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Law Enforcement Rifle Training Program

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Acronym
LERTP
Length
5 Training Days
Locations Offered
Charleston, SC
Cheltenham, MD
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Description

The LERTP is a Center Advanced training program structured to train students in rifle/carbine skills and techniques with iron sights and optical sighting systems.  The AR-15/M-4 is the platform used during this program.  The program is designed for the officer/agent who may be required to use a rifle/carbine in various law enforcement situations.

Prerequisites

  1. Applicant must be a full-time law enforcement officer/agent with arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws or active military. 
  2. Must be in good physical condition with no medical restrictions  and pass a FLETC health screening. 
  3. Must have completed a basic law enforcement academy.

Required Training Materials

  • Agency issued handgun
  • Leather/web gear (Gear not authorized for use are: Auto Lock, Trigger Finger Release Style Holsters that require the trigger finger to deactivate/disable the retention mechanism, Shoulder Holsters, Cross Draw Holsters, Inside the belt holsters, or Ankle Holsters).                                   

Note: If a student cannot bring their agency issued handgun, FLETC (all sites) will provide the student a handgun for training.

For Cheltenham Students: 

  • You must bring proper range attire. Training uniforms are not provided.
  • Issued semi-automatic pistol
  • Duty belt with holster (Gear not authorized for use are:  Auto Lock, Trigger Finger Release Style Holsters that require the trigger finger to deactivate/disable the retention mechanism,  Shoulder Holsters, Cross Draw Holsters, Inside the belt holsters, or Ankle Holsters)
  • A minimum of 3 magazines. Ammunition and range safety equipment will be provided.     

Program Syllabus/Curriculum

  • Firearms Safety Rules & Regulations
  • Advanced Law Enforcement Rifle

Program Contact Info

Charleston: (843) 746-0865
Cheltenham: (301) 877-8340

Program Registration

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