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SUMMARY:SJSO Tactical Operations Course
DESCRIPTION:COURSE OVERVIEW\nThe intended course purpose is to broaden the team members’ knowledge of the baseline skills necessary to successfully integrate into law enforcement tactical units. Over the course of 7 days (80hrs)\, an emphasis on solving problems such as High Risk Warrants and Armed Barricades will be verified with practical exercises\, including force-on-force\, scenario based drills \nTopics Covered: \n\nTeam missions and capabilities\nMission Planning\nClose Quarters Marksmanship\nWeapons Manipulations\nEquipment set up and considerations\nIntro to Dynamic CQB\nIntro to Combat Clearance\nThrottle Control\nPerimeter Operations/Structure Dominance\nPort and cover techniques\nExterior movement techniques\nStructure Geometry\nSmall Cell Clearing Operations\nLarge Cell Clearing Operations\nPost-assault Procedures\nVerbal / Non-Verbal Communications\nBarricades / Danger Areas\nCommon Doors / De confliction procedures\nArrest Team Procedures\nTransitional Tactics\nLow Light / No Light/ NVG Operations (if applicable)\n\nThis is a physically demanding course with little classroom instruction. Please make sure that you are able to perform under stressful situations for an extended time period. The training will occur regardless of weather conditions. Please make plans to train in cold or wet environments. \nCOURSE GEAR LIST  \n\nTactical uniform / clothing\nFootwear with ankle support\nLight weight gore-tex or nylon jacket\nIFAK with tourniquet\nNVG’s with sacrificial lens and mounts (if available)\nIR strobe (if available)\nHandheld light\nBallistic helmet\nWrap around ballistic eye pro (day/night)\nPeltor/ComTac/Sordin type ear pro (must cover ears & fit under helmet)\nAthletic cup/groin protection\nGloves\nTactical Body Armor (plate carriers are acceptable)\nProtective/Gas mask with clear poly-carbonate eye cover\nDuty Rifle (Must have sling and weapon mounted white light. Optics highly recommended)\nDuty Handgun with Holster\n500 rounds ammunition\, Rifle\n500 rounds ammunition\, Handgun\nSimunition Conversion Kits for Rifle and Pistol (If available)\n900 rounds UTM or equivalent\, 9mm handgun\n900 rounds UTM or equivalent\, 5.56 rifle\n10 green Chem Lights\n\n*If you or your department do not have some of the required gear\, it may be possible to borrow the gear from SJSO. Don’t let this be a deciding factor on your attendance. If you have a problem meeting the minimum gear requirements\, contact us. Our goal is to do everything we can to assist you in completing this course. For additional information\, contact: \nCaptain Jake Boudreaux\nSJSO SWAT Commander\nOffice # (985)359-8786\nCell # (985)502-3604\njake.boudreaux@stjohnsheriff.org \nLieutenant Michael Dean\nSJSO SWAT\nOffice #(985)359-8775\nCell #(985)377-3113\nmichael.dean@stjohnsheriff.org \nSergeant Josh Matherne\nSJSO SWAT\nCell # (504)442-2153\njoshua.matherne@stjohnsheriff.org \nSergeant Cody Taylor\nSJSO SWAT\nCell #(985)351-0556\ncody.taylor@stjohnsheriff.org \nDownload Full Flyer
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/sjso-tactical-operations/
LOCATION:LA
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SUMMARY:Less Lethal Instructor Program
DESCRIPTION:The Less Lethal Instructor Program provides the necessary training for a changing world. This course is comprised for four 8-hour instructor-level classes covering OC Aerosols\, Impact Munitions\, Chemical Munitions and Distraction Device® Munitions. The student will acquire instructor-level knowledge of Defense Technology® products\, both technically and tactically\, along with the skills necessary to conduct in-service training. \nCOURSE OVERVIEW\nEach of the four class modules focuses on a different subject and includes a half-day of lecture-based studies followed by a half-day in the field for deployment drills. Unique to this class are the state-of-the-art deployment tactics that come direct from the manufacturer of the products used. In each topic\, the student will receive a CD containing presentation materials and videos to be utilized by the student for training in their own departments.\n• Day 1 — OC Aerosol Projectors Instructor Program\n• Day 2 — Less Lethal Impact Munitions (LLIM) – Instructor Program\n• Day 3 — Chemical Munitions (CHEM) – Instructor Program (CN/CS/OC/Smoke)\n• Day 4 — Distraction Device® Munitions (DD) – Instructor Program \nCOURSE BENEFITS\nThis course is conducted by real-world professionals with strong operational and applied experience in their respective fields. Upon completion of the course and successful passing of the final exam\, the student is authorized to provide in-service training to their agency in specific areas for three years from the testing date. \nADDITIONAL DETAILS\nPREREQUISITES\nEach attendee must be in good physical condition and able to perform the practical exercises associated with tactical applications with the use of these products. The Defense Technology Training Academy trains only sworn law enforcement officers\, correctional personnel\, state-licensed security personnel (OC only)\, or active military personnel. \nREQUIRED EQUIPMENT\n• Eye and ear protection\n• Body armor required for LLIM\, CHEM and DD programs\n• Duty gear normally utilized when deploying less lethal products\n• Flame-resistant gloves\n• Gas mask\n• 37mm/40mm Gas launcher \nOPTIONAL/RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT\n• Weather appropriate active duty \nMore Information  \nDownload PDF
