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Violence De-Escalation (S.W.A.T.) - 0521-1 Basic S.W.A.T. Officer (Richland)

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Brief Description: 0521 Basic S.W.A.T. Officer

Full Description: This 50 hour course will provide the participants with an understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during Law Enforcement tactical operations. Upon completion of this course participants will possess the fundamental knowledge and skills to function in the various positions required of a SWAT team member.

This course is directed toward Law Enforcement Officers recently assigned to a specialized SWAT or emergency response team. This course will provide the participants with an understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during Law Enforcement tactical operations. Participants will gain practical experience operating as a member of a team during practical and scenario-based field exercises designed to develop both individual and team tactics. Participants will gain practical experience planning, developing & executing missions. Upon completion of this course participants will possess the fundamental knowledge and skills to function in the various positions required of a SWAT team member.

Course Objectives:
1. Students will learn the history and philosophy of SWAT.
2. Students will learn the structure and organization of a SWAT team and the roles and responsibilities of each.
3. Introduction to the specialized equipment and munitions used by SWAT teams.
4. Students will learn the overarching principles associated with LETCSA and how they apply to SWAT operations.

Audience: This course is open to law enforcement officers who have been recently assigned to a specialized SWAT or emergency response team.

Dress Code: For security reasons, while on the WSCJTC campus are encouraged to wear their agency logo shirt/uniform and have their agency ID badge visible.

Cancelation Policy: Cancellation Policy: Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class. There is a $600 no show or late cancellation fee. Cancellations are done by the agency's training manager in the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

Training Dates: 09/07/2025 - 09/11/2025

Training Times: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Prerequisites: None Specified

Registration Dates: 09/07/2024 - 08/23/2025

Available Seats: 11

Hours: 50h 0m

Fee: $800.00

Training Location: Hanford Patrol Training Center (Hammer Training Facility)
2990 Horn Rapids Road
Richland, WA 99352 (Benton County)

Directions to Location: Hanford Patrol Training Center
2990 Horn Rapids Rd, Richland, WA 99354

Resources Required: You will find a list attached to the class acceptance email:

REQUIRED:

1. Pistol with empty magazines (No Live Ammo Needed for Course)
              a. Duty Holster
2. Rifle with 3 empty magazines (Rifle must be zero’ d prior to course and student must be proficient in its operation, ex. must be able to demonstrate field stripping of their weapon systems, must have been through departmental or otherwise comparable rifle familiarization course or introductory course/training).
              a. Sling
              b. Light
              c. Optic (Optional)
3. Simmunition Ammo
            a. 250 Pistol/250 Rifle (SIM or UTM)
4. Handheld Flashlights/Lighting Sources with Chargers
5. External/Outer Carrier with Ballistic Panels
            a. To include all equipment pouches, holders, etc.
6. Soft Body Armor
7. Eye Protection
8. Over Ear Protection
9. Helmet
10. Gloves
11. Gas mask w/filter, properly fitted
12. Patrol Duty Belt
13. Appropriate Footwear (No open-toed shoes)
14. Full Length “Utility” style pants
15. Long-Sleeved  “Utility” top
16. Note-Taking Materials

Recommended Item Needs for the Course
a. Conversion Kits (SIM Pistol/SIM Rifle Bolt for your Weapon System)

Reporting Instructions: Class hours are 0700-1800, Sunday through Thursday.

Documents: 0521 SWAT Basic Equipment List v. 10-2022

0521 SWAT Basic Glossary v. 10-2022

Signup Details: To register for the course, contact your Training Manager to register you using the WSCJTC Acadis Portal.

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Violence De-Escalation (S.W.A.T.) - 0521-1 Basic S.W.A.T. Officer (Richland)

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