Description

Effective January 1, 2016, this class is required within two years of completion of the Basic Peace Officer Course. This course also meets TCOLE requirements towards an Intermediate and Advanced Peace Officer Proficiency Certification.

Prerequisite

Currently appointed as a peace officer

Course topics include:

Texas State Animal Laws
Recognizing and Understanding Canine Behavior
Non-lethal tools/methods/resources to avoid and defend against canine attack
Conflict Avoidance, De-escalation, and Use of Force Continuum Principles
Other Techniques and Surviving an Attack
Identification of other common animal encounters

Audience:

Currently commissioned Texas peace officers


Education Credits

4.00 Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)