Section D - Training Procedures

Table of Contents

Commission Procedure DA, Basic Training

D~l~1 Basic TrainingD4"? General Requirements for All Basic Training

D—t—Is Regular Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-t/i Specialized Investigators Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-t»5 Public Safety Dispatchers Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-MS Coroners” Death Investigation Course

[Hui PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course Terminology and Requirements

Commission Procedure D-2, Continuing Professional Training and Perishable Skills

no.1 Continuing Professional Training (CPT), Advanced Officer Course. and Perishable Skills/CommunIcatiorisD~2~2 Recommended CPT Topics and Advanced Officer RequirementsD~2~3 Non~POST Certified Courses0-2-4 Content and instructional Methodology Requirements

Commission Procedure D-3. Supervisory Course

D~3<l Specifications for the Supervrsory Courses043-2 Supervisory Course Subjects

Commission Procedure D—d, Management Course

D»4-i Specifications for Management CoursesD~4~2 Management Course

Commission Procedure D»5, Executive Development Course

054 Specifications for Executive Development Courses0-6.2 Executive Development Course Subjects and Minimum Hours

Commission Procedure D-6, Technical Course

|)—G«1 Specifications for Technical Courses

[)«(342 Technical Courses Subjects and Minimum Hours

D4573 Job Specific TrainingDrill/i POST Prescribed Curricula

Commission Procedure 0—8, Seminars

l')-8--i Specriications for Seminars

D-tlJJ, Seminar Design and Minimum Hours

D«8«3 Commission Endorsement

Commission Procedure 0-9, Field Management Training

0-94 Field Management Training

Section D - Training Procedures

Table of Contents

Commission Procedure DA, Basic Training

D~l~1 Basic TrainingD4"? General Requirements for All Basic Training

D—t—Is Regular Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-t/i Specialized Investigators Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-t»5 Public Safety Dispatchers Basic Course Terminology and Requirements

D-MS Coroners” Death Investigation Course

[Hui PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course Terminology and Requirements

Commission Procedure D-2, Continuing Professional Training and Perishable Skills

no.1 Continuing Professional Training (CPT), Advanced Officer Course. and Perishable Skills/CommunIcatiorisD~2~2 Recommended CPT Topics and Advanced Officer RequirementsD~2~3 Non~POST Certified Courses0-2-4 Content and instructional Methodology Requirements

Commission Procedure D-3. Supervisory Course

D~3<l Specifications for the Supervrsory Courses043-2 Supervisory Course Subjects

Commission Procedure D—d, Management Course

D»4-i Specifications for Management CoursesD~4~2 Management Course

Commission Procedure D»5, Executive Development Course

054 Specifications for Executive Development Courses0-6.2 Executive Development Course Subjects and Minimum Hours

Commission Procedure D-6, Technical Course

|)—G«1 Specifications for Technical Courses

[)«(342 Technical Courses Subjects and Minimum Hours

D4573 Job Specific TrainingDrill/i POST Prescribed Curricula

Commission Procedure 0—8, Seminars

l')-8--i Specriications for Seminars

D-tlJJ, Seminar Design and Minimum Hours

D«8«3 Commission Endorsement

Commission Procedure 0-9, Field Management Training

0-94 Field Management Training

[3-9-2 Who May ParticipateUri—3 Request for Participation

D-O-Ji Approval of Training Applications

D~9—f$ Schedule of Field Management Training

H.976 Training LimitsD~EJ»7 Additional Training0-0—8 Evaluation Report of Training Required

Commission Procedure 040, Requalification Course

D~l0~t Requalification Course040-2 Requalification Course ‘l‘errninology and Requirements

Commission Procedure D-11, Basic Course Waiver Process

D414 Establishes Guidelines

[Mt-2 Fee[Mi-3 Eligibility for EvaluationD--ll—4 Preliminary Evaluation of Completed Training

D-11»5 POST Evaluation ProcessD—11-6 Completion of the Basic Course Waiver Examination (BCWE)

DAM-7 Exar‘nination Scheduling

D-11w8 Reexamination[111—9 Waiver of Attendance

Commission Procedure D—13, Field Training

{HIM Purposel.)--13—2 Field Training Program Description and Approval Process

l) iii-It l'itild Training Program lvltnirniirn Content lltsittiircrnignts

l.)sl’.l 4 Field lrziinirrg Oilrroi Course Minirnurn Requirizrnerrtéi

Data—L3 Held Training Supervisor/Adininistrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course Minimum Requirements

