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Description The course will be 8-hours long and include training in shotgun proficiency and survival tactics. This course is designed to improve the student’s ability to successfully engage targets accurately with speed. The dynamics of shotgun-to-handgun transition will be discussed and practiced. Emergency medical procedures will be covered as part of the training. Please Note: Due to ongoing liability concerns with the Sig Sauer P320 platform and all variants, the platform is no longer permitted to be used during training provided by the Pearland Police Department. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements #3342 Prerequisite Any Commissioned...

Law enforcement is exposed to significantly more trauma than the general population. This can result in high levels of chronic stress that must be managed effectively to avoid negative impact. This workshop is designed to provide officers with proactive strategies to mitigate these unique stressors, resulting in increased resilience and enhanced wellness. This training event is appropriate for staff at all levels of the organization and focuses on individual strategies for wellness building. This training event will provide: An understanding of how chronic stress impacts the human psyche An exploration of protective strategies and practices that can build resilience and...

This course is aimed at current and future leaders, specifically non-sworn personnel. This one-week seminar is the second of three parts in the Civilian Leadership Series. It can be taken independently or in conjunction with the other sessions. This interactive and experiential program is designed to equip and inspire new supervisors, and reinvigorate senior supervisors, for the challenges of the fast paced and fluid world of public safety leadership. This generation of leaders will learn core lessons in communication, both inside and outside their agency to promote trust and confidence. TOPICS • Supervisor Role Identification and Transition • TCOLE Rules...

This course covers the bills passed in the 89th legislative session, which affect most peace officers, judges, and prosecutors of the State of Texas. This material is a general summary of selected court cases and changes to Texas’ statutes that govern the laws enforced along with the administration of law enforcement officers and agencies as determined by the 89th legislative session. This is not all-inclusive for every change. You must verify all legislative changes and case-law holdings discussed and are responsible for appropriately implementing these changes. Your agency should be working to make the changes and additions to your policy...

The Critical Incident Response for Patrol Supervisors Course is a packed 4-day course designed specifically to sharpen the leadership skills of first line supervisors, or those about to assume leadership roles in the patrol capacity, through the concept of Leading In Fluid Environments (LIFE). This course involves group discussion, critical thinking exercises and is beneficial for building relationships / learning from other supervisors. Additionally, the course gives a behind the scenes look at how other police departments are training, operating, and solving their own problems.   https://phronesistraining.com/course/5For More information click here

*** TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE, PLEASE LOGIN AND REGISTER *** Students will learn the correct procedures in recognizing child abuse and the law regarding the responsibility of police in the investigation of child abuse cases. Emphasis will be on signs of child abuse, interviewing witnesses, case preparation, and Child Protective ServicesFor More information click here

This course is designed to meet continuing education requirements put forth by the Commission TCOLE# 2107. Intermediate Use of Force reviews use of force terminology, concepts, legislation, and models through the discussion of scenarios and case studies. The Intermediate Use of Force course ensures all peace officers are trained in force options and their respective legal authorities in order to make appropriate determinations during professional encounters. The goal of this course of instruction is to reintroduce information to students that they may have at one time learned but have since forgotten. It is also to familiarize them with recent legislative...

Description The Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) is a battery of three tests administered and evaluated in a standardized manner to obtain validated indicators of impairment and establish probable cause for arrest. These tests were developed as a result of research sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and conducted by the Southern California Research Institute. This course provides refresher training for licensed practitioners to keep skills fresh and update students on the latest information in the field. Please bring a laptop or USB Flash Drive for material transfer.   This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)...

The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees protection from unreasonable searches and seizures. It is the duty of law enforcement officers to conduct legal searches and seizures. An illegal search or seizure violates a person’s rights and may lead to adverse consequences for the officer who engaged in the illegality. Such consequences may include a criminal or civil case brought against the officer, suppression of evidence recovered from the suspect, and department discipline. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements #2108For More information click here

Fondren Forensics Inc. offers a State Approved Breath Test Operator School for the new Intoxilyzer 9000 Instrument. This class is open to law enforcement employees across the state of Texas. In addition to receiving state certification as a breath test operator, students who successfully complete this course of instruction may be eligible to apply for TCOLE credit. Fondren Forensics utilizes instructors with different backgrounds, including chemists, police officers, private business owners, government employees, attorneys, investigators and technical supervisors. The information students receive in this class follows the guidelines set forth by the Texas Breath Alcohol Testing Regulations, in accordance with...

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)For More...

This course covers the bills passed in the 89th legislative session, which affect most peace officers, judges, and prosecutors of the State of Texas. This material is a general summary of selected court cases and changes to Texas’ statutes that govern the laws enforced along with the administration of law enforcement officers and agencies as determined by the 89th legislative session. This is not all-inclusive for every change. You must verify all legislative changes and case-law holdings discussed and are responsible for appropriately implementing these changes. Your agency should be working to make the changes and additions to your policy...