Course ID: SG-CQB
Course Length: 16 Hours (2 Days) CLEET Accredited
Skill Level: Basic
Target Audience: Military • Law Enforcement • Armed Security
Delivery: Agency Hosted • Mobile Training|
Maximum Class Size: 12 Students
Prerequisites: None
Upon Completion: Immediate AAR (After Action Report) Lessons Learned (inter-team discussion) Certificate of Completion

Close-Quarters Battle (CQB) relies on the basic principles of CQB to overwhelm threats in confined spaces. The core fundamentals focus on safely entering/dominating a linear structure, while utilizing situational and spatial awareness to contain/neutralize threats. Secure and evacuate hostages while maintaining control through systematic clearing, constant communication, and effective use of angles to ensure team safety.

Learning Objectives

• Weapon safety in team proximity or non-permissive environments.
• Mental preparation to use a trained response to contact whether alone or in a team environment.
• Safely perform rules of room clearing, Hallway movement, Intersections and Stairwells.

Topics Covered

• What drives CQB.
• Principles and Fundamentals of CQB.
• Deliberate (L.E.) and Assaultive CQB.
• Room clearing and follow-on tactical problem solving.
• Post incident.
• Hallway movement.
• L, T, X Intersections.
• Stairwells (ascending/descending) if available.

Required Equipment

• Patrol rifle (AR-15/similar platform) with sling.
• Duty Rated Handgun with strong side retention holster.
• Minimum 500 rounds of rifle and 250 rounds handgun ammunition.
• Eye and ear protection.
• Knee pads and shooting mat advisable.
• Duty gear (sling, magazine pouches, etc.).