D4343 Field Training Officer Update Course Minimum Requirements

Commission Procedure D~14, Investigation and Trial Preparation Course

0444 Specifications for the Investigation and Trial Preparation Course0442 investigation and Trial Preparation Course Definitions and Requirements

Commission Procedure 0—15, Management Course Prerequisite Waiver Process for Attending the Executive Development Course

0454 Purpose

0—15—2 EvaluationTHO—3 Reserved[MB—4 EligibilitylH5~5 Request for Evaluation

[Mo—6 POST Evaluation ProcessD—l 5-7 Waiver lssuance/Non—lssuance

D--'l 5-8 Waiver lssuance/Non-—lssuance

Attachment A: Sample Employment Verification Letter

Attachment B: lvlanagement Course Instructional Goals;

Commission Procedure D«16,Appoals of Denial of Certification I Suspension/Deceriification of Training Courses

[3404 Purpose

[3-9-2 Who May ParticipateUri—3 Request for Participation

D-O-Ji Approval of Training Applications

D~9—f$ Schedule of Field Management Training

H.976 Training LimitsD~EJ»7 Additional Training0-0—8 Evaluation Report of Training Required

Commission Procedure 040, Requalification Course

D~l0~t Requalification Course040-2 Requalification Course ‘l‘errninology and Requirements

Commission Procedure D-11, Basic Course Waiver Process

D414 Establishes Guidelines

[Mt-2 Fee[Mi-3 Eligibility for EvaluationD--ll—4 Preliminary Evaluation of Completed Training

D-11»5 POST Evaluation ProcessD—11-6 Completion of the Basic Course Waiver Examination (BCWE)

DAM-7 Exar‘nination Scheduling

D-11w8 Reexamination[111—9 Waiver of Attendance

Commission Procedure D—13, Field Training

{HIM Purposel.)--13—2 Field Training Program Description and Approval Process

l) iii-It l'itild Training Program lvltnirniirn Content lltsittiircrnignts

l.)sl’.l 4 Field lrziinirrg Oilrroi Course Minirnurn Requirizrnerrtéi

Data—L3 Held Training Supervisor/Adininistrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course Minimum Requirements

D4343 Field Training Officer Update Course Minimum Requirements

Commission Procedure D~14, Investigation and Trial Preparation Course

0444 Specifications for the Investigation and Trial Preparation Course0442 investigation and Trial Preparation Course Definitions and Requirements

Commission Procedure 0—15, Management Course Prerequisite Waiver Process for Attending the Executive Development Course

0454 Purpose

0—15—2 EvaluationTHO—3 Reserved[MB—4 EligibilitylH5~5 Request for Evaluation

[Mo—6 POST Evaluation ProcessD—l 5-7 Waiver lssuance/Non—lssuance

D--'l 5-8 Waiver lssuance/Non-—lssuance

Attachment A: Sample Employment Verification Letter

Attachment B: lvlanagement Course Instructional Goals;

Commission Procedure D«16,Appoals of Denial of Certification I Suspension/Deceriification of Training Courses

[3404 Purpose

Section D - Training ProceduresCommission Procedure D-13

Field TrainingPurpose

13-1. Purpose

This Commission procedure implements the process for requesting approval of Field TrainingPrograms established by law enforcement agencies pursuant to Regulation 1004. It alsoestablishes the minimum content and curriculum requirements for the Field Training Program,Field Training Officer Course, Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC)Course, and Field Training Officer Update Course.

Specific Requirements

13-2. Field Training Program Description and Approval Process

Regulation 1005(a) (1) specifies the basic training requirements for peace officers as successfulcompletion of the Regular Basic Course and a POST—Approved Field Training Program. TheField Training Program is designed to provide a training continuum which integrates theacquired knowledge and skills from the Regular Basic Course with the practical application ofgeneral law enforcement uniformed patrol services. Field Training Programs approved by POSTare restricted to supervised field training provided to peace officers after they have completed theRegular Basic Course. This field training does not extend to persons serving in ride—along,observer capacities.

