Class Schedule

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CANINE ENCOUNTERS #4065

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

CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING #1850

With increasing frequency, law enforcement is being called upon to respond to individuals in serious mental health crises. It is necessary for law enforcement personnel to understand mental illness, and the tactics and techniques that have been proven to work most effectively when responding to individuals in these situations. These tactics and techniques are different than those routinely taught to officers to manage conflict. Generally, the underlying elements behind mental illness-related behavior, is usually not criminal or malicious. Utilizing the information from this course, and implementing effective strategies can help keep the officer safe, keep the public safe, and greatly reduce civil liability. For officers licensed after April1, 2018, who have not had this new Crisis Intervention Training as part of their BPOC, this is a required course and must be taken within two years of license issuance. For officers who were licensed before April 1, 2018, this is 40hour new required course to be completed no later than the second anniversary of the date the officer is licensed or the date an officer applies for an intermediate proficiency certificate, whichever date is earlier. This course must be completed every 4 years until obtaining your Master Peace Officer certification. Course is approved for 40 TCOLE hours.

DE-ESCALATION TECHNIQUES #1849

Participants will learn de-escalation techniques to limit the use of force in public interactions. This course is required for any officer holding a basic proficiency certificate (at least once every 48 months), as a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, and as a requirement for an advanced certificate. This requirement is in effect as of April 1, 2018. This course is approved for 8 TCOLE hours and meets TCOLE requirements for De-Escalation Techniques Course #1849.

FINDING WELLNESS #4202

This course is designed to teach law enforcement professionals the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness, and to break down the stigma of mental health in the law enforcement profession.  First responders are routinely exposed to high stress situations and this course is designed to give law enforcement professionals guidance on how their body and brain work together and against each other. Course is approved for 8 TCOLE hours. COURSE IS LIMITED TO PRECINCT 4 PERSONNEL ONLY

INTERACTING WITH DRIVERS WHO ARE DEAF / HARD OF HEARING #7887

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.

NEW SUPERVISOR COURSE #3737

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

 

This course is mandated by TCOLE to provide the student with the information to be prepared as a new supervisor.  This course meets the requirements for compliance with 1701.352 Occupations Code for new supervisor training. Pre-Requisites: Individuals assigned to their first supervisory role. Per HB 3211, “….a peace officer who is appointed or will be appointed to the officer’s first supervisory position must receive in-service training on supervision…no earlier than the 12th month before the date of that appointment or later than the first anniversary of the date of that appointment.” (COURSE IS LIMITED TO HARRIS COUNTY CONSTABLE PCT 4 PERSONNEL ONLY)

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Harris County Constable Pct. 4 Training Division
 330 Meadowfern Dr.
2nd Floor
Houston, TX 77067

phone 832-927-6190

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