Recent SemestersSpring 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits2PrerequisiteCompletion with a grade of "C" or better or a Passing grade in: Obtaining a medical clearance and medical insurance prior to attending is highly recommended. Students may be exposed to tear gas and/or pepper spray. Students should have the ability to participate in strenuous activities such as kneeling, lying in a prone position while handcuffed, handcuffing other persons, use of impact weapons, and physically controlling non-compliant or combative persons. CJA 099A and the ability to lawfully possess fully automatic firearms, explosive ordinance, and a baton in the State of California. or POST certified basic law enforcement academy or equivalent as determined by the Associate Dean of Criminal Justice Academies. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionA Peace Officer Standards and Training certified course to train peace officers to become a member of a Special Weapons and Tactics team.Usually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu Fri 7:00am–4:00pm 