D.C. Special Police Officer

DC Special Police Officer Courses

DCSPO Pre-Assignment Training Course

  • 5 days / 40 hours
  • 16 hours of Pre-assignment training: Arrest powers, search and seizure laws, the District of Columbia Official Code, and the use of force.
  • 24 hours of Pre-assignment training: Terrorism awareness, emergency procedures, customer service, evacuation and first-aid.

DCSPO Firearms Training Course

  • 5 days / 40 hours
  • This training is the firearms portion only required by MPD

DCSPO Renewal

  • 1 day / 8 hours

DCSPO Firearms Renewal

  • 1 day / 8 hours

Magnetometer / X-ray / Handheld Wand

  • 1 day / 8 hours

Crowd Control and Management Training

  • 1 day / 8 hours

Intermediate Weapons Courses

Safariland Training Course

  • 4-8 hours

Safariland Expandable Baton Training Courses (4 hours)

Safariland Defensive Tactics Training Courses (8 hours)

Safariland Tactical Handcuffing (4 hours)

Armament Systems and Procedures

  • 4 hours

ASP Baton Training Courses (4 hours)

Larry Smith Training Courses

  • 4 hours

Larry Smith Baton Training Courses (4 hours)

Larry Smith Pepper Spray Training Courses (4 hours)

Larry Smith Handcuffing Training Courses (4 hours)

Active Threat Training Program

  • 1,2 or 4 Days

The Active Threat Training Program (ATTP) is a dynamic and practical training initiative designed to equip law enforcement and security officers alike with the critical knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and resolve an active threat event. Recognizing the unpredictable and high-stakes nature of such incidents, the ATTP employs a comprehensive approach that emphasizes real-world application through hands-on training experiences.

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