HRTC LE Sniper – Basic (LESB)

The LE Sniper – Basic (LESB) course from HRTC is a comprehensive 4-day law enforcement sniper school designed to set the standard for deployable LE snipers. This is not just a shooting course; it’s a foundational program that prepares officers for real-world operational demands in both rural and urban environments.

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Certified for 40 hours of P.O.S.T. credit, this course covers the full spectrum of what a modern law enforcement sniper needs to know.

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Students will train in:

• Fundamentals of precision marksmanship
• Internal and external ballistics
• Positional shooting and moving target engagements
• Intermediate barriers and bullet construction
• Sniper/SWAT team integration and communication
• Hide site selection, mission prep, and gear management
• Use of force law, case studies, and sniper medical considerations
• Physical and mental conditioning for sustained operational effectiveness

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Unlike courses that ignore the sniper’s human performance factors, HRTC includes modules on sniper well-being, mental focus, and long-term capability. Students are introduced to advanced concepts early, providing them with a roadmap for future progression and reducing the risk of “unconscious incompetence.”

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The course concludes with a final rifle qualification, live-fire scenarios, and a written exam.

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Course Details:

• Duration: 4 days / 40 hours
• Cost: $1,200
• Location: HRTC Training Facility
• Certificate: P.O.S.T. approved LE Basic Sniper

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Required Gear:

• Precision rifle (1 MOA or better), bipod, and 300 rounds of match ammo
• Scope with dialable turrets (MOA or MRAD)
• Tripod (loaners available), call-out gear, ballistic helmet & plate carrier
• Spotting scope or binoculars, rangefinder, ballistic calculator app
• Pen/paper, weather gear, shooting mat, hearing/eye protection

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Recommended Extras:

• Positional shooting bag, bubble level, knee pads, gloves, Fix-It Sticks

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Successful students will receive a LE Basic Sniper Certificate upon graduation.

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Built for active-duty LE snipers preparing for deployment readiness. No fluff, just mission-critical training.

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Spots fill fast. Early registration is recommended.