SWAT- Basic
Course Description:
This course is designed for entry level tactical operators or patrol personnel assigned
to their agency's tactical response team. Officers attending this training will be
introduced to a variety commonly accepted "best practices" regarding tactical operations.
The course focuses on numerous tactical operations to include: room clearing, building
searches, vehicles assaults, raid planning and basic woodland operations. Students
will also receive instruction regarding legal issues, member selection, specialized
equipment selection and team training. The 45-hour course is physically and mentally
demanding. While there is no physical fitness prerequisite to attend this class, students
should be relatively fit upon arrival. Anyone interested in attending this course
may contact the instructors request a copy of the lesson plan for review.
Contact information
Kevin N. Driver
BLET School Director
(919) 464-2352
kndriver@johnstoncc.edu
Dr. Jamie Wicker
Dean of Transportation and Public Safety
Public Safety Building J1011
(919) 464-2358
jfwicker@johnstoncc.edu
Wendy Tart
Administrative Assistant, Public Services
(919) 464-2369
wmtart@johnstoncc.edu