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The course is intended to advance instructor knowledge and understanding of student motivations and generational values in addition to advance the development of instructor skills in preparation, presentation, and overall competency in training. Students will learn modern methods for effectively training adults and techniques for creating a productive and thriving learning environment. This course meets TCOLE requirements for Advanced Instructor Course #1017. Students wishing to enroll in the course must meet the pre-requisites to attend the course (Basic Instructor Course TCOLE #1014).

ATTENDEES MUST HAVE THEIR TCIC USERNAME PRIOR TO ATTENDING

This course is for operators who perform TCIC/NCIC functions at any level lower than full access. Generally, this pertains to inquiry only, including mobile digital terminal (MDT) or laptop computer operators. It also covers information about driver license and vehicle registration. This course requires the TCIC/TLETS Operation Manual Part 1. Operators must receive this training within the first six months of assignment or employment, regardless of whether these duties are performed on a full-time or part-time basis. Course in order to comply with federal requirements, operators must re-certify within two years of certification or most recent re-certification date.

You will register using the below links:

nexTEST https://txletstraining.dps.texas.gov/nextest

Cornerstone: https://txdpslcms.csod.com/login/render.aspx?id=defaultclp

ATTENDEES MUST HAVE THEIR TCIC USERNAME PRIOR TO ATTENDING

This course is for operators who perform TCIC/NCIC functions at any level lower than full access. Generally, this pertains to inquiry only. It also covers navigation of the databases that are connected to the TLETS system such as administrative messages, driver license, vehicle registration, and instructions regarding proper procedures for broadcasting in the state and nationwide. This course requires the TCIC/TLETS Operation Manual Parts 1 - 2. Operators must receive this training within the first six months of assignment or employment, regardless of whether these duties are performed on a full-time or part-time basis. In order to comply with federal requirements, operators must recertify within two years of certification or most recent recertification date.

You will register using the below links:

nexTEST https://txletstraining.dps.texas.gov/nextest

Cornerstone: https://txdpslcms.csod.com/login/render.aspx?id=defaultclp

This course is for operators who perform all TCIC/NCIC functions, including inquiry, entry, modification, clearing, cancelling and III functions. It also covers navigation of the databases that are connected to the TLETS system such as administrative messages, driver license, vehicle registration and instructions regarding proper procedures for broadcasting in the state and nationwide. This course requires the TCIC/TLETS Operation Manual Parts 1-3. Operators must receive this training within the first six months of assignment or employment, regardless of whether these duties are performed on a full-time or part-time basis. In order to comply with federal requirements, operators must recertify within two years of certification or most recent recertification date.

You will register using the below links:

nexTEST https://txletstraining.dps.texas.gov/nextest

Cornerstone: https://txdpslcms.csod.com/login/render.aspx?id=defaultclp

Proper crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and documentation are key components to any criminal investigation. This course provides participants with information, techniques, and methods for conducting investigations ranging from general crime scene investigations to death investigations. Course instruction is through lecture and case review with emphasis on practical application.

Participant Must Provide

-Photo identification on the first day of class.

-Laptop or Tablet.

-Camera (Digital SLR or Mirrorless) 

Having proper skills to conduct a sobriety test is essential to successful DWI/DUI traffic enforcement. This update course is designed for existing Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Practitioners to receive a review of the latest updates in the SFST program. The primary purpose is to improve the overall consistency of administration of the SFSTs by individual police officers. Officers can refresh their skills with: Recognizing and interpreting evidence of DWI, Administering and interpreting the scientifically validated sobriety tests, Describing DWI evidence clearly and convincingly, Reviewing information regarding recent case law and research studies.