Phase One
- 8 hours: Critical Incident Leadership for Patrol Operations
- 16 hours: Active Shooter Response (Patrol or Tactical Teams)
- 16 hours: Close Quarter Concepts for Patrol
Tactical Patrol Officer Program
Built for the Real World. Grounded in Leadership.
The Tactical Patrol Officer Program affirms that every officer, deputy, and trooper is a leader—regardless of rank.
More than training, it is a mission to prepare patrol-level officers with the principles, skills, and mindset to stop the threat, protect the vulnerable, and return home alive.
All courses are OPOTA CPT-approved.
The TPO program fosters a well-rounded, adaptive, and ethically sound approach, ultimately enhancing the safety and well-being of both officers and the communities they serve.
Training Hours: 80
Curriculum
Phase Two STARTS JULY 2026
- 8 hours: Subject De-escalation During Vehicle Encounters
- 16 hours: Tactical Patrol Officer Rifle & Pistol
- 8 hours: *Conflict Resolution & De‑Escalation
- 4 hours: *Critical Injury First Aid / Self Aid‑Buddy Aid
- 4 hours: *Contemporary Use of Force and Case Law
- *Offered by OPOTA
Integrated Content
Legal, leadership, medical, and tactical components are interwoven so officers can navigate a broad spectrum of challenges more effectively.
Legal and Ethical Foundation
Establishes a solid foundation, ensuring officers comprehend the laws governing their actions; instills ethical decision-making with real-world case studies related to the use of force.
Specialized Tactical Skills
Teaches specialized skills for varied scenarios—from active-shooter events to urban/rural considerations—building expertise in strategic responses.
De-escalation and Conflict Resolution
Emphasizes nonviolent strategies via realistic scenarios that refine decision‑making and communication in dynamic situations.
Leadership in High-Stress Situations
Develops swift decision‑making, team coordination, and clear communication—core leadership capabilities for dynamic environments.
Public Safety Integration
Engages strategies that prioritize community safety and effective communication during operations.
Vehicle Encounters Involving Occupants
Covers maneuvers, positioning, and engagement strategies, focusing on points of failure and friction around vehicle encounters.
Continuous Adaptation
Keeps officers current on contemporary use‑of‑force and case law, empowering lawful, effective adaptation of tactics.
Medical Proficiency and Self-Aid
Teaches lifesaving techniques, trauma care, and self‑aid practices to respond to injuries and emergencies.