This program is designed to meet the growing need for skilled defensive tactics instructors in both the law enforcement and military arenas. Upon completion of the course you will be awarded the title of Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor. There is a very real and growing need for skilled defensive tactics instructors in the law enforcement community. Most officers only see seven hours of training in the academy and then only six hours a year after that. Agencies are scrambling to provide their officers with effective, credible sources for DT training. This certification course is much more than simply techniques. We will discuss and teach you the proper mindset and presentation to enter into law enforcement defensive tactics instruction.
The course has been certified by The State of Nevada POST for NV Officers and The State Of Missouri POST For MO Officers.
Why Certify?
There is a very real and growing need for skilled defensive tactics instructors in the law enforcement community. Most officers only see seven hours of training in the academy and then only six hours a year after that. Agencies are scrambling to provide their officers with effective, credible sources for DT training. As martial artists we have a natural advantage over others entering this field. You must, however understand the unique nature of the business and be able to adapt tradition to application. This certification course is much more than simply techniques. We will discuss and teach you the proper mindset and presentation to enter into law enforcement defensive tactics instruction.
Expiration of Certification
This initial certification is good for two years from date of issue. Recertification will be required in order to maintain your credentials. Requirements for recertification is the completion of the DTIC prior to expiration.
Advanced Certifications
After completion of the initial certification, you may be eligible for promotion to Advanced Defensive Tactics Instructor and then to Master Defensive Tactics Instructor.
Advanced Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Completion of Basic DT instructor certification
- Log four hours of instruction with a law-enforcement agency, complete verification forms and return to Force Options.
Master Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Completion of Basic and Advanced DT Instructor certification
- Log ten hours of instruction with a law-enforcement agency, complete verification forms and return to Force Options.
Prerequisites
Participants must be 18 years of age and in good physical condition. You may not have any felony convictions nor be under indictment for felony criminal action at the time of certification. It is highly encouraged that you be CPR and First Aid certified prior to or soon after completion of certification. Additionally you must commit to following a standard code of ethics and conduct.
Suggested Equipment List
Following is a list of equipment that we suggest you bring to the course. We do realize that most people will not have every piece of equipment listed below. We will make an effort to provide some equipment for participants.
- Expandable baton
- Kuboton
- Rubber Training Gun - Handgun / Long Gun (shotguns, carbines)
- If you have access to additional rubber training guns, please contact us.
- Rubber Training Knife
- Handcuffs
- Duty Belt
- Training uniform (soft soled shoes or boots - non-restrictive clothing)
- Protective cup
Dynamic Entry Team CQB Techniques
This new section will focus on effective techniques used by dynamic entry teams where weapons can not be utilized. We will teach stacking and entry techniques as well as CQB tactics once the entry has been achieved. This course is open to all students and will count as advanced credit for returning students. This will be a dynamic and exciting part of this year's course!
