Veterans Benefits

From service with the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force or Coast Guard, the path for veterans looking for a new career begins with training in one of the many certificate programs approved for VA education benefits at TEEX. A dedicated veterans liaison will explain choices including one-week to nine-month training programs for careers in public service and in private industry. Step-by-step assistance helps choose among fast-track options to join the workforce sooner. Programs do not require a college degree. Courses include firefighting, law enforcement, emergency medical technician and paramedic, unexploded ordinance, certified safety and health official, and CNC machinist. Instructors with real-world experience provide the hands-on training. One out of every six TEEX employees is a veteran, making it the best place to explore post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits and other veteran programs on the way to a new career.

Visit Veterans Benefits Resources to get started for enrolling in one of our VA education benefit-approved courses.

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Central Texas Police Academy

Division	Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type
PUBLICSAFETY	TPA100	Basic Peace Officer Course	TPA100 - Basic Peace Officer Course *Registration: If you are interested in applying please scroll down to download all the necessary paperwork. We will start accepting applications September 30, 2019. Completed packets need to be hand delivered or mailed to our offices prior to December 9, 2019.* Peace Officers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the public. The Central Texas Police Academy (CTPA) delivers a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Basic Peace Officer course leading to Texas Peace Officer licensing. Participants receive classroom training designed to prepare each student for the state licensing examination and engage in hands-on training to better acquaint them to the rigors of police work. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Course #1000643 & 101. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services Excellence Phone: (979) 845-6677 Email: ilepse@teex.tamu.edu
PUBLICSAFETY	TPA110	Basic Peace Officer Course - Night	TPA110 - Basic Peace Officer Course - Night Peace Officers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the public. The Central Texas Police Academy (CTPA) delivers a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved Basic Peace Officer course leading to Texas Peace Officer licensing. Participants receive classroom training designed to prepare each student for the state licensing examination and engage in hands-on training to better acquaint them to the rigors of police work. This course is 36 weeks in duration and meets Monday - Thursday 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. and every other Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Course #1000643 & 101. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services Excellence Phone: (979) 845-6677 Email: ilepse@teex.tamu.edu

Emergency Medical Services

Division	Course Number	Title	Description
ESTI	EMS110	Emergency Medical Technician Basic	EMS110 - Emergency Medical Technician Basic Are you ready to start a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? The initial certification EMT-Basic program may be your answer. Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds minimum hours and content established by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The course includes 144 hours of classroom lectures and hands-on skills, with 112 hours of field/clinical internship experiences. Students successfully completing the didactic and clinical components of this program will be eligible to receive a course completion certificate and sit for the National Registry Cognitive Exam. This course is also offered during the day as EMS115. Please note: Background checks are required for clinical and field rotations. Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services or other certifying entity is independent of the TEEX EMS program and its training. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: 9794582998 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	EMS115	Emergency Medical Technician Basic	EMS115 - Emergency Medical Technician Basic Are you ready to start a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? The initial certification EMT-Basic program maybe your answer. Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds minimum hours and content established by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The course includes 144 hours of classroom lectures and hands-on skills, with 112 hours of field/clinical internship experiences. Students successfully completing the didactic and clinical components of this program will be eligible to receive a course completion certificate and sit for the National Registry Cognitive Exam. This course is also offered at night as EMS110. Please note: Background checks are required for clinical and field rotations. Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services or other certifying entity is independent of the TEEX EMS program and its training. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: 9794582998 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	EMS130	Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic	EMS130 - Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Do you want to advance your Emergency Medical Service (EMS) career to the next level? The TEEX Paramedic Program is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds minimum hours and content established by DSHS. This slower paced night course includes: 153 hours of online co-requisite courses 280 hours of classroom lectures and hands-on skills 600 hours of field/clinical internship experiences Students successfully completing didactic and clinical components of this program will be eligible to receive a course completion certificate and take the National Registry Cognitive and Psychomotor exams. A fast track paramedic program, EMS135, is also available. Please note: Background checks are required for clinical and field rotations. Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services or other certifying entity is independent of the TEEX EMS program and its training. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: 9794582998 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	EMS135	Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic	EMS135 - Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Do you want to advance your Emergency Medical Service (EMS) career to the next level? The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) approved paramedic program holds a Committee on Accreditation for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP) Letter of Review, which allows our paramedic students to test for the National Registry. Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds minimum hours and content established by DSHS. This fast-paced day course includes: 153 hours of online co-requisite courses 280 classroom lectures and hands-on skills 600 hours of field/clinical internship experiences. Students successfully completing didactic and clinical components of this program are eligible to receive a course completion certificate and take the National Registry Cognitive and Psychomotor exams. A slower-paced night class, EMS130, is also available. Please note: Background checks are required for clinical and field rotations. Certification by the Texas Department of State Health Services or other certifying entity is independent of the TEEX EMS program and its training. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: 9794582998 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu

