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Academic Instructor Certificate Course (AICC) 

32 Hours

This course provides essential and required instructional and facilitation skills for anyone teaching in a POST RBC law enforcement academy. Students will learn through hands-on experience in a
highly active learning environment. Included is a comprehensive study of contemporary adult learning methodologies, critical thinking, taxonomies of learning, instructional system design and presentation skills.

Basic Shotgun Course 

Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target.

Field Training Officer 

40 Hours 

This course is designated to prepare peace officers for the role of the Field Training Officer (FTO). Course topics will address training related topics such as learning modalities, vicarious liability, daily observations reports, role of the FTO and the goals of an FTO program. A mixture of lecture, role-playing and written exam will be used to evaluate participants. Backfill approved.

Field Training Officer Update

24 Hours 

This course is designated to provide updated training for active FTO personnel or those reassigned to serve as an FTO. To review POST FTO course goals and objectives, including the development of a new FTO's ability to provide training and coaching while integrating trainees into the mission, goals and operation of the agency. A mixture of lecture, role-playing and written exam will be used to evaluate participants. 

Firearms/Tactical Rifle School 

36 Hours

This course will provide students with the basic skills and knowledge necessary to safely and tactically deploy an M-16/AR-15 style patrol rifle in the field.

 

STOP Training

PSP Mandates

 S.T.O.P. Training (PSP/CPT) โ€“ 40-Hour Course

The Stanislaus County Sheriffโ€™s Department is proud to offer the Sheriffs Tactical Operations Program (STOP) โ€” a POST Perishable Skills Program (PSP) and Continuing Professional Training (CPT)-approved course designed to meet legislative-mandated training requirements. This 40-hour course runs on a 4/10 schedule and provides essential operational skills for law enforcement personnel.

๐Ÿ“… Upcoming 2026 Course Dates

  • August 24โ€“26, 2026

  • September 14โ€“17, 2026

  • October 6โ€“9, 2026

  • November 11โ€“14, 2026

  • December 8โ€“11, 2026

๐Ÿ’ฒ Course Cost

$1,100

๐Ÿ“š Course Topics

  • First Aid / CPR / AED

  • Hazardous Material

  • Domestic Violence

  • Use of Force

  • Racial Profiling

  • Defensive Tactics

  • Firearms

  • Strategic Communications

  • EVOC (Slow & High Speed)

  • P.I.T. / Stop Stick Re-certification

๐Ÿซ Location

Stanislaus County Sheriffโ€™s Regional Training Center
3805 Cornucopia Way
Modesto, CA

๐Ÿ“ Registration

Registration Form 

๐Ÿ“ž Contact Us

For questions, please contact Deputy Michael Beavers:
๐Ÿ“ฑ (209) 567-4408

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