Law Enforcement Designated Marksman/Sniper

Course Overview:

Asymmetric Solutions offers an intensive 5-day, 60-hour Law Enforcement Designated Marksman/Sniper course, certified by the Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). This course is designed for law enforcement officers looking to develop the skills and knowledge required to operate as a Designated Marksman or Sniper during tactical operations and critical incidents.

This comprehensive course will provide you with the field-craft and marksmanship skills necessary to be a proficient Law Enforcement Sniper. You will gain practical experience in urban tactics, range estimation, observation/reporting, moving targets, and night fire. The course also covers barrier penetration, hostage rescue engagements, and much more, all critical skills needed for real-world applications.

What You’ll Learn:

  • MO POST Approved: The course is fully approved by Missouri POST, ensuring it meets the standards for law enforcement professionals.
  • Introduction to the Rifle System: Learn the mechanics of the rifle system and key components required for effective sniper operations.
  • Exterior & Terminal Ballistics: Understand the basic principles of ballistics, helping you to predict projectile behavior for accurate target engagement.
  • Marksmanship Skills: Develop the necessary shooting techniques and practice exercises that will improve your precision and consistency.
  • Field-Craft: Gain tactical skills, including hide construction and observation/reporting, to support sniper teams during operations.
  • Range Estimation: Learn how to estimate target range using various methods for accurate long-range shooting.
  • Urban Tactics: Understand the specific challenges of engaging targets in urban environments and how to overcome them.
  • Engagement Scenarios: Participate in real-world engagement scenarios involving moving targets, hostage situations, and more.
  • Night Fire: Practice shooting in low-light conditions, a critical skill for any sniper operating during nighttime tactical operations.
  • Barrier Penetration: Learn how to effectively engage targets through intermediate barriers, a vital skill for operational snipers.

Why Choose This Course?

The Designated Marksman/Sniper course equips you with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required for effective sniper operations. Whether you’re responding to critical incidents, providing support during tactical operations, or dealing with high-stakes situations like hostage rescues, this training ensures you’re fully prepared for any challenge.

Graduates will have the expertise to support law enforcement operations effectively and increase survivability during high-risk engagements. Whether you’re learning to engage hostile targets at long range, or coordinating with sniper-observer teams, this course is tailored to provide the advanced skills needed for real-world scenarios.

Ready to Register?

Individual law enforcement officers and first responders are eligible for special pricing as a token of appreciation for their service. Contact us to register for this POST-approved sniper training and take the first step toward becoming an expert Law Enforcement Sniper.