Fire Instructor

Division	Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type
ESTI	INS100	NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I	INS100 - NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service instructors. The course meets or exceeds the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4. The target audience for this course includes the Department of Defense (DoD), Industrial Brigade, and/or Municipal personnel. The Fire Instructor I course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the National Professional Qualifications System (Pro Board), the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) and/or State Firemen's and Fire Marshals' Association (SFFMA). The course is formatted around classroom lectures, group activities, and individual presentations. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Robert Barron Training Manager Phone: 9798455562 Email: robert.barron@teex.tamu.edu

Firefighter Recruit Entry Level Academy

Division	Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type
ESTI	RFT001	Fire Training Academy	RFT001 - Fire Training Academy PLEASE NOTE that online registration is not available for the traditional academy. You must complete a registration packet and submit all required documents by mail. TEEX Fire Training Academy prepares you for success as an entry-level firefighter. This is a 12-week program consisting of classroom and hands-on field application training. Our cadets must excel academically, demonstrate exceptional teamwork and leadership skills, and establish professional behavior. This program meets or exceeds all requirements set by the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, as well as NFPA 472, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents. Why Choose the Traditional Face-to-Face Fire Recruit Academy Full course information and schedule Contact Information David Rosier Training Manager Phone: 9794580021 Email: david.rosier@teex.tamu.edu

Hazardous Materials

Division	Course Number	Title	Description
ESTI	HAZ008	NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Incident Command Training	HAZ008 - NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Incident Command Training This course meets or exceeds the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents Chapter 8, “Competencies for Incident Commanders,” and Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR 1910.120 (q)(6)(v) for Incident Command-level personnel. Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the required written and skills tests receive a National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) certification. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Nick Hickson HazMat Training Manager Phone: 9794583640 Email: nicholas.hickson@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	HAZ013	NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness Training	HAZ013 - NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness Training This course meets the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents Chapter 4, “Competencies for Awareness Level Personnel and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (q)(6)(i) for Awareness-level personnel Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam for NFPA Chapter 4 Competencies for Awareness-level personnel. The exam is provided at the end of training. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Nick Hickson HazMat Training Manager Phone: 9794583640 Email: nicholas.hickson@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	HAZ014	NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Training	HAZ014 - NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Training This course meets or exceeds the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents Chapter 5, “Core Competencies for Operations Level Responders,” and Chapter 6.2, “Mission-Specific Competencies: Personal Protective Equipment,” and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (q)(6)(ii) for Operations-level personnel. Upon completion of this course, you are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing for NFPA Chapters 5 and 6.2 competencies for Operations-level personnel. This course consists of both classroom and field exercises. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Nick Hickson HazMat Training Manager Phone: 9794583640 Email: nicholas.hickson@teex.tamu.edu
ESTI	HAZ029	NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Transportation Specialist Training	HAZ029 - NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Transportation Specialist Training This course meets or exceeds the qualifications for National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents Chapters 12, 13, and 14 which train specialists to respond to tank car, cargo tank, and intermodal tank incidents. Upon completion of this course students are eligible to take the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) written exam and skills testing for NFPA Chapters 12, 13, and 14. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Nick Hickson HazMat Training Manager Phone: 9794583640 Email: nicholas.hickson@teex.tamu.edu

Lineman Academy

Division	Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type
PRT	EPP700	Lineman Academy	EPP700 - Lineman Academy PLEASE NOTE online registration is not available. You must provide prerequisite information, complete all required documentation, and submit via fax or mail. To protect your sensitive personal information, please do not email forms/documentation. The Lineman Academy at Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is designed to provide to students a comprehensive training experience utilizing the best work methods, equipment, tools, and standards. The Academy offers classroom and hands-on field training with a real-world approach delivered by high-quality curriculum, experienced instructors, and specialized equipment and facilities. Upon completion of the Academy, students will be qualified in equipment operation and pole climbing. They will receive their Basic First Aid and CPR Certification, their OSHA 10-Hour ET&D Construction Card, and be eligible to apply for their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Students will also be given the opportunity to enter the job market prepared with the knowledge, skills, and abilities prospective employers within the electric power industry require. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Infrastructure Training & Safety Institute<BR> OSHA Training Institute Education Center Phone: (979) 458-9188 Email: itsi@teex.tamu.edu

