PS 208 - PC 832 (Non Firearms)

    Recent Professors
    Thomas Wilson
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PS 208
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Designed to satisfy the curriculum standards of the Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training (POST) as required by Penal Code Section 832. It is the minimum training standard for California Peace Officers. Topics include: Professional Orientation, California Criminal Law, Rules of Evidence, Laws of Arrest, Use of Force and Community Relations. This course is mandated by state law for persons in diverse peace officer classifications not requiring the carrying of firearms.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–3:20pm