Any department seeking approval of their Field Training Program shall submit a Field TrainingProgram package (described in (a) below) along with an application POST-Approved FieldTraining Application, POST 2-229 signed by the department head. Prior to the submission of apackage and application, a review should be made of the department’s present policies, practices,and structured learning content versus POST’S minimum standards/requirements for an approvedField Training Program as stated in Regulation 1004 and section 13—3 below. Where needed, thedepartment shall make changes to comply with the POST minimum standards/requirements. Allapplicants shall be notified in writing within 30 working days regarding the completeness of thepackage and application. A decision for approval shall be reached within 45 working days fromthe date the completed application is received. If a department’s Field Training Program isdisapproved, the department shall, within 60 days, resubmit an application for approval uponcorrection of the deficient areas outlined in the disapproval letter.

(a) A Field Training Program package submitted for approval shall minimally include:

Section D - Training ProceduresCommission Procedure D-13

Field TrainingPurpose

13-1. Purpose

This Commission procedure implements the process for requesting approval of Field TrainingPrograms established by law enforcement agencies pursuant to Regulation 1004. It alsoestablishes the minimum content and curriculum requirements for the Field Training Program,Field Training Officer Course, Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC)Course, and Field Training Officer Update Course.

Specific Requirements

13-2. Field Training Program Description and Approval Process

Regulation 1005(a) (1) specifies the basic training requirements for peace officers as successfulcompletion of the Regular Basic Course and a POST—Approved Field Training Program. TheField Training Program is designed to provide a training continuum which integrates theacquired knowledge and skills from the Regular Basic Course with the practical application ofgeneral law enforcement uniformed patrol services. Field Training Programs approved by POSTare restricted to supervised field training provided to peace officers after they have completed theRegular Basic Course. This field training does not extend to persons serving in ride—along,observer capacities.

Any department seeking approval of their Field Training Program shall submit a Field TrainingProgram package (described in (a) below) along with an application POST-Approved FieldTraining Application, POST 2-229 signed by the department head. Prior to the submission of apackage and application, a review should be made of the department’s present policies, practices,and structured learning content versus POST’S minimum standards/requirements for an approvedField Training Program as stated in Regulation 1004 and section 13—3 below. Where needed, thedepartment shall make changes to comply with the POST minimum standards/requirements. Allapplicants shall be notified in writing within 30 working days regarding the completeness of thepackage and application. A decision for approval shall be reached within 45 working days fromthe date the completed application is received. If a department’s Field Training Program isdisapproved, the department shall, within 60 days, resubmit an application for approval uponcorrection of the deficient areas outlined in the disapproval letter.

(a) A Field Training Program package submitted for approval shall minimally include:

(l) A written description of the department’s specific selection process for Field TrainingOfficers;

(2) An outline of the training proposed for department trainees;

(3) A written description of the evaluation process for trainees and Field Training Officers;

and,

(4) Copies of supporting documents (i.e., field training guides, learning matrixes, policiesand procedures, and evaluation forms).

13-3. Field Training Program Minimum Content Requirements

The POST Field Training Program Guide may be used as a model for developing a FieldTraining Program. In order to meet local needs, flexibility to cover additional content may beauthorized with prior POST approval. A POST—Approved Field Training Program shallminimally include the following topics:

Agency Orientation (including Standards and Conduct)EthicsLeadershipPatrol Vehicle OperationsOfficer SafetyReport WritingCalifornia Codes and LawDepartment Policies (General Orders, Local Policies, and Philosophies)Patrol Procedures (including Domestic Violence and Pedestrian and Vehicle Stops)Control of Persons, Prisoners, and Mentally Ill (Adults and Juveniles, including;

0 Issues related to stigma, culturally relevant and appropriate. and0 [low to identify indicators of mental illness. intellectual disability. substance use

disorders. neurological disorder, traumatic brain iniurv, post~traumatic stressdisingerand at911mm};Arnisnispectrum disorder

0 Genetic disorders, including but not limited to, Down syndrome<7 gorillictresolution and d_e~csealati(m techniques for potentially dangerous

steamo Alternatives to the use of force when interacting with potentially dangerous

persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilitiesin The perspective of individuals or families who have experiences with persons

with mental illness, intellectually disabili‘tv,_and substance use disorderslltyeluumxhclrl

o t,.‘ommunitv and state resources available to serve persons with mental illness or.iutell9c'tuatdiszilzi,Jj,,,t):,,zi.u.<;l law these resources can be best utilized “bylawcatereruten.t.,,

Traffic (including DUI)

(l) A written description of the department’s specific selection process for Field TrainingOfficers;

(2) An outline of the training proposed for department trainees;

(3) A written description of the evaluation process for trainees and Field Training Officers;

and,

(4) Copies of supporting documents (i.e., field training guides, learning matrixes, policiesand procedures, and evaluation forms).

