Course Description This 40-hour course provides accident investigation from on-the scene procedures to follow up and practical application of how to use report forms and accident investigation terminology together with the study of vehicle code law and court decisions. Course meets requirements of VC40600 (a). Learning Topics • Accident Investigation...
Course Description: This course serves to educate the patrol-level law-enforcement officer in the response to fentanyl-related overdose investigations. Students will learn the fundamentals of fentanyl overdose deaths, how to stay safe when handling fentanyl and proper documentation. The course will cover investigative techniques and review the pertinent charges related to...
Course Description The course will educate patrol officers on laws related to property, and search and seizure specific to homeless subjects. It will also cover psychological aspects to include families and mental health. The officers will learn techniques to build trust and encourage subjects in need to allow patrol officers...
The purpose of this course is to provide additional training to current and prospective instructors within the department and Training Division. Through facilitated discussion, small group activities, and teach backs, students will demonstrate presentation skills, student-centered learning, and lesson planning. CLICK FOR FLYER
Course Description This course explores working with and supervising traffic officers. It reviews the concepts of traffic engineering, office of traffic safety, driving under the influence programs, special events planning, traffic resource management and report review. Learning Topics • Highway Safety System • Concepts of Traffic Engineering • CA Office of...
This course is designed to train and certify law enforcement officers in the proper and efficient use of LIDAR. The students will be provided with an understanding of the laser as an enforcement tool, along with practical skills and legal considerations. Click for Flyer
Designed to train patrol officers in the operation of radar devices. Includes: history, principles, theory, and laws relating to radar, set-up, calibration, and courtroom testimony. This course satisfies the requirements of CA POST Regulation 1081. Click for Flyer
This 80-hour course is designed for experienced traffic collision investigators. Emphasis is on the applications of mathematics and physics to collision analysis, scene documentation and evaluation. Prerequisite: Intermediate Traffic Collision Inv. Click for Flyer
This course meets the basic instructional skills training requirement to teach in the P.O.S.T. Regular Basic Course and for the Academy Instructor Certificate Program. Students will gain facilitation skills and an understanding of how to employ adult learning methodologies appropriate for various law enforcement topics. This class is designed to...
This 80-hour course is designed for experienced traffic collision investigators. Emphasis is on the applications of mathematics and physics to collision analysis, scene documentation and evaluation. Prerequisite: Intermediate Traffic Collision Inv. Click for Flyer
This course will provide students with the knowledge necessary to conduct background investigations for law enforcement agencies. It will provide officers with the tools to complete a proper and thorough Background Investigation that satisfies two goals, assuring compliance with all applicable minimum standards for employment and screening out candidates who...
This course is designed to train local law enforcement officers on how to cope with crisis situations with the mentally ill and developmentally disabled community. Officers also participate in various site visits, scenario training and given information about additional mental health resources. This course satisfies legislative mandate PC13515.27(a)(1) PC13515.28(a)(1), SB11/SB29....
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The County of San Bernardino Innovation and Technology Department will be performing scheduled system maintenance on Friday, July 25th, starting at 10:00 PM and lasting approximately 2 hours. This website will be temporarily unavailable during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to enhance our systems.
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Jeremy began his career with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in 1998, graduating from the Frank Bland Regional Training Center, Academy Class 134. Jeremy has worked various assignments during his career, including the West Valley Detention Center, High Desert Detention Center, Barstow, Apple Valley, Victorville, Hesperia, and Victor Valley Patrol Stations, Gangs and Narcotics, Inland Regional Narcotics Enforcement Team, and the Employee Resources Division.
Jeremy received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Cal State University San Bernardino, holds numerous certificates from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, and is a member of several law enforcement associations.
Jeremy was promoted to Deputy Chief in April of 2024 by Sheriff Shannon Dicus and oversees the Special Operations Bureau.
John Wickum was raised in the city of Rancho Cucamonga and has been a lifelong resident of San Bernardino County. John became interested in law enforcement at a young age, joining the Sheriff’s Explorer program at Rancho Station in 1985. John began his career with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in 1991, graduating from the Frank Bland Regional Training Academy class #103.
John has worked various assignments during his career, including Central Detention Center, Foothill Detention Center, West Valley Detention Center, Victor Valley Station, Narcotics Division, Specialized Enforcement Division, Apple Valley Station, High Desert Detention Center, and most recently the Captain for the Victorville City Station.
John holds numerous certificates from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. He attended Chaffey College and California Coast University, Irvine. He is a member of many law enforcement organizations, serving on the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Rodeo board and he is currently the Liaison for the Sheriff’s Rangers.
Sheriff Shannon Dicus promoted John to Deputy Chief in March 2024. John is currently assigned to the Detention and Corrections Support Bureau and the Court Services Division.
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Garth Goodell began his career with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department in 1993 as a reserve deputy sheriff. He was hired full time in 1995 and attended the 120th session of the Sheriff’s Basic Academy.
Garth’s law enforcement career began with his first custody assignment at West Valley Detention Center. He was later assigned to patrol operations at Morongo Basin, Chino Hills Station and Gangs / Narcotics. As a detective, he was assigned to Hesperia Station and the Specialized Enforcement Division. As a sergeant, Garth was assigned to Twin Peaks Station and Chino Hills Station. Following his promotion to lieutenant, Garth was assigned as the commander of the Centralized Classification Unit and later as the lieutenant for the Specialized Enforcement Division. As a captain, Garth has held command assignments at Employee Resources Division and Chino Hills Station.
Garth earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Management from Union Institute and University and his Master of Business Administration from California Baptist University. He holds numerous professional certificates and memberships and is also a graduate of the FBI-LEEDA Leadership Trilogy and the California Police Chiefs Executive Leadership Institute at Drucker School of Management.
Sheriff Shannon Dicus promoted Garth to Deputy Chief in July 2023. As Deputy Chief, Garth is responsible for the Personnel and Emergency Services Bureau.
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