This course emphasis’s practical exercise that provides new SWAT officers the opportunity to learn basic tactical operations theory and develop a level of proficiency in common SWAT operations. The classroom portion will give the students a thorough understanding of the history of SWAT. Where law enforcement special tactics developed, why they were developed and why we need to continually reassess the progression of our tactical units to better serve our communities.
The students will be given instruction on proper target identification. They will also be tested on conducting pre-raid scouts and surveillance. The students will gather this information and compile it into a five-paragraph operations order on paper and PowerPoint format.
The basics of room entries, less lethal munitions, introduction to breaching will also be discussed. At the conclusion of the classroom portion the practical exercises will take the students to the culminating final scenarios. The students will test what they have learned throughout the week and conduct two missions while executing search warrants.
The course requirements will be the responsibility of the host agency, and will include:
- Sufficient area to perform the practical exercises
- Classroom with power point projector and speaker system
- Adequate seating for the size of class enrolled
- Restroom facilities
Students should bring all issued tactical equipment to include:
- Helmet
- Tactical vest
- Tactical response uniform
- Boots, gloves
- Primary and secondary weapon systems
- Protective masks
- Eye and ear protection
- 500 rounds for primary/secondary weapon systems
1 Week Course: 40 Hours
