Class Schedule

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This course teaches and prepares students to create, prepare, and present courses of instruction intended to provide Continuing Education hours for TCOLE licensing requirements. Students will be required to complete two courses of instruction (10 and 15 minutes in length) to a panel of HCC4 Instructors which must include a comprehensive Lesson Plan, a Written Test, and a final PowerPoint presentation.   

This course introduces you to the history of the man and dog relationship, and discusses the natural instincts and abilities of canines both in and out of police work. We are going to explore the selection, training, and management of the canine team, including some of the legal ramifications of placing a canine team in the field. Also discussed, are some of the more common applications of canines in law enforcement. This 4-hour class is a TCOLE core course for all Basic and Intermediate Peace Officers. The course covers animal cruelty, dangerous dogs, aggressive animal attacks, and canine behavior. Course is approved for 4 TCOLE hours

The Civil for Patrol is a patrol procediures course which covers the difference between criminal law and civil law, along with fundamental civil process knowledge and emphasis on commonly encountered civil situations in patrol for non civil personnel.

*THIS COURSE IS NOT INTEDED FOR COMPLETION TOWARD THE MANDATORY 20 HRS BASIC CIVIL PROCESS FOR PERSONNEL WHO HAVE DUTY ASSIGNMENTS WITH CIVIL/WRIT RESPONSIBILITIES*

Law enforcement officers who enroll in this TCOLE mandated course will learn about using appropriate techniques to interact and communicate with drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing. They will receive practical training on how to effectively communicate by themselves but also learn when an interpreter may be required. As part of the course, officers will learn how to identify someone who is deaf or hard of hearing. They also will learn regulations for law enforcement agencies regarding deaf and hard of hearing individuals under the Americans with Disabilities Act. This course is approved for 4 TCOLE hours and meets the TCOLE requirements for Interacting with Drivers Who are Deaf/ Hard of Hearing #7887.

This Leadership Development course is designed specifically for law enforcement professionals seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive positive organizational change. Participants will explore essential leadership concepts through engaging discussions and practical scenarios. Attendees will gain insights into critical attributes of effective leaders and learn to master a structured process for effectively managing employee performance, ensuring both accountability and professional growth within their teams. This course provides law enforcement supervisors and leaders with the essential skills needed to foster collaboration, motivate personnel, navigate organizational dynamics, and lead confidently toward sustained success.

**COURSE IS LIMITED TO HARRIS COUNTY CONSTABLE PCT 4 PERSONNEL ONLY**

 Officers always have a firearm and these weapons play a large role in police work. Firearms by their very nature are destructive devices. Officers need to know safe, proper handling procedures for firearms to prevent unwanted catastrophes. This course introduces the basic principles of firearms handling and firearms safety. Participants will be introduced to basic marksmanship principles and firearms functions to include, loading/unloading, stoppage clearance, and the fundamental techniques for proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control. Students are required to bring their duty gear which includes but is not limited to their handgun, magazines, firearms holster properly paired with the firearm brought to class, magazine holders properly paired with the magazines brought to class, duty belt, inner belt, keepers, tool kits and cleaning kits appropriate for the weapon system brought to class, PPE (hearing protection, and eye protection). Students will be required to bring 250 rounds of ammunition. Course is approved for 8 TCOLE hours. COURSE IS LIMITED TO HARRIS COUNTY CONSTABLE PCT 4 PERSONNEL ONLY.

The SFST Refresher course focuses on enforcing alcohol-impaired driving. It is intended for law enforcement officers who have completed the NHTSA/IACP-approved DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Training Program. This course aims to improve the overall consistency of individual police officers' administration of the SFSTs. 

Please be sure you are fully aware of the Training Division Rules and Attire before registering for a course. If you have questions regarding a class, or need to modify/cancel your registration, please contact the Training Division