COVERT PHYSICAL SURVEILLANCE COURSE April 2026 (CA)
This comprehensive four-day course provides in-depth instruction on the tactics and techniques of covert physical surveillance and plainclothes operations. Designed for narcotics teams, investigative units, and other non-uniformed personnel, the course covers gear selection, rolling vehicular surveillance, foot surveillance, surveillance-enabling technology, GPS tracker installation, operational planning, and effective team structure.
Students will leave with a stronger understanding of how to plan, execute, and manage surveillance operations that enhance officer safety and improve mission outcomes. This course has been delivered for organizations such as CNOA, ARPOC, and other professional law enforcement associations.
Agency Enrollment: Agency representatives enrolling one or more officers- please contact admin@optempotraining.com for an invoice. Names of individual officers and emails are required for certificates.
Prerequisite: Law enforcement, Military, Investigative professionals. *Enroll with your official email*
Date: April 20-23rd, 2026 8-5pm
Location: Hosted by the San Ramon Police Dept. San Ramon, CA.
Tuition: $675
Hardware/Equipment:
- Unmarked agency vehicle
- Laptop
- Operation plan template for your agency
- Cellphone with headphones and backup charger
- Binoculars (if available)
- Seasonally appropriate clothing for moderate activity and concealed carry options
- Pack water and snacks
- Note pad, pen, etc