Tactical Rope Access Course (NTOA)

Course Hours: 32.0 Hours

Course Description

The Tactical Rope Access Course (TRAC) is designed to equip SWAT and other specialized tactical personnel with the vertical access skills needed to operate safely and effectively in a wide range of environments, from urban structures to mountainous terrain. The course emphasizes practical rope‑based movement, rescue capabilities, and equipment proficiency, using the PACE (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) methodology to support decision‑making under operational stress.

Training Outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to perform vertical access tasks with confidence in high‑risk situations.

Prerequisites

Students are required to be assigned to a tactical team or other specialized team that requires rope access capability. This is a strenuous course, and students need to be physically fit due to the physical requirements of the course. Students are required to bring a Law Enforcement ID, Gloves, Helmet, Boots, BDU Uniform, Tactical Vest and a Rappel Harness.

Who Should Attend

SWAT and other specialized tactical personnel.

Special Notes

You must register with NTOA (in addition to GPSTC calendar registration) at: https://training.ntoa.org/CourseRegistration/default.asp?num=20265730

** Payment is to be made directly to NTOA ** prior to start of class 
Course Number 20265730 Start Date/Time: 10/26/2026 / 0800 hrs 
Fees: Members: $ 1,150.00 / Non-Members: $ 1,205.00 (Includes 1-yr membership) 

 Class Location: 
 Georgia Public Safety Training Center 
 1000 Indian Springs Drive 
 Forsyth, GA 31029

Name Start Date End Date Location Time Course Number Status
Tactical Rope Access Course (NTOA) 10/26/2026 10/29/2026 GPSTC, FORSYTH 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. TBA Coming Soon