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Mar
16, 2026
Mon
1014-Basic Instructor Course (Robertson County | March 16-20, 2026)
Available Seats: 10 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
March 16, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Robertson County Sheriff’s Office 1006 W Hwy 79, Franklin, TX 77856 Training Room
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
Mar
17, 2026
Tue
3737-New Supervisor Course (Balcones Heights, TX | March 17-20, 2026)
Available Seats: 9 of 20
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 32
Dates:
March 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Balcones Heights Police Department | 3300 Hillcrest Drive, Balcones Heights, TX 78201
This course has been revised and is required for all newly promoted supervisors; this course teaches the basics for making the transition from line officer to supervisor
Mar
23, 2026
Mon
3737-New Supervisor Course (Corpus Christi, TX | March 23-26, 2026)
Available Seats: 6 of 20
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 32
Dates:
March 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 24, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 25, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 26, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: CCPA 5902 Yorktown Blvd. Corpus Christi, TX 78414
This course has been revised and is required for all newly promoted supervisors; this course teaches the basics for making the transition from line officer to supervisor
Mar
30, 2026
Mon
1014-Basic Instructor Course (Missouri City, TX | March 30 - April 3, 2026)
Available Seats: 13 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
March 30, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 31, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 1, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 2, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 3, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Missouri City Police Department, 3849 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, TX 77459
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
Apr
7, 2026
Tue
6023 Background Investigations (Robertson County | April 7-8, 2026)
Available Seats: 14 of 25
Cost: $100.00
Credit Hours: 12
Dates:
April 7, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
April 8, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Robertson County Sheriff's Office 1006 W US Highway 79 Franklin, TX 77856
TCOLE 6023 This 12-hour course Texas provides information on conduct a thorough pre-employment background investigation prior to appointing an applicant as a Texas Peace Officer, Jailer or Telecommunicator. This course is designed to guide investigators through a proper process to satisfy TCOLE background requirements.

Day 1 (8am-4pm) Day 2 (8am-Noon)
Apr
13, 2026
Mon
1014-Basic Instructor Course (Leander, TX | April 13-17, 2026)
Available Seats: 10 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
April 13, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 14, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 15, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 16, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Leander Police Department 705 Leander Drive Leander, TX 78641
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
Apr
20, 2026
Mon
2106-(ICC) Crime Scene Investigations (Buffalo, TX | April 20-23, 2026)
Available Seats: 25 of 25
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
April 20, 2026 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
April 21, 2026 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
April 22, 2026 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
April 23, 2026 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Buffalo City Hall | 812 N. Buffalo Avenue, Buffalo, TX 75831
The Intermediate Crime Scene Search Course is designed to provide additional information on this subject area. This course is one of the seven courses required for Intermediate certification. It is not meant to override department policy and current laws. This is a hands on working course. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements #2106 Class is four - 10 hour days
Apr
20, 2026
Mon
3737-New Supervisor Course (Hillsboro, TX | April 20-23, 2026)
Available Seats: 5 of 20
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 32
Dates:
April 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Hillsboro DPS 303 N. Waco St. Hillsboro, TX 76645
This course has been revised and is required for all newly promoted supervisors; this course teaches the basics for making the transition from line officer to supervisor
Apr
27, 2026
Mon
2070-Intermediate Crash Investigations (Corpus Christi, TX | April 27 - May 1, 2026)
Available Seats: 20 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
April 27, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 28, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 29, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
April 30, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 1, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Corpus Christi Police Department, 6902 Yorktown Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
This Intermediate Traffic Collision Investigation Course is designed for law enforcement officers to advance their skills in crash investigations and prepares the student to attend the Advanced Crash Investigation course. 40 TCOLE Hours Students will need a scientific Calculator for this course. Space is limited so sign up today.
May
13, 2026
Wed
6023 Background Investigations (Winnsboro, TX | May 13-14, 2026)
Available Seats: 23 of 25
Cost: $100.00
Credit Hours: 12
Dates:
May 13, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
May 14, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Christus Mother Francis Hospital Training Room, 719 W. Coke, Winnsboro, TX 75494
TCOLE 6023 This 12-hour course Texas provides information on conduct a thorough pre-employment background investigation prior to appointing an applicant as a Texas Peace Officer, Jailer or Telecommunicator. This course is designed to guide investigators through a proper process to satisfy TCOLE background requirements.

