About TEEX

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in the delivery of emergency response, homeland security and workforce training, exercises, technical assistance, and economic development.

The agency operates a comprehensive emergency preparedness and infrastructure training campus, which includes some of the world’s top facilities for hands-on training. Courses are conducted by instructors, many of whom are recognized experts in their respective fields. TEEX offers on-site, customized training and services to businesses and industries, municipalities and public agencies across the globe.

Home to the National Emergency Response and Rescue Training Center, TEEX also sponsors the elite Texas Task Force 1 urban search and rescue team. A state extension training agency, TEEX is a member of The Texas A&M University System.

Comprehensive Training Provider

Leveraging more than 80 years of extension training experience, TEEX efforts contribute to:

• fire safety and enhanced emergency response
• cleaner drinking water
• better roads and infrastructure
• enhanced homeland security
• safer workplaces
• improved public safety and security
• therapeutics manufacturing
• cybersecurity

Major TEEX programs

• fire and rescue
• infrastructure and safety
• law enforcement
• economic and workforce development
• homeland security

Download At A Glance : TEEX for a printed overview of the services offered.

Mission

TEEX develops a skilled and trained workforce that enhances public safety, security, and economic growth of the state and the nation through training, technical assistance, and emergency response.

Vision

TEEX will be recognized as a service oriented agency that improves the lives of people by helping them provide safe communities and economic opportunity.

Strategic plan

The Fiscal Years 2011 – 2015 TEEX Strategic Plan charts a course for TEEX that complements the Texas A&M University System Strategic Plan, while recognizing and preparing for the unique challenges and opportunities the future holds.