The Department of Language Training was established by the order of the Rector of the OSUIA dated 12.06.2019 No. 239 on the basis of the Department of Foreign Languages (from 1995 to 2002 - the Department of Ukrainian Studies and Language Training) and the Department of Ukrainian Studies (from 2002 to 2008 - the Department of Statehood of Ukraine).

Since 2020, the Department of Language Training has been headed by Candidate of Philology, Associate Professor Olena Sytko.

The Department of Language Training trains specialists in full-time/extramural forms of study of the first (bachelor's), second (master's) and third (educational and scientific) levels of higher education in the educational degrees of bachelor, master, doctor of philosophy, specialties 053 “Psychology”, 081 “Law”, 124 “System Analysis”, 262 “Law Enforcement”. 

An integral component of a law enforcement officer's readiness to perform his/her duties is, first, his/her command of the state language as the main language of professional communication. Secondly, the openness of Ukrainian society and the intensification of international assistance in connection with the armed aggression have significantly increased the importance of foreign language training for law enforcement officers.

All of this actualizes the need to search for such promising technologies for organizing teaching in the state and foreign languages that would be maximally focused on the professional and practical interests of future specialists and involve the following tasks

- introduction of innovative teaching technologies, results of modern scientific research in the field of philology and language teaching methods into the educational process, based on the competence approach in accordance with the requirements of the Law of Ukraine “On Higher Education”

- formation of Ukrainian and foreign language competencies, in particular, mastering language material, expanding the vocabulary of common and special vocabulary; 

- formation of psycholinguistic readiness and increase of motivation for educational and future professional activities in the state and foreign languages;

- development of creativity, critical thinking and teamwork skills, ability and willingness to communicate with representatives of different cultures;

- participation in the development and further implementation of the Roadmap for Improving Language Training in Higher Education Institutions that train specialists for the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, the National Guard of Ukraine and central executive authorities, whose activities are directed and coordinated by the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine.

The academic staff of the Department actively participates in international, national and university scientific events: scientific and practical conferences, round tables, inter-university scientific seminars; undergoes advanced training in domestic and foreign higher education institutions. 

Students annually take part in language competitions and Olympiads: Taras Shevchenko International Language and Literary Competition for Pupils and Students, Petro Yatsyk International Competition, literary quizzes “Language Unites All”, “Shevchenko's Name Knocks in Hearts”, reading competitions “Echo, Our Great Word!”, “Through the Thorns to the Stars”, essay competitions.

The Department of Language Training created the Speaking Club elective to improve the level of English proficiency among higher education students. The purpose of the Speaking Club is to give every student the opportunity to practice their communication skills, practicing and consolidating their existing knowledge. 

The department also has cadet and student scientific clubs: “Fascinating English” (headed by Senior Lecturer K.I. Drapaliuk) and ‘Dzherelo’ (headed by Professor E.V. Tyahnyryadno). At the meetings of the circles, students deepen their knowledge of English and Ukrainian, prepare reports and presentations for presentations at conferences, round tables, and other scientific events.