Day 1 (8am-4pm) Day 2 (8am-Noon)
May
18, 2026
Mon
1014 Basic Instructor Course (Amarillo, TX | May 18-22, 2026)
Available Seats: 0 of 18
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
May 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Amarillo College Public Safety Academy 3891 Plains Blvd. Amarillo, TX 79102
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
May
18, 2026
Mon
1014-Basic Instructor Course (Hillsboro, TX | May 18 - 22, 2026)
Available Seats: 13 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
May 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Hillsboro Police Department | 303 N Waco, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
Instructor: S. Meissner

Instructor Contact: ronald.meissner@tmpa.org
May
26, 2026
Tue
3702-Field Training Officer (FTO) Course (Robertson County | May 26-28, 2026)
Available Seats: 24 of 25
Cost: $150.00
Credit Hours: 24
Dates:
May 26, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 27, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 28, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Robertson County Sheriff’s Office 1006 W Hwy 79, Franklin, TX 77856 Training Room
This course teaches instructors how to provide supervised field training for new recruits in any law enforcement discipline. The course is designed to provide training guidance and training aspects to future Field Training Officers in the area of law enforcement, including peace officers, jailers, telecommunication operators, and correction officers. Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer, Note taking material, current copy of students' agency FTO policy and forms
Jun
1, 2026
Mon
3737-New Supervisor Course (Robertson County | June 1-4, 2026)
Available Seats: 20 of 20
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 32
Dates:
June 1, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
June 2, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
June 3, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
June 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Robertson County Sheriff's Office, 1006 W US Hwy 79, Franklin, TX 77856
This course has been revised and is required for all newly promoted supervisors; this course teaches the basics for making the transition from line officer to supervisor
Jun
16, 2026
Tue
3702-Field Training Officer (FTO) Course (Coryell County | June 16-18, 2026)
Available Seats: 25 of 25
Cost: $150.00
Credit Hours: 24
Dates:
June 16, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
June 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
June 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Gatesville Civic Center, 301 Veterans Memorial Loop, Gatesville, TX 76528 | Hosted by the Coryell County Sheriff's Office
This course teaches instructors how to provide supervised field training for new recruits in any law enforcement discipline. The course is designed to provide training guidance and training aspects to future Field Training Officers in the area of law enforcement, including peace officers, jailers, telecommunication operators, and correction officers. Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer, Note taking material, current copy of students' agency FTO policy and forms
Aug
10, 2026
Mon
2070-Advanced Crash Investigations (Jersey Village, TX | August 10-21, 2026)
Available Seats: 20 of 20
Cost: $350.00
Credit Hours: 80
Dates:
August 10, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 11, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 12, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 13, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 14, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Jersey Village Police Department, 16401 Lakeview Dr, Jersey Village, TX 77040, Park in the adjacent parking lot next to the Police Department
This Advanced Traffic Collision Investigation Course is designed for experienced law enforcement officers who have already completed an intermediate accident investigation training. The course builds on foundational skills and introduces advanced techniques for analyzing and reconstructing traffic collisions, especially those involving serious injuries or fatalities. Students will need a scientific Calculator for this course. Space is limited so sign up today.
Aug
24, 2026
Mon
1014-Basic Instructor Course (Crowell, TX | August 24-28, 2026)
Available Seats: 18 of 20
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
August 24, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 25, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 26, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 27, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 28, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Crowell Activity Center at 110 South Main Street, Crowell, TX 79227
Student Required Equipment: Laptop computer with PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva (or similar), Note taking material, Class "C" uniform (or higher) or business casual attire for Friday. The Basic Police Instructor Course (TCOLE #1014) is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators with at least two years of experience to become effective instructors. The course covers essential topics such as:
- Instructional techniques: Developing effective teaching methods and strategies.
- Lesson planning: Creating structured and engaging lesson plans.
- Communication skills: Enhancing verbal and non-verbal communication for better classroom management.
- Evaluation methods: Assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
Upon successful completion, participants will be certified to instruct within their agencies and training academies.
Aug
31, 2026
Mon
3737-New Supervisor Course (Greenville, TX | August 31-September 3, 2026)
Available Seats: 19 of 20
Cost: $200.00
Credit Hours: 32
Dates:
August 31, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
September 1, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
September 2, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
September 3, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Greenville Police Department, 3000 Lee St, Greenville, TX 75401
This course has been revised and is required for all newly promoted supervisors; this course teaches the basics for making the transition from line officer to supervisor
Sep
21, 2026
Mon
1017 Advanced Instructor Course (Pearland, TX | September 21-25, 2026)
Available Seats: 11 of 12
Cost: $250.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
September 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 24, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 25, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
TMPA
Room: Pearland Police Department, 2555 Cullen Parkway, Pearland, TX 77584
The TCOLE Advanced Instructor Certification Course is designed to advance instructor knowledge and understanding of student motivations and generational values as well as advance the development of instructor skills in preparation, presentation, and overall competency in training. Most have been a Basic Instructor for a minimum of 2 years to apply.

For questions contact training@tmpa.org To notify training you are late due to traffic or an emergency, call 800-848-2088

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