Basic Peace Officer Course

Course Description

Prerequisites

There are two tracks for enrollment in the Basic Peace Officer Course:

1. as a sponsored student
2. as an independent student

As part of enrollment in the Basic Peace Officer course, all students enrolled in Basic Peace Officer Academy 173 (Spring II 2023) must attend a Mandatory Orientation scheduled for April 20, 2023, 8 am-4 pm CST held at TEEX facilities. No exceptions.

All students are required to enroll through Blinn College along with completing registration through TEEX. Information can be found below under the “Enrollment Requirements: Steps to Registration” heading. Students wanting to use VA benefits may contact the Blinn Veterans Services Office at [email protected]. Please refer to this document concerning how to apply to Blinn College.

Note: Additional academy offerings (Fall 2023) are listed below in the “Other Information” heading.

Sponsored Student

A sponsored student is an individual paid and employed by a law enforcement agency.

Tuition: $2500

Non-refundable Application Fee (due when submitting application): $75

Spring II 2023 Important Dates

• We will start accepting applications on December 6, 2022.
• The deadline for submitting completed documents is March 6, 2023.

Documents to submit include:

• TEEX Participant Enrollment Agreement – Must download and open in Adobe Reader to complete and sign the agreement
• TCOLE Declaration of Licensing Course Enrollment Eligibility (DOLCEE) Form
• TCOLE Law Enforcement Agency Audit Checklist
• Registration Form
• Bacterial Meningitis Information (Required for applicants 21 and younger)
• C-1 PID Assignment (Required only if you want TEEX to issue PID)

Independent Student

An independent student is an individual not sponsored by an agency and is responsible for course tuition and fees.

Requirements include:

• Participant must be at least 21 years of age before the class end date (course is 20 weeks)
• Must meet TCOLE minimum standards for licensing as defined by TCOLE rule 217.1

Tuition: $5800

Non-refundable Application Fee (due when submitting application): $75

Spring II 2023 Important Dates

• We will start accepting applications on December 6, 2022.
• The deadline for submitting completed documents is March 6, 2023.

Documents to submit include: (Note: Most of these documents will not be valid if dated 180 days prior to the academy start date.)

• TEEX Participant Enrollment Agreement – Must download and open in Adobe Reader to complete and sign the agreement
• Declaration of Eligibility
• C-1 PID Assignment
• L-2 Declaration of Medical Condition (Integrity Urgent Care 979-703-1832)
• L-3 Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health (Dr. Roy Luepnitz, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist Phone 979-260-6700, email: [email protected])
• TCOLE Fast Form Background Check
• Bacterial Meningitis Information (Required for applicants 21 and younger)
• Registration Form
• Personal History Statement (Has additional documentation requirements listed)
• Copy of Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record (Type AR)

Enrollment Requirements: Steps to Registration

1. Select the available link as applicable to the Basic Peace Officer Academy offering you desire to attend. Pay the $75 registration fee and complete your registration.
2. Drop off all completed application materials at TEEX ILEPSE 1500 4th Street, Texas A&M-RELLIS Building 7751, Bryan, TX 77807 before March 6, 2023 (for Spring II 2023).
   • Note: We will need a sufficient amount of time to make sure all paperwork is correct, so it is advised that you drop off materials well before this date.
3. The Central Texas Police Academy (CTPA) team will reach out to you via email and send you information about registering through Blinn College and update you on your application packet status.

Course Completion Requirements

Participant Must Provide

• A photo identification on the first day of class. See the Participant Handbook for approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.

Equipment

• Notebook paper (8.5″ x 11″) and notebook dividers (minimum 33)
• Blue or black ink pens, red ink pen, highlighters, #2 pencils
• Duty belt
• Handgun and secure holster- thumb-break style
• Minimum of two-speed loaders or three magazines
• Handcuffs and key (Smith & Wesson, Peerless, Hiatts, etc.) and handcuff case
• Speedloader pouch or double magazine pouch
• Straight flashlight (Mag-lite, Surefire, Stream Light, etc.) and flashlight holder
• Belt keepers (minimum of four)

Attire

• Black shoes or boots that can be polished
• Athletic gear must be brought the first day of class and each day thereafter consisting of:
• Athletic shoes
• Towel
• Toiletries (Shower Shoes)
• Uniform requirements will be sent via email once accepted to the academy

Attendance Requirements

Class attendance is an essential part of the education process, and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. A cadet is expected to attend and participate in all BPOC training sessions. An absence is defined as not attending class for any reason. No distinction is made between excused or unexcused absences.

Participants in a TCOLE credit course must complete the class in its entirety to receive TCOLE credit.

Recommended

Equipment

• Small dictionary
• Law dictionary
• Gear bag
• Solid navy-colored sweatpants and sweatshirt
• Solid black beanie 

Topics

• Texas Penal Code
• Report writing
• Arrest procedures
• Criminal investigations
• Self-defense techniques
• Firearms training
• Crime scene investigation
• Traffic enforcement and investigations
• Patrol tactics
• Emergency vehicle operation
• Physical fitness training
• Firearms training
• Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

Suggested Audience

• Anyone who is interested in becoming a Texas peace officer

Continuing Education And Professional Credits

Note: Live Online Instructor-Led (webinar) courses are not eligible for TCOLE credit.

• 800.00 hours – Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

Other Information

The Basic Peace Officer Course is also available as an evening option.

Bryan/College Station Texas Training Facilities

• Emergency Vehicle Driving Track
• Firearms Range
• Live-Fire Shoot House
• Simulation Prop Houses
• Wiatt Building and Circuit Training Exercise Track

Spring I 2023, Basic Peace Officer Academy 172nd Important Dates:

• Open Enrollment                                 September 5, 2022
• Application Packet Deadline               December 5, 2022
• Orientation (mandatory)                      January 18, 2023             8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Academy Start Date                           January 23, 2023              7:30 am
• Academy Graduation                          May 31, 2023                   5:00 pm

Spring II 2023, Basic Peace Officer Academy 173rd Important Dates:

• Open Enrollment                                 December 6, 2022
• Application Packet Deadline               March 6, 2023
• Orientation (mandatory)                      April 20, 2023                   8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Academy Start Date                           April 24, 2023                   7:30 am
• Academy Graduation                          August 31, 2023              5:00 pm

Fall 2023, Basic Peace Officer Academy 174th Important Dates:

• Open Enrollment                                 April 10, 2023
• Application Packet Deadline               June 12, 2023
• Orientation (mandatory)                      July 27, 2023                   8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Academy Start Date                           July 31, 2023                   7:30 am
• Academy Graduation                          December 6, 2023          5:00 pm

Note: All students must also enroll through Blinn College. Please refer to the “Prerequisites” heading above for additional information.

Sallie Mae funding is now available as a funding source to be able to attend the Basic Peace Officer Course. Follow the instructions to apply for Sallie Mae funding:

1. Go to https://www.salliemae.com
2. Click on “Apply for a loan”
3. Select what best defines you: Student or Cosigner
4. Select the type of loan that best describes that type of program your loan is for
5. From the State drop-down select “Texas”
6. Type in “Texas A&M University – Engineering Extension Services, College Station, Tx 00363298”
7. Complete the remaining Sallie Mae application process

Note: Approval criteria are based on Sallie Mae’s rules. TEEX has no influence on outcomes. Approved loans must be finalized no later than 45 calendar days before the start of the class to ensure your funds are credited in time to complete your registration.

Regarding VA Educational Benefits: GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

Government Programs

• VA Education Benefit eligible, contact [email protected] or call (877) 833-9638