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Joining Requirements
Joining Requirements
Santa Clara County Sheriff Search and Rescue has active members from a wide diversity of backgrounds. Membership is open to anyone over 18 years of age who has a sincere interest and desire to make the commitments necessary to be an active contributor to SAR.
The minimum requirements to join the team are:
- Pass Sheriff's Office background check
- Have a valid California driver's license & recent DMV printout
- Attend at least three consecutive training meetings
- Successfully complete an oral board interview
- Have a sincere interest and desire to become a contributing member
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Complete and pass the SCCSSAR academy
- Obtain CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification
- Obtain First Responder Certification within one year of becoming a member