Marine Firefighting

Division	Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type
ESTI	MAR003	Combined Basic & Advanced Fire Fighting (TXEESTI-125)	MAR003 - Combined Basic & Advanced Fire Fighting (TXEESTI-125) The Combined Marine Firefighting course uses both classroom based lecture and hands-on training to provide you with the skills necessary to effectively lead an emergency response team aboard a merchant vessel or offshore facility. You will be assigned to various positions on emergency response teams and will be asked to respond to different live-fire situations as an organized unit. As part of an attack team and scene leader, you will assess the situation, decide on a course of action and implement chosen tactics to successfully control the incident. This course satisfies the requirements of Fire Prevention and Fire Protection per STCW Code, as amended 2010, Section A-VI/1; Advanced Fire Fighting per STCW Code, as amended 2010, Section A-VI/3; Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.302(a)(2) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2); Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2) and 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3); Advanced Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.303(a); and Firefighting requirements for a national tankerman endorsement in 46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 13.301(c)(3); 13.401(d); and 13.501(c)(3). Full course information and schedule Contact Information Kirk Richardson Training Manager Phone: 9798451158 Email: kirk.richardson@teex.tamu.edu

Ordnance Removal and Remediation

Division	Course Number	Title	Description
PUBLICSAFETY	EOT228	Demining	EOT228 - Demining This is an advanced course for graduates of the UXO Tech Level 1 Course designed to provide participants with the knowledge required to carry out demining procedures and clearance operations in accordance with International Mine Action Standards. Students will have an introduction to dangerous area marking, detectors, and locator equipment. Mine action search tools, procedures, and clearance techniques are included in this training. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services Excellence Phone: (979) 845-6677 Email: ilepse@teex.tamu.edu
PUBLICSAFETY	EOT239	Heavy Equipment Operator for Ordnance Workers	EOT239 - Heavy Equipment Operator for Ordnance Workers Having the proper knowledge and skills to operate heavy equipment is important to ensure safety in the work environment. This course provides participants with the basic skills required to safely operate a backhoe and forklift in a UXO field environment. Participants will learn safety, operation, and maneuverability of two common pieces of equipment used in the UXO field of work. This program is geared toward UXO technicians who may be tasked to stack or unearth buried ordnance items. Heavy emphasis is placed on safety and is designed to meet OSHA, ANSI, and ASME requirements as well as provides instruction in industry standard consensus practice. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Hazardous Materials Course #3806. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services Excellence Phone: (979) 845-6677 Email: ilepse@teex.tamu.edu
PUBLICSAFETY	UXO200	Unexploded Ordnance Technician Level I	UXO200 - Unexploded Ordnance Technician Level I TEEX developed the first civilian UXO Technician I course in 1999 and remains the only program to have ever been certified by the Department of Defense Explosive Safety Board (DDESB). In 2012 the National Association of Ordnance Contractors (NAOC) recognized this course as meeting, and exceeding, all UXO Tech I training requirements established by DDESB Technical Paper 18, Minimum Qualifications for Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technicians and Personnel. This course provides participants with comprehensive, hands-on training in the safe detection, location, identification, and disposal of unexploded ordnance using the techniques and emerging technologies of today’s UXO remediation industry. Graduates of the course meet U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) requirements necessary to work as a UXO Tech I on USACE UXO remediation job sites. Students registered for the UXO Technician Level 1 Course are also encouraged to register for the online HAZWOPER Clean-Up Operations course. This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Course #78026. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services Excellence Phone: (979) 845-6677 Email: ilepse@teex.tamu.edu

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Veterans Services

Email: veteranservices@teex.tamu.edu
Phone: (979) 458-7796

Veterans Benefits

Central Texas Police Academy

PUBLICSAFETY

TPA100

Basic Peace Officer Course

PUBLICSAFETY

TPA110

Basic Peace Officer Course - Night

Emergency Medical Services

ESTI

EMS110

Emergency Medical Technician Basic

ESTI

EMS115

Emergency Medical Technician Basic

ESTI

EMS130

Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic

ESTI

EMS135

Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic

Fire Instructor

ESTI

INS100

NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I

Firefighter Recruit Entry Level Academy

ESTI

RFT001

Fire Training Academy

Hazardous Materials

ESTI

HAZ008

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Incident Command Training

ESTI

HAZ013

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness Training

ESTI

HAZ014

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Training

ESTI

HAZ029

NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Transportation Specialist Training

Lineman Academy

PRT

EPP700

Lineman Academy

Marine Firefighting

ESTI

MAR003

Combined Basic & Advanced Fire Fighting (TXEESTI-125)

Ordnance Removal and Remediation

PUBLICSAFETY

EOT228

Demining

PUBLICSAFETY

EOT239

Heavy Equipment Operator for Ordnance Workers

PUBLICSAFETY

UXO200

Unexploded Ordnance Technician Level I

Custom Training Information

Or contact

Jennifer Linnell