Course Overview
Join the Missouri Sheriffs' Association for a specialized 3-Day Red Dot System (RDS) Instructor Course tailored for law enforcement and corrections professionals. This comprehensive program provides instructors with the skills and knowledge to effectively transition officers from iron sights to red dot optics on duty handguns.

Topics Includes:

• History and Evolution of Red Dot Sights in Law Enforcement
• RDS Operation, Failures, Maintenance, and Battery Management
• Mounting and Zeroing Techniques
• Tactical Considerations for Duty Use
• Instructional Methods and Student Drill Design
• Firearms and Range Safety

Who Should Attend:

• Firearms Instructors
• Training Coordinators
• Patrol and Corrections Training Officers

 What Participants Will Walk Away With:

• Expertise in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting red dot optics.
• Practical skills in designing and executing effective RDS training scenarios.
• Enhanced capability to instruct and mentor officers transitioning to red dot sight systems.

Location:
Missouri Sheriffs’ Association
6605 Business 50 West
Jefferson City, MO 65109

Date:
August 18-20, 2026
8am-5pm (With a night shoot)

Cost:
Contracted: $230
Non-contracted: $330

What to Bring:

• Comfortable Clothing suitable for dynamic scenarios and movements.
• Protective and Safety Equipment
• Eye and Hearing Protection
• Pistol equipped with a Red Dot System and 500 rounds of ammunition.
• Duty belt and gear, flashlight, protective vest, and hydration system.
• Note-Taking Material & Laptop.

 

Contact:
Kevin Merritt by email at kevin@mosheriffs.com or phone 573-301-7728

POST Credit: 24-Hours
4 Hours Legal Studies, 12 Hours Technical Studies, and 8 Hours Firearms