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/less-lethal-instructor-program-2/
LOCATION:Acension Sheriff’s Office\, 9094 S St. Landry Ave\, Gonzales\, 70737\, United States
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SUMMARY:SSGT Sniper Instructor Course
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\nThis 40-hour instructor course builds on the SSGT Precision Rifle: Operator and Precision Rifle: R.U.C.S. programs. By the end of the course\, officers will be certified to safely train\, coach\, and mentor others using the proven training methodologies taught in the previous SSGT rifle courses. \nThe course begins with a review of Precision Rifle Operator and R.U.C.S. objectives and includes a demonstration of student proficiency. Officers will receive instruction in both classroom concepts and hands-on practical skills. Training includes: \n\n\nTroubleshooting common precision shooting deficiencies \n\n\nField craft \n\n\nUrban trade craft \n\n\nEquipment use and evaluation \n\n\nMethodologies for teaching and relaying technical information \n\n\nOfficers will also develop and teach a full lesson block\, including instruction\, practical application\, and evaluation. Students are assessed on their subject-matter mastery and their ability to effectively communicate material to others. \nParticipants will also create a Precision Scoped Rifle Operator sustainment program tailored to their department’s logistical needs to ensure ongoing training and safety within operational environments. \n\nAbout the SSGT Trainers\nSSGT instructors are former U.S. Special Forces (Green Beret) operators with extensive experience as instructors and program managers at the JFK Special Warfare Center’s Special Forces Hostage Rescue and Sniper School. Their expertise comes from real-world application in diverse combat environments and counterterrorism operations. They have trained thousands of U.S. and allied personnel in advanced marksmanship\, precision rifle operations\, and tactical instruction.
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/ssgt-sniper-instructor-course/
LOCATION:LA
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SUMMARY:2 Day LE Performance RDS Pistol
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office\, Slidell\, LA – February 11-12\, 2025 \n$600 \nEquipment list for 2 Day LE Performance RDS Pistol:\n• Quality holster (OWB or AIWB) • No serpa holster/No leather holster\n• Serviceable modern pistol equipped with RDS\n• 3-4 Magazines (ability to carry 10 rounds or more)\n• 2-3 Magazine holders\n• Minimum 1000 rounds of ammunition\n• Quality sturdy belt\n• Optic tool (specific to your optic)\n• Eye and ear protection\n• Inclement weather clothing\n• Pen and paper\n• Open mind \nCOURSE LOCATION AND POINT OF CONTACT\n34845 Grantham College Drive\, Slidell\, LA\nLieutenant Joel Crawford\, St Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office\, Criminal Patrol/S.W.A.T.\njoelcrawford@stpso.com \nRegister Here
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/2-day-le-performance-rds-pistol/
LOCATION:LA
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SUMMARY:1 Day Counter Sniper Course
DESCRIPTION:Taught by VEIL TRAINING GROUP\nHosted by the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office \nCost-$250 \nFor more information contact VEILTRAININGGROUP@GMAIL.COM
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/1-day-counter-sniper-course/
LOCATION:Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Training Facility\, 2975 Old Plain Dealing Rd\, Plain Dealing\, LA\, 71064
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
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SUMMARY:SJSO Tactical Operations Course
DESCRIPTION:The intended course purpose is to broaden the team members’ knowledge of the baseline skills necessary to successfully integrate into law enforcement tactical units. Over the course of 7 days (80hrs)\, an emphasis on solving problems such as High Risk Warrants and Armed Barricades will be verified with practical exercises\, including force-on-force\, scenario based drills. \nView More Info
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/sjso-tactical-operations-course/
LOCATION:LaPlace\, LA
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260309T170000
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SUMMARY:Response to the Non-Criminal Barricade - LPD
DESCRIPTION:March 9\, 2026\nLafayette\, LA\nLafayette Police Department\n900 E. University Ave.\, Lafayette\, LA 70502 \n8am – 5pm \nHosted by the Lafayette Police Department \nInstructor: Lt. John Morris\, Winston-Salem Police Department (NC)(Ret.) \n$299 / student \nOpen Link for More Info
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/response-to-the-non-criminal-barricade-lpd/
LOCATION:Lafayette Police Department\, 900 E University Ave\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70503\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
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SUMMARY:EBRSO Basic SWAT Course
