COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The Advanced Instructor Certification Course is designed to elevate the skills and effectiveness of certified law enforcement instructors in accordance with TCOLE Rule §221.28. This course focuses on understanding student motivation, generational differences, and enhancing instructional strategies for impactful training delivery.
Participants must:
SPECIAL NOTES:
Dress for this course is business casual. Students should wear their uniform or a topic appropriate professional dress style for their final presentation.
A laptop is required for this course. It must have Microsoft Word and Power Point on it and the ability to connect to Wi-Fi.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Wendy Sheriff retired from the Garland Police Department after 28 years of service. Wendy has held the positions of Patrol Officer, Neighborhood Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer, Sexual Assault and Family Violence Detective and Homeless Liaison Officer. Wendy also served as an Adjunct Professor for Dallas College Law Enforcement. Wendy is a Master Peace Officer and is a licensed Advanced Instructor. Wendy is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and Mental Health. Wendy is a US Army Veteran, having served for nine years with tours in Panama, Honduras, Germany, Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
Crime Prevention 2101 introduces students to the concepts of physical security and basic problem solving for law enforcement. Student will learn the basics of target hardening, and crime prevention. The student will be expected to conduct a student presentation as well as identify the following:
40 Hours | Exam Required | Home Security Survey & Hardware Store Visit | Student Presentation
Crime Prevention 2103 is an introduction to Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design. The student will learn the basic concepts of CPTED and how they are applied in a security plan. The student will be able to identify the following:
24 hours | Student Project | CPTED Survey Checklist | Student Presentation
This 40-hour Crisis Intervention Training course focuses on essential principles, officer safety strategies, and effective communication techniques for interacting with individuals experiencing mental illness during crisis situations. The course enhances participants’ understanding of de-escalation across a wide range of crisis encounters, including instruction in the LEAPS model, active listening methods, and effective management of crisis scenes.
Instruction is delivered by experienced subject matter experts and includes opportunities for open discussion, questions, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants will engage with peers to explore best practices and share real-world experiences to strengthen learning outcomes.
The training incorporates a balanced mix of classroom instruction, scenario-based role-playing, and facilitated group discussions. Students will actively participate through both verbal engagement and practical exercises. Emphasis is placed on developing and applying de-escalation skills, as well as conducting assessments for appropriate follow-up actions, including Peace Officer’s Emergency Detention (POED).
The course meets all required learning objectives for the 40-hour Crisis Intervention Training (TCOLE Course #1850). Completion is mandatory by the earlier of the officer’s second licensing anniversary or the date the officer applies for an intermediate proficiency certificate.
Crime Prevention 2102 covers commercial security and the TCPA Security Assessment. This course is more advanced and goes deeper into commercial applications of security and the power of prevention. The student will be able to identify the following:
40 Hours | Exam Required | TCPA Security Assessment Project | Student Presentation
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) for Schools provides detailed guidance to help students with practical strategies to enhance campus safety. Participants learn to implement layered, tiered approaches that reduce risks and strengthen physical spaces by improving visibility, managing access, and promoting natural surveillance to deter crime.
24 hours | CPTED Survey Checklist | Team Presentation | Course Exam
CPTED for Schools Training Overview
Length: 3 days (24 total hours), 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: $250 per participant for members; $350 for non-members (includes a one-year TCPA membership)
The ALERRT Level 1 (TCOLE 3311) course is a hands-on training program designed to teach first responders how to handle active shooter situations. The course helps them learn how to isolate, distract, and stop a shooter effectively.
It covers the basics of what happens during an active shooter event and combines classroom lessons with practical exercises that mimic real-life situations. Participants are trained to stay calm under pressure, make quick decisions, and act fast to stop threats.
The course teaches important skills like shooting while moving, evaluating situations quickly, working as a team, entering rooms safely, and handling different approaches. By the end of the ALERRT Level 1 training, first responders will have the skills and knowledge to deal with active shooter situations effectively.
Senate Bill SB1852:
Senate Bill 1852, in effect September 1, 2023, essentially mandates the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) to adjust the minimum training requirements so that all Texas Peace Officers must attend a minimum of 16 hours of ALERRT active shooter training per 2-year training cycle. The bill also amends sections of the Occupations and Education Codes which govern law enforcement continuing education.
See the actual bill here: SB1852 These ALERRT Courses count for the mandate:
Dress Code: Dress as if you were on duty responding to an Active Shooter
The Basic Instructor Certification course is a comprehensive 40-hour program designed to prepare Texas peace officers, jailers, or telecommunicators (with at least two years of experience in their field) to become effective instructors within their agencies and training academies. This course covers the fundamental principles of adult learning, instructional design, and effective communication techniques necessary to deliver engaging and informative training sessions.
Students will learn how to develop lesson plans, create training materials, proper use of instructional aids and technology, and employ a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles. The course also emphasizes the importance of ethical standards in training, the role of the instructor in promoting a positive learning environment, and strategies for assessing student performance.
Students must demonstrate the basic knowledge and skills required to effectively instruct a lesson during two teaching exercises. A written exam will be given on the last day of class in which students must score a minimum of 70% to complete the course.
Upon successful completion, students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge required to effectively deliver TCOLE-mandated training programs and contribute to the professional development of their peers.
The 51st Annual Texas Crime Prevention Association Conference will take place on July 20-23, 2026, at the Omni Corpus Christi located 900 N Shoreline Blvd Corpus Christi, TX 78401. The 2026 conference provides continuing training education for Crime Prevention Specialists and Security Professionals as well as allows for the exchange of Crime Prevention programs that have been successful throughout the nation.
Crime Prevention Specialists must successfully complete an update course or be assigned primarily as a crime prevention specialist by the appointing chief administrator once every two years in order to maintain their proficiency pursuant to the TCOLE §221.39 standard. The conference agenda will be posted upon completion.
The Omni Corpus Christi will be offering TCPA a special group rate (TBD) if booked prior to (TBD). Room rates are available (TBD) based on room availability.
2026 EXHIBITOR SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS
2026 Conference Training Agenda
Our Mission
To encourage the prevention of crime through coordinated and concentrated efforts, and through programs and functions that encourage citizen involvement and participation, to preserve safe environments and communities for the citizens of Texas.
