Emergency Communications

LET540 - Introduction to Radio Communications

Proper use of radio communications can create an effective and efficient work environment. This course prepares participants to properly utilize the radio and its associated resources while on the Harris County Radio system. The participants will learn skills that will assist them in utilizing the approved basic hand held and mobile radios while operating them in a professional manner. Course instruction is through online lecture and summary questions. 

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requirements Communications & Operations Course #3852.

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LET543 - Public Safety Telecommunicator

Course Price: $150

Proper use of technology and effectively communicating under stressful situations are vital skills telecommunication personnel should possess. This course is designed to prepare participants to perform successfully as a telecommunications call taker or dispatcher.

This online course consists of thirteen learning modules. Prior to accessing the course, the participant is provided with an opportunity to download a study guide in an effort to enhance the retention of important course information. After all modules have been completed, the participant will receive a comprehensive final exam. All examinations must be passed with a minimum score of 80%. Participants have three attempts to pass each module exam and one attempt to pass the final examination.  Participants will be eligible to sit for the TCOLE Telecommunicators Licensing Examination at a TCOