Reserve Officer Firearms Certification

Reserve Officer Firearms Certification, an intense four day, 40-hour course, meets the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy's requirements for a reserve peace officer to carry a handgun and shotgun, administrative rule 501-10.1(80D). The course will run into the evenings of the first two days to fulfill the nighttime qualification requirements.

Required Equipment

Students are required to bring the following serviceable items:

• Handgun you use while working. It should be clean and functioning
• Duty leather gear with belt keepers or Velcro fastener
• Protective vest
• Flashlight

Optional items

• Three high capacity magazines
• 12-gauge duty shotgun

Ammunition will be provided at an additional fee within the course registration.

Additional Requirements

Students must:

• Have a strong knowledge of how their weapon functions.
• Have at least a minimal amount of shooting experience.
• Sign a waiver indicating that they are physically fit to participate in strenuous activities.
• Sign a waiver of liability.

Register

The cost of this training is $675 per person.  We require a minimum of four qualified reserve officers to request a class.  This training will usually take place over two weekends. 

For more information or to request a class, please contact the department administrative assistant or law enforcement coordinator.