TacMed Course for LE Instructors
November 9 - November 10 2023 @ Altoona, IA | Host: Altoona Police Department/88 Tactical Group
TacMed Course for LE Instructors
November 9 – 10, 2023
Altoona Police Department — Altoona, IA
The Tactical Medicine (TacMed) Course for Law Enforcement Instructors combines both live-fire and tactical medicine exercises in a 2-day, 20-hour class. Our curriculum, in accordance with the Principle Guidelines of Instruction set by the Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), covers the fundamentals of tactical medicine, the use of a basic trauma kit, treating hemorrhage, chest trauma, and other life-threatening injuries. This course also covers fighting to get to the wounded, fighting while wounded, performing rapid patient assessment and treatment while under duress.
Equipment Requirements
- Eye and ear protection
- Semi-automatic pistol with a “ledge” so that the slide can be manipulated on your belt, holster, or pocket
- 2-3 magazines
- Serviceable holster and magazine carry pouches
- 500 rounds of factory new practice ammunition
- Dress and headwear as weather dictates
- Sack lunch and water
- Note-taking material
- Thumb Drive
- 5 dummy rounds
Eligibility Requirement: Current LE or military credentials
COST: $450