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832PC Arrest and Firearms Course
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.
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Arrest Course -
40 Hours
- Professional
Orientation
- Community Relations
- Law
- Laws of Evidence
- Communications
- Investigation
- Arrest and Control
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Firearms Course -
24 Hours
- Firearms Safety
- Handgun
Familiarization
- Care, Cleaning, and
Storage of Handguns
- Firearms Shooting
Principles
- Firearms Range
Qualification
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Requirements
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"
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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.
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832 PC - Arrest Course Offerings
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Dates |
Days/Times |
Fees |
| Arrest Course Only |
January 27 through Feb 19, 2009
August 25 through Sept 17, 2009
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Tue, Thu 6PM-10PM, Sat 7:30AM-6:30PM |
125.00 |
Students who are not currently enrolled at Napa
Valley College or who have not taken classes at the college in the last
three years must complete an
admissions application. Students must register for this course at the Criminal Justice Training Center office. All fees must be paid in full at the time of registration.
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.
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