-President
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5

Honors and Awards

Heroism Medal, PPD
Merit Commendations (2), PPD
Problem Solving Commendation, PPD
Commendatory Citation, PPD
2000 Republican National Convention Special Event Commendatory Citation, PPD
2013 International Association of Chiefs of Police Commendatory Citation, PPD
2015 Pope Francis Visit Special Event Commendatory Citation, PPD
2016 Democratic National Convention Special Event Commendatory Citation, PPD
2020 COVID-19 Pandemic Commendation
Expert shooting proficiency badge, PPD (P.P.C. – Badge – Glock 17)
University of Pennsylvania Police Promotional assessment board member (2014)
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5 Outstanding Performance Award
Community Service Award, 12th Police District, 66th Street Town Watch Association (2011)