Students will have the opportunity to tour different divisions within a Sheriff's department and see how each division helps suppress criminal activity within the community. Emphasis placed upon gangs, and narcotic awareness, and crime prevention. This course educates the general public in the duties and operation of the Sheriff's Department. Cultural Awareness 24 hours POST Cultural Awareness training will take and in-depth look at the different types of cultures in Southern California. Issues discussed are valuing diversity, human rights, discrimination, prejudice, perceptions, stereotyping, and effective cultural communications.
Emphasis is placed on how cultures relate to law enforcement.
This course is designed for San Bernardino County personnel who drive county vehicles. Safe driving techniques are reinforced with focus placed upon vehicle control, vehicle operation liability, and precision driving. The primary focus of this course is to develop safe habits of weapons handling in the home. This course is held on Saturdays only. Topics include loading, unloading, storage, cleaning, basic marksmanship skills, and legal review.