Course Iterations

Sub Number Date/Location Registration
SOF-SO-31919-A-2026-27
09 Nov - 20 Nov, 2026 RL: NATO SOF Campus
SOF-SO-31919-B-2026-27
18 Jan - 29 Jan, 2027 RL: NATO SOF Campus

Course Information

NATO SOF Technical Exploitation Operations (TEO) Course

Description: The NATO SOF TEO Course examines various aspects of collection techniques used to gather information and items that can be analyzed and turned into valuable intelligence for current, follow-on, and future operations in theatres where NATO SOF are actively participating. The course examines the principles and capabilities of exploitation that help the tactical-level operator understand the operational effects of technical exploitation. The purpose of the course is to develop technically sound, effective, and proficient NATO SOF operators who can execute, coordinate, and use exploitation at the SOTG/SOTU level to effectively enable SOCC operations in support of the joint force commander's campaign plan.

Duration: Residential: 10 days    

Course Aim

To educate and prepare students on the principles, techniques, and equipment required to exploit an objective and accurately collect time-sensitive, mission-relevant information and items of interest during any phase of military operations.

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will effectively plan, coordinate, and execute technical exploitation at the SOTG and SOTU levels in support of SOCC operations. 

Target Audience
  • Tactical-level operators who will be collecting information and objects of interest in a tactical environment
  • Staff members working in the intelligence field at the SOTG or SOCC level.
Requirements

Recommended Language Profile: 3322 rating in English language skills