California Association of Tactical Officers
SWAT Commander Course
| Date: | 01/26/2026 - 01/30/2026 |
| Tuition: | $700 |
| Location: |
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff Pittsburg, CA 94565 |
| Instructors: |
Doug McGeachy Brent Stratton Eugene Ramirez |
Course Description:
Training Description:
This 40-hour course will address the various duties and responsibilities associated with the assignment as a Tactical Team Commander.
Topics include:
- Leadership
- Tactical case reviews
- Penal Code 13514.1
- Liability
- Mission planning and review
- POST SWAT Operational Guidelines and Standardized Training Recommendations
- Public perception
Student Requirements:
- A laptop computer to review documents and prepare presentations.
- A copy of the agency's SWAT policies and procedures/guidelines.
- Acopy of the agency's threat assessment matrix.
Register online at catotraining.org
Questions? Contact CATO's Training Coordinator
Desiree Harrington: dharrington@catotraining.org