13-3. Field Training Program Minimum Content Requirements

The POST Field Training Program Guide may be used as a model for developing a FieldTraining Program. In order to meet local needs, flexibility to cover additional content may beauthorized with prior POST approval. A POST—Approved Field Training Program shallminimally include the following topics:

Agency Orientation (including Standards and Conduct)EthicsLeadershipPatrol Vehicle OperationsOfficer SafetyReport WritingCalifornia Codes and LawDepartment Policies (General Orders, Local Policies, and Philosophies)Patrol Procedures (including Domestic Violence and Pedestrian and Vehicle Stops)Control of Persons, Prisoners, and Mentally Ill (Adults and Juveniles, including;

0 Issues related to stigma, culturally relevant and appropriate. and0 [low to identify indicators of mental illness. intellectual disability. substance use

disorders. neurological disorder, traumatic brain iniurv, post~traumatic stressdisingerand at911mm};Arnisnispectrum disorder

0 Genetic disorders, including but not limited to, Down syndrome<7 gorillictresolution and d_e~csealati(m techniques for potentially dangerous

steamo Alternatives to the use of force when interacting with potentially dangerous

persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilitiesin The perspective of individuals or families who have experiences with persons

with mental illness, intellectually disabili‘tv,_and substance use disorderslltyeluumxhclrl

o t,.‘ommunitv and state resources available to serve persons with mental illness or.iutell9c'tuatdiszilzi,Jj,,,t):,,zi.u.<;l law these resources can be best utilized “bylawcatereruten.t.,,

Traffic (including DUI)

. Use of Force0 Search and Seizure. Radio Communicationso Self-Initiated Activity. Investigations/Evidence0 Community Relations/Professional Demeanor (including Cultural Diversity, Community

Policing, and Problem Solving). Tactical Communications/Conflict Resolution. Additional Agency-Specific Topics (may include Community Specific Problems, Special

Needs Groups, etc.)

13—4. Field Training Officer Course Minimum Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Officer Course requires POST certification (refer to Regulations1051-1056). The Field Training Officer Course shall be a minimum of 40 hours. In order tomeet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may be authorized with prior POSTapproval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individual course presenters unlessspecified otherwise in a training specification document developed for the course. The FieldTraining Officer Course curriculum shall minimally include the following topics:

. Field Training Program Goals and Objectives- Keys to Successful Field Training Programs. Field Training Program Management/Roles of Program Personnel. Teaching and Training Skills Development (including Adult Learning, Problem—Based

Learning, Training Demonstration, etc.)o The Professional Relationship between the PTO and the Trainee (including Cultural

Diversity)- Evaluation/Documentation- Expectations and Roles of the PTO (including Leadership, Ethics, Coaching, Mentoring,

Supervision, Role Modeling, etc.). Driver Safety. Officer Safety. Intervention. Remediation/Testing/Scenarios. Trainee Termination. Legal Issues and Liabilities- Review of the Regular Basic Course Training. Competency Expectations

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. Use of Force0 Search and Seizure. Radio Communicationso Self-Initiated Activity. Investigations/Evidence0 Community Relations/Professional Demeanor (including Cultural Diversity, Community

Policing, and Problem Solving). Tactical Communications/Conflict Resolution. Additional Agency-Specific Topics (may include Community Specific Problems, Special

Needs Groups, etc.)

13—4. Field Training Officer Course Minimum Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Officer Course requires POST certification (refer to Regulations1051-1056). The Field Training Officer Course shall be a minimum of 40 hours. In order tomeet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may be authorized with prior POSTapproval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individual course presenters unlessspecified otherwise in a training specification document developed for the course. The FieldTraining Officer Course curriculum shall minimally include the following topics:

. Field Training Program Goals and Objectives- Keys to Successful Field Training Programs. Field Training Program Management/Roles of Program Personnel. Teaching and Training Skills Development (including Adult Learning, Problem—Based

Learning, Training Demonstration, etc.)o The Professional Relationship between the PTO and the Trainee (including Cultural

Diversity)- Evaluation/Documentation- Expectations and Roles of the PTO (including Leadership, Ethics, Coaching, Mentoring,

