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Start Date End Date Location Class Number  
8/2/10 12/3/10 Bryan ,TX USA LS TPA100 6 [register] [details]
2/7/11 6/10/11 Bryan ,TX USA LS TPA100 7 [register] [details]
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division to get the latest schedule.

Course Description


TPA100 - Basic Peace Officer Course - Day - 728.00 Hours

Prerequisites

Participant must be at least 21 years of age before the class end date and meet TCLEOSE minimum standards for licensing. Submit the following completed documents 30 days prior to class start date:
  • Letter of Admission for Police Academy
  • TCLEOSE A-1 Form
  • L-2 Declaration of Medical Condition
  • L-3 Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health
  • Fastform Background Check
  • Registration Form

    Description

    The Central Texas Police Academy (CTPA) delivers the Basic Peace Officer course. Participants receive classroom training designed to ready each student for the state licensing examination and engage in hands-on, practical training to better prepare them for the rigors of police work. The Basic Peace Officer Course is also available as an evening option.
    CTPA Frequently Asked Questions

    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

    Audience

    Anyone who is interested in becoming a Texas peace officer

    Other Information

    Participants are required to bring the following list of items to class:

  • Notebook paper (8 1/2" x 11")and notebook dividers (minimum 33)
  • Blue or black ink pens, red ink pen, highlighters, #2 pencils
  • Small dictionary, law dictionary (optional)
  • Gear bag (recommended)
  • Duty belt
  • Handgun and secure holster - thumb-break style
  • Minimum of 2 speed loaders or 3 magazines
  • Handcuffs and key (Smith & Wesson, Peerless, Hiatts, etc.)and handcuff case
  • Speed loader pouch or double magazine pouch
  • Straight flashlight (Mag-lite, Surefire, Stream Light, etc.)and flashlight holder
  • Belt keepers (minimum of 4)
  • Black shoes or boots that can be polished
  • Athletic gear consisting of navy-colored shorts or sweats; athletic shoes and towel must be brought the first day of class and each day thereafter. White t-shirt will be worn for PT prior to academy t-shirts being worn.
  • The required pants for the uniform are Dickies brand #874 Khaki pants. They are available from Wal-Mart and other common vendors for less than $20.00/pair. It is recommended that the student purchase at least three pair.

    • For more information
    Call 800-423-8433 toll free

    Price
    Please click on "details" above for individual class pricing.

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