ASP Expandable Baton Certification for Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
Course Overview
The ASP Expandable Baton Certification program equips Municipal Enforcement Officers with essential tactical baton skills that are operational and legally sound. Created by Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP), this course adheres to court-defensible standards for less-than-lethal force. By training with a manufacturer-certified program, officers meet the highest recognized standards, reducing legal exposure while enhancing their ability to use their baton safely and effectively. With a 9:1 student-to-instructor ratio, participants receive maximum individualized instruction, ensuring they develop muscle memory, confidence, and precision in their baton use.
Upon completion, participants earn ASP User Certification and receive a certificate package.
Why Choose Manufacturer-Certified Training
For over forty years, ASP has focused on providing law enforcement officers with the finest tools and industry-leading training to safely and effectively use them. ASP’s expertise is built into every training program, ensuring officers are not only proficient in their skills but also fully understand the tools they use at a technical level.
Training directly from the manufacturer ensures officers receive the most up-to-date, legally robust instruction.
ASP-certified programs offer key benefits, including:
- Liability protection
- Standardized instruction
- Unparalleled technical expertise
By following a curriculum endorsed by the manufacturer, officers are taught the latest safety protocols and best practices for using their baton. ASP instructors stay current with product updates, providing officers with the most effective and relevant techniques. Additionally, ASP-certified training offers legal defensibility—in the event of a critical incident, ASP can provide expert witness support and legal guidance, giving both officers and agencies peace of mind.
This hands-on program covers essential tactical skills, including:
- Practical Exercises with Real-World Scenarios
- Defensive Stances & Movement
- Baton Opening & Closing Techniques
- Weapon-Side & Reaction-Side Strikes
- Documentation & Justification for Use
Dates & Locations
When: June 4, 2025, from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Where: Newmarket, On
Cost: $310 + tax
Registration: To register please email info@caninefoundations.com
For information on ordering a private course, please contact our Office Manager at
(705) 835-3177 or email us at info@caninefoundations.com