POST RDS Course

A California POST RDS course is for law enforcement firearms instructors who want to teach the use of red dot sights (RDS) on pistols. The course is typically 16 hours long, takes place over two days, and covers topics like RDS comparison, mounting, maintenance, zeroing, live-fire drills, and malfunction clearing. Candidates must be experienced instructors who already have a solid foundation in pistol shooting and safety.

Course objectives and topics

• RDS comparison and selection: Learn about different red dot sights, their durability, reliability, and mounting options.
• Maintenance and zeroing: Understand proper RDS maintenance and learn procedures for zeroing the sight on a pistol.
• Live-fire drills: Practice using the RDS for various scenarios, including sight picture, follow-up shots, and transitions.
• Malfunction clearing: Address malfunctions specific to RDS-equipped pistols.
• Instructor-focused content: The course is geared toward teaching instructors how to develop and deliver their own RDS training programs.

Prerequisites and requirements

• Instructor experience: Must be an experienced and qualified firearms instructor.
• Firearm knowledge: Candidates should have a strong understanding of firearm safety, marksmanship, and basic pistol maintenance.
• Course-specific equipment: Typically requires a duty pistol with a mounted RDS, suppressor height iron sights, multiple magazines, a duty holster, and 600 rounds of ammunition.

Who is this course for?

• This course is specifically for law enforcement firearms instructors who want to add red dot sight instruction to their curriculum.
• It is not an introductory pistol course; it is designed for those who will be teaching others.