Basic Peace Officer
Police Academy
Quick Program Facts
- Continuing Education Certificate: 768 certificate hours
- Number of courses: 5
- Accreditation: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
- Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
- Campus: Law Enforcement Training Facility at TCC Northwest
Program Description
Our Police Academy program is designed to train and certify you to be a police officer in the state of Texas.
Credentials in Detail
After completing this program, you will take the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Licensing Exam at our testing center.
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.
For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
Course List
How to Apply
This program is offered through TCC's Law Enforcement Academy.
For information about admission requirements and the application process:
Contact
Northwest Campus
Law Enforcement Academy — Public Safety Training Center
Sha King
Basic Peace Officer Coordinator
Call 817-515-7370
Email sha.king2@tccd.edu
Northwest Campus
Law Enforcement Academy — Public Safety Training Center
Rafael Perea
In-Service Program Coordinator
Call 817-515-7217
Email rafael.perea@tccd.edu
Updated April 02, 2024