POST (California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training)

POST, or the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, is a state agency responsible for establishing minimum qualifications, training standards, and professional development requirements for law enforcement officers in California. Its goal is to ensure officers are well-trained, competent, and uphold high standards of public safety and accountability. POST develops training courses, certifications, and policies to promote effective policing, ethical conduct, and community trust, thereby helping law enforcement agencies maintain professionalism and public confidence across the state.