DESCRIPTION:Date: April 13th – April 17th\, 2026 \nTuition: $400\nLocation: EBRSO Firearms Training Facility\, 999 West Irene Road\, Zachary LA 70791\nInstructors: East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office SWAT Members\nContact: Lt. Casey Lillie (225) 907-0181 or email at clillie@ebrso.org Lt. Damon Matthews (225) 400-8422 or email dmatthews1@ebrso.org \n  \nView More Info
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/ebrso-basic-swat-course/
LOCATION:LA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T170000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Explosive Breaching April 2026
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URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/advanced-explosive-breaching-april-2026/
LOCATION:LA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
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SUMMARY:2026 LTPOA Annual Training Conference
DESCRIPTION:View Conference Packet \nVendor Invitation \nHotel(s) offering special group rate: \nCourtyard by Marriott Ruston for 110.00 USD per night – Last Day to Book : Wednesday\, April 08\, 2026\nBook your group rate for Tactical Police Officers Association \nOVERFLOW HOTEL – SLEEP IN\nBooking Here
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/2026-ltpoa-annual-training-conference/
LOCATION:Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office\, Ruston\, LA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
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SUMMARY:Operation L.E.A.D. - Lafayette PD
DESCRIPTION:This groundbreaking course is tailored to be beneficial for all ranks of an agency from Patrolman to Chief\, both as an officer and a person. While offering the opportunity to reinvent the spirit\, the content covered will have you engaged from beginning to end. Captain\nThomas Rizzo is one of the profession’s most acclaimed speakers. He has been an inspirational presenter on leadership theories for several years at police academies\, universities\, symposiums\, and most notably for the Command & Leadership Academy based upon the U.S. Military Academy – West Point. \nLear More Here
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/operation-l-e-a-d-lafayette-pd/
LOCATION:LA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
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SUMMARY:Practical Shooting Incident  Reconstruction
DESCRIPTION:The Practical Shooting Incident Reconstruction course is designed for police officers\, detectives\, criminalists\, forensic scientists\, and crime scene investigators who would be tasked to investigate a shooting scene. The course focuses on firearms mechanics; ballistic trajectories; how bullets interact with various surfaces; and practical recognition\, documentation\, processing\, and analysis of shooting scene evidence. Students will review real-world cases\, investigate mock scenes\, and gain experience with empirical testing and experimentation. \nView More Course Info
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/practical-shooting-incident-reconstruction/
LOCATION:NPSO Training Center\, 299 Edwina Drive\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
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SUMMARY:SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT issues\, tactics and procedures. Topics include major incident debriefs; leadership issues\, emotional intelligence\, justifying SWAT; the use of SWAT Teams; SWAT standards and professionalism; contemporary SWAT issues and concerns; SWAT and the media; selection\, training\, discipline and removal of supervisors and team members; crisis negotiations considerations; tactical operation center considerations; operational planning; weapons and equipment selection; legal issues and considerations; critical incident management; barricade and hostage procedures; warrant service planning and procedures; and much more. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE ONLINE \n\n\n\nNTOA Individuals Members:\n$746.00\nNon-Member (includes 1-year individual membership)Online:\n$801.00\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline\n7/3/2026\n\n\nCourse #\n20264480\n\n\nPrerequisites\nSworn full-time law enforcement personnel\n\n\nTraining Location\n268 Sheriff Richard Fewell Rd.\nWest Monroe\, LA 71292\n\n\n\nStudent Equipment\nPlease see preface for a detailed student equipment list.\n\n\nStart Time\n0800\n\n\nCo-host Point of Contact\nSeth Cox\nseth.cox@opso.net\n\n\nNearest Airport\nMonroe Regional Airport\n\n\nHotel Suggestions\nHampton Inn\n601 Mane St.\nWest Monroe \, LA 71292\nPhone #:318-321-2691\n\n\n\nCancellation Policy:\nDue to limited seating\, we request that you cancel at least 30 days before a scheduled class start date. This gives us the opportunity to find a replacement for your seat. \n\nCancellations made 30 days or more in advance of the course start date will receive a 100% refund.\nCancellations made 7 – 29 days in advance will receive a full refund less a $150 processing fee.\nCancellations made less than 7 days in advance will NOT receive a refund.\nSubstitutions are acceptable at any time.\nNo refunds will be given for no shows.
URL:https://ltpoa.us/event/swat-command-decision-making-and-leadership-i/
LOCATION:Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office\, West Monroe\, LA
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