DESCRIPTION: This 8-hour course is designed to instruct law enforcement personnel in the lawful requirements of operating an emergency vehicle under normal patrol, pursuit and 'Code 3' conditions.  The student will be instructed in the areas required by POST in order to meet the mandated training requirements in Penal Code Section 13519.8.  The student will demonstrate a working knowledge of driver skills by successfully driving such courses as the Skid Pan, Hazard Avoidance Simulator, Emergency Braking, Offset Alleys, Serpentine, Code-3 and Pursuit course.  This course meets the POST Perishable Skills Mandate for Driver Training/Awareness.

Must provide proof of being either a Level I Reserve Officer or Full Time Peace Officer.

INSTRUCTORS: All instructors are POST certified driving instructors.

PREREQUISITE: Must provide proof of being a Level I Reserve Officer or Full Time Peace Officer.  Must be in excellent physical condition and free of any prior injuries that may be aggravated by intensive vehicle weight transfer, braking, turning or skidding.  All students who are not members of the Alameda County Sheriff's Office must sign a liability waiver.

COURSE CERTIFICATION: POST Plan IV, Course Control Number - 1010-21155.

PRESENTATION DATES AND HOURS: This is an 8-hour course that will be presented on the below listed dates.  The course is normally presented from 0800 to 1700 hours.  Agencies who need special dates and times can contact the EVOC Coordinator for special scheduling.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: Students are required to have a valid drivers license. Students should wear suitable clothing, such as long pants (no shorts or skirts), a comfortable shirt (with sleeves) and sturdy shoes. Athletic shoes are acceptable. No sandals, highs heels, open toes or dress shoes allowed. No gun belts or handguns are allowed on the course.  Vehicles are provided by the RTC.  

RESERVATIONS: This course is limited to 14 students and reservations will be made on a first come, first serve basis.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: All students are expected to complete courses in their entirety. This includes assigned hours and assignments/projects that may be given to the students by the instructors. In the case of an unforeseen absence such as an emergency, the student shall not be considered completing the course if he/she misses more than 10% of the course hours. The exception is the Regular Basic Course or Academy which is 5% of the course hours. Course Instructors may assign students additional projects and or work to satisfy minimum attendance hours with the approval of the RTC Captain.

REGISTRATION: To register for classes at the RTC please utilize our web-based registration system. The RTC website can be easily accessed via the internet at https://www.sheriffacademy.com. The various course listings are accessible by passing the cursor over the course category buttons, which causes specific course listings to drop below each category. Selecting the desired course listing, opens a course description page.  Each course description page contains a button "[Register for Class]" that activates a link enabling the student/ Agency Training Manager to register for a course. Certain hosted courses will link to the respective presenter's web registration or contact information.  Alameda County's Tax Payer Identification Number is 94-6000501.

Basic Course Academy Recruit Training registrants should refer to the specific registration requirements for this course. The requirements for courses are located through the web-based Basic Course Academy Recruit Training link [Basic Police Academy].

For prospective students who do not have internet access, registration can be accomplished via phone. Please contact the Regional Training Center at  (925) 551-6970 to register.

RE-SCHEDULING OF COURSES: Re-scheduling may be accomplished in the same manner as the registration procedures described above.

STUDENT DRESS CODE: Unless otherwise specified in the course description, the student dress code at the Regional Training Center is business casual. No shorts, sleeveless shirts or open-toed shoes are permitted.

CANCELLING REGISTRATION: To cancel a registration for a course, please notify the Regional Training Center via e-mail or phone. E-mail cancellations can be directed to rtcinfo@sheriffacademy.com and phone cancellations to (925) 551-6970. In all cases, course cancellations less than 5 business days' prior to class start date, will be subject to a course cancellation fee equal to 50% of the course tuition. Students who fail to attend the course without cancelling prior to the start of the course (No Show) will be charged the full course tuition.

PAYMENT POLICY: As part of our ongoing efforts to streamline operations and enhance the experience for all students, we are implementing a new policy regarding tuition payments. All course tuition must be paid in full prior to the start of class. Payments should be completed no later than the first day of class. If payment is not received by this date, the individual may be asked to reschedule or defer attendance until payment is received.

Tuition payments can be made online during the course registration process. Alternatively, payments can be made by phone or in person on the first day of class. We accept cash, check, or credit card as suitable forms of payment. Please note that a 2.49% non-refundable service fee will apply to all credit card transactions.

We strongly encourage early payment to avoid any disruptions to your enrollment.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

No refunds are issued for a course once the course has begun.    

The RTC will return pre-paid tuition checks when students are cancelled with at least 5 business days' notice. 

LOCATION: Most all classes are located at the Alameda County Sheriff's Office, Regional Training Center, 6289 Madigan Road, Dublin, CA 94568. 

RESERVATIONS & LODGING: Most all courses have a student limit and reservations must be made on a first come, first serve basis.  Reservations must be made by the student's agency training officer.  Use the "Register for Class" link located on the class description page to submit reservations on-line. If you need information please call RTC at (925) 551-6970.

Reservations for lodging must be arranged by the student or his/her agency Alameda County Sheriff's Office Regional Training Center (sheriffacademy.com)

Since 1996, the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office has voluntarily participated in the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Law Enforcement Accreditation program.  A part of this process includes an opportunity for public feedback which was previously accomplished with in person interviews once every 3-4 years. In an effort to allow greater public access, public feedback can now be given via the CALEA Public Comment Portals, which can be accessed via this link for Law Enforcement Services and Dispatch: ACSO LE Public Comment Portal, or this link for ACSO Training Academy: ACSO TA Public Comment Portal. The Public Comment Portal is maintained by CALEA and directs the commenter to the CALEA website.

CANCELLING REGISTRATION:  To cancel a registration for a course, please notify the Regional Training Center via e-mail or phone. E-mail cancellations can be directed to rtcinfo@sheriffacademy.com and phone cancellations to (925) 551-6970. In all cases, course cancellations less than 5 business days' prior to class start date, may be subject to a course cancellation fee equal to 50% of the course tuition. Students who fail to attend the course without cancelling prior to the start of the course (No Show) will be charged the full course tuition.

If you need additional information please call (925) 551-6970 or the EVOC Coordinator, Sergeant Bryan Salby at (925) 551-6987 or BSalby@acgov.org

*Due to the physical dangers of this course, you will be required to sign a Release of Liability as a safety precaution when arriving at the RTC. Please see the link below to review the document.

http://sheriffacademy.com/upload/2024-Sanchez.Release.of.liability.Revised.pdf