Recent SemestersSpring 2026, Summer 2025Class Size25–30 studentsCredits2PrerequisitePOST Basic Certificate or equivalent; Participation in advanced officer training courses requires a prerequisite of completion of the following: Commission on Police Officer Standards Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee; state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to enrolling in these courses students must already be familiar with and be able to demonstrate all of the skills taught in a basic law enforcement academy. These will not be taught in the course; rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. Contact South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium for additional information. Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis course is designed to provide instruction on special weapons team tactics, including common SWAT responses, incident command structure, direct supervision of SWAT team, legal aspects, on-scene demeanor, and use of correct terminology. The course also conducts exercises in practical scenarios and problem solving simulations, psychological and physical aspects and considerations including general fitness, lifetime fitness, diet, and nutrition. 