Supervision, Role Modeling, etc.). Driver Safety. Officer Safety. Intervention. Remediation/Testing/Scenarios. Trainee Termination. Legal Issues and Liabilities- Review of the Regular Basic Course Training. Competency Expectations

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13-5. Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course Minimum

Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course requiresPOST certification (refer to Regulations 1051-1056). The Field TrainingSupervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course shall be a minimum of 24 hours. In orderto meet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may be authorized with priorPOST approval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individual course presentersunless specified otherwise in a training specification document developed for the course. TheField Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course shall minimally include thefollowing topics:

. Field Training Program Management

. Review of Regular Basic Course Training

. Contemporary Learning Methods0 POST Field Training Program and Objectives. Oversight of Tests/Scenarios. Development and Update System for Field Training Manual

Documentation and Evaluations. Agency Responsibilities

Review of FTO Course TrainingHistory of Field Training ProgramsCompetency EvaluationSupervisory ProceduresFTO Selection ProcessFTO Training and CertificationConduct of FTOs, Trainees, and FTO Supervisors/Administrators/Coordinators (SACs)

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13-6. Field Training Officer Update Course Minimum Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Officer Update Course requires POST certification (refer toRegulations 105 1—105 6). The Field Training Officer Update Course shall be a minimum of 24hours. In order to meet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may beauthorized with prior POST approval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individualcourse presenters unless specified otherwise in a training specification document developed forthe course. The Field Training Officer Update Course curriculum shall minimally include thefollowing topics:

. Review of Regular Basic Course Training0 Legal Issues and Liabilities

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13-5. Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course Minimum

Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course requiresPOST certification (refer to Regulations 1051-1056). The Field TrainingSupervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course shall be a minimum of 24 hours. In orderto meet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may be authorized with priorPOST approval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individual course presentersunless specified otherwise in a training specification document developed for the course. TheField Training Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC) Course shall minimally include thefollowing topics:

. Field Training Program Management

. Review of Regular Basic Course Training

. Contemporary Learning Methods0 POST Field Training Program and Objectives. Oversight of Tests/Scenarios. Development and Update System for Field Training Manual

Documentation and Evaluations. Agency Responsibilities

Review of FTO Course TrainingHistory of Field Training ProgramsCompetency EvaluationSupervisory ProceduresFTO Selection ProcessFTO Training and CertificationConduct of FTOs, Trainees, and FTO Supervisors/Administrators/Coordinators (SACs)

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13-6. Field Training Officer Update Course Minimum Requirements

Presentation of a Field Training Officer Update Course requires POST certification (refer toRegulations 105 1—105 6). The Field Training Officer Update Course shall be a minimum of 24hours. In order to meet local needs, flexibility to present additional curriculum may beauthorized with prior POST approval. Instructional methodology is at the discretion of individualcourse presenters unless specified otherwise in a training specification document developed forthe course. The Field Training Officer Update Course curriculum shall minimally include thefollowing topics:

. Review of Regular Basic Course Training0 Legal Issues and Liabilities

. Contemporary Learning Methods

. Training/Teaching Skills Development

. Leadership, Ethics, and Professionalism

. Remediation/Testing/Scenarios

. Trainee Termination

. Evaluation/Documentation

. Teaching Skills/Demonstration Competency Expectations

Additional Agency/Presenter-specific topics (which may include: Community Oriented Policing,Challenging Traits of Today’s Trainees, Report Writing for FTOs, Problem Solving for FTOs,Supervisory Skills Development, etc.)

Procedure D—l3 was adopted and incorporated by reference into Commission Regulation 1005on June 15, 1990, and amended on February 22, 1996, January 1, 1999, and July 1, 2004 andNavalnhcr 231,291,9-

. Contemporary Learning Methods

. Training/Teaching Skills Development

. Leadership, Ethics, and Professionalism

. Remediation/Testing/Scenarios

. Trainee Termination

. Evaluation/Documentation

. Teaching Skills/Demonstration Competency Expectations

Additional Agency/Presenter-specific topics (which may include: Community Oriented Policing,Challenging Traits of Today’s Trainees, Report Writing for FTOs, Problem Solving for FTOs,Supervisory Skills Development, etc.)

Procedure D—l3 was adopted and incorporated by reference into Commission Regulation 1005on June 15, 1990, and amended on February 22, 1996, January 1, 1999, and July 1, 2004 andNavalnhcr 231,291,9-