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Does anyone know of any local, state, federal, private certified advanced (beyond academy basics) weapons and tactics training/schools. I am looking into taking courses, willing to travel and pay the cost of the class/travel.

Any info is appreciated. Thanks!

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Posted by: SOT

Like how advanced? and what weapons...

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Posted by: j809

Training



SWAT II: Advanced Tactical and Hostage Rescue Oper
Patrol Operations and Tactical Responses Contact - Shirley Mackey Member Price: $595.00 Non-member Price: $695.00
Designed for officers with basic SWAT training, this course employs practical application of advanced SWAT concepts including hostage rescue techniques, coordinated multiple target selection and neutralization tactics, multi-phase special operations, weapons handling, advanced training methodology, complex command and control concepts and more.
Participants will also learn modern techniques of pistol, sub-machine gun and combat shooting; tactical communications concepts; and organization and discipline of special police units. The course emphasizes restraint, discipline and only those techniques that succeed in actual practice and conform to law and police policy.
Course participants must be qualified in their basic assigned weapons; the training pace does not permit basic weapons qualification. Prerequisites are either IACP’s SWAT I course or High-Risk Warrant course. If you have questions regarding your qualifications, please contact a member of the IACP training staff.
At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

• collectively demonstrate the ability to respond to and resolve barricaded suspect situations
• demonstrate appropriate hostage rescue tactics and techniques
• execute dynamic entry/vehicle assault/open-air options
• use appropriate entry techniques
• demonstrate appropriate planning and control methods for high-risk operations
• demonstrate movement and stealth techniques to accomplish perimeter containment
• utilize the three primary tactical options of barricaded hostage situations
• become familiar with equipment and special weapons adaptations.

* Only sworn officers or full-time employees of law enforcement agencies may attend.
"Without a doubt, the best training I have ever attended, BY FAR." Detective, Cherry Hill, NJ
Special Equipment:
All SWAT gear normally assigned, body armor, helmet, gasmask, boots, side-arm holster, SWAT Uniform, nomex gloves. Weapons - Handguns and Sub-guns. All weapons must be sighted for the officer using that weapon.
Ammunition - 300 handgun and 300 subgun
Flashlight
At least one if not two flash bangs (per team) if agency has any.
Ear and eye protection

Register for IACP Training and get a free complimentary 12 month subscription to the IACP Police Chief Magazine. See bottom of Registration Form for details.


Web Address: http://www.theiacp.org/training
Locations:
Worcester, MA
07/09/2007 - 07/13/2007


Logistics:
Hotel:
Crowne Plaza, 10 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01908, 508-791-1600. $99.00 single/Approximate Government Rate-No Room Block plus tax
Training Site:
Worcester Police Department Training Division
9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01608
Airport/Logistical Info:
The hotel is 5 miles from Worcester Regional Airport. Transportation is by complimentary hotel shuttle, call hotel with flight information in advance to arrange transportation. The hotel is directly across the street from the training site.
The Hotel is approximately 54 miles from Logan Airport. Transportation is by taxi, rental car or carpool.
Tuition: Member$595.00 Non-member $695.00
Instructor Info:
Name: Steve Stear
Bio:
Steve Stear is a member of the Los Angeles Police Departments Special Weapons and Tactics unit with 25 years of SWAT experience, 15 years as a team leader. He planned and participated in hundreds of SWAT operations and specializes in entry techniques, hostage rescue, and vehicle assault tactics. He has twice been the recipient of the Los Angeles Police Departments Ron McCarthy SWAT Officer of the Year Award. Steve is the IACP's senior tactics instructor.
Prepayment not required to register. Complete your reservation form today to secure your space. Payment required prior to class start date.
Register Here

For other events, view our Calendar of Events Listing


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SWAT I: Basic Tactical Operations and High-Risk Wa
Patrol Operations and Tactical Responses Contact - Shirley Mackey Member Price: $595.00 Non-member Price: $695.00
This course covers SWAT responsibilities, operations, concepts, team member duties and equipment, proper arrest deployment, gas teams, scouting procedures, entry techniques and operational plans for high risk warrant service. Participants will also learn methods of entry and interior movement concepts and strategies, response tactics during violent incidents and proper removal of an injured person from the confrontation area.
Designed for police officers assigned to a SWAT or special operations team, those with pending assignment, and police academy training instructors, the course is conducive to training teams together, and agencies are encouraged to choose same-session training when possible.
Through a series of classroom and practical exercises, participants will be able to:
Be knowledgeable in a new and innovative selection process and how to organize a SWAT team.

Be able to demonstrate methods of handling “Barricaded Suspect” incidents from both the PATROL and SWAT responsibilities.

Be able to demonstrate how to respond and set up containment positions for patrol officers
Be able to demonstrate how SWAT officers plan, scout, brief and execute a plan of operations.

Be able to demonstrate “Covert Entry Tactics”, utilizing a mirror, stealth, tear gas and other tactical options.

Be able to safely shoot on the move with oblique angles and transitioning of weapons

Be able to plan and execute “High Risk Warrants” safely.

Be able to demonstrate the emergency deployment concepts
* Only sworn officers or full-time employees of law enforcement agencies may attend.
Special Equipment:
All SWAT gear normally assigned, body armor, helmet, gasmask, boots, side-arm holster, SWAT Uniform. Search Mirrors if Available
Weapons - Handguns and Sub-guns
Flashlight
At least one if not two flash bangs (per team) if agency has any.
**NO LIVE FIRE SIMULATION ONLY**
Register for IACP Training and get a free complimentary 12 month subscription to the IACP Police Chief Magazine. See bottom of Registration Form for details.

Web Address: http://www.theiacp.org/training
Locations:
Worcester, MA
06/25/2007 - 06/29/2007


Logistics:
Hotel:
Crowne Plaza, 10 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01908, 508-791-1600. $99.00 single/Approximate Government Rate-No Room Block plus tax
Training Site:
Worcester Police Department Training Division
9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01608
Airport Info:
The hotel is 5 miles from Worcester Regional Airport. Transportation is by complimentary hotel shuttle, call hotel with flight information in advance to arrange transportation. The hotel is directly across the street from the training site.
The Hotel is approximately 54 miles from Logan Airport. Transportation is by taxi, rental car or carpool.

Instructor Info:
Name: Steve Stear
Bio:
Steve Stear is a member of the Los Angeles, California PD SWAT Unit and has been a team leader for many years. He has planned and participated in hundreds of SWAT operations, and specializes in entry techniques, hostage rescue and vehicle assault tactics. As a SWAT team leader, he is the director of SWAT personnel in tactical entry situations and has as a primary task in training and evaluating of members of his element.
Prepayment not required to register. Complete your reservation form today to secure your space. Payment required prior to class start date.
Register Here

For other events, view our Calendar of Events Listing


That is SWAT 1 and SWAT 2 at WORCESTER PD. Great training through IACP

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Posted by: Irish Wampanoag

Look for the course/s that will give you your "Turtle Neck Certification"

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Posted by: mpd61

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Originally Posted by Irish Wampanoag Look for the course/s that will give you your "Turtle Neck Certification"

Chris!

Who's going from your shift?

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Posted by: Irish Wampanoag

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Originally Posted by mpd61 Chris! Who's going from your shift?

SGT she will make the shot and have 14 bullets remaining

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