The 832 PC - Arrest and Firearms course is designed as an introductory overview to the law enforcement profession in the State of California.  The course serves to meet the very minimal requirements to be employed as a peace officer in California.  In addition, this course supports the training needs of several specialized law enforcement agencies, such as the State Hospital Police in Napa as well as many private security personnel or citizens who are interested in furthering their knowledge of the criminal justice field.  It is one of many ideal opportunities for persons thinking about pursuing a career in law enforcement and will help prepare students for the Basic Police Academy.  

California Penal Code Section 832(a) requires all peace officers (except those who complete the POST Basic Academy) to satisfactorily complete an introductory course of training prescribed by POST.  Satisfactory completion of the course must be demonstrated by passing POST-developed examinations that include a written test, arrest control performance test, and a firearms safety and proficiency qualification test.  There are two components in the 832 PC - Arrest and Firearms course including a 40 hour component that includes instruction on the laws of arrest and weaponless defense and another 24 hour component on firearms.  The complete 832 PC - Arrest and Firearms course is 64 hours.  Napa Valley College offers both of these components in a variety of formats.  All scheduled course offerings will be listed on this web page.  

Arrest Course - 40 Hours

• Professional Orientation

• Community Relations

• Law

• Laws of Evidence

• Communications

• Investigation

• Arrest and Control

Firearms Course - 24 Hours

• Firearms Safety

• Handgun Familiarization

• Care, Cleaning, and Storage of Handguns

• Firearms Shooting Principles

• Firearms Range Qualification

The POST 832PC - Arrest and Firearms course is available to any student who is at least 18 years of age.  Students must completed the Arrest Course prior to enrolling in the Firearms Course.  California Penal Code Section 13511.5 requires that all students who wish to attend the Firearms Course obtain written Department of Justice criminal history clearance before attending the course.  The Training Center will provide students with a fingerprint card and details about how to accomplish this requirement.  California state law prohibits anyone convicted of a felony and certain crimes of assault (including misdemeanors) from possessing a firearm.   Strict attendance requirements apply to both components of this course.  Need to get fingerprinted?  For locations offering "Live Scan" Click Here

There are two must-pass tests required by POST including a written examination and an arrest control performance test.  Students who fail a test will be provided with remedial training and be given only one additional opportunity to pass the test.  Students who fail the second remedial test fail the course.

NOTE:  We are not offering the firearms course.  Due to a lack of interest and enrollment, the Level I, II, and III modular format classes are not available at this time.  Students interested in part time basic law enforcement training are encouraged to consider the evening extended basic police academy.