This course is ideal for SWAT team leaders, supervisors, law enforcement leaders, and anyone responsible for organizing, training, or deploying sniper teams.

Police snipers play a critical role in tactical team operations, yet they are often underutilized or misunderstood. The success of a sniper program is directly influenced by the command staff responsible for its development and oversight. This two-day intensive course is designed to equip sniper team leaders, supervisors, and other law enforcement leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to establish, train, and manage an effective and safe sniper program.

Whether you're selecting personnel, designing a training regimen, or making mission-critical decisions, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of the role, function, and limitations of police snipers. Participants will gain the insight needed to create sniper programs that are efficient and aligned with the highest standards of operational safety and effectiveness.

• The mission and role of the police sniper
• Criteria for personnel selection
• Equipment selection and requirements
• Establishing a robust training program
• Developing a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Understanding "green light" policies and deadly force considerations
• Liability protections and risk management
• Sniper tactics and mission planning
• Effective use of sniper teams in traditional and non-traditional roles
• Real-world case studies and lessons learned

• Understand foundational concepts to manage and supervise sniper programs.
• Apply risk management and safety procedures in sniper deployment.
• Develop SOPs and policies aligned with effective sniper team usage.

Required Materials:

• Notebook and pen
• One empty flash drive

Optional Materials:

• SOPs, training plans, or qualification course materials from your agency for review/discussion

• If you are allergic to bees, outdoor plants, or animals, please bring your epinephrine pen or other medication.
• Life-threatening allergies and pre-existing injuries or conditions must be reported to the OTOA training staff on day one of training.

Students are responsible for their lodging, transportation, and food.