Meet the minimum age, citizenship, education, and driver’s license requirements for your police agency
Become a sworn police officer first
Complete police academy training and field training
Gain several years of patrol experience
Maintain an excellent disciplinary, performance, and fitness record
Build strong marksmanship, tactical, and decision-making skills
Apply for SWAT when your department opens a selection process
Pass physical fitness, firearms, tactical, and psychological evaluations
Pass background, medical, and drug screening requirements
Complete SWAT-specific training and certification
Continue regular training and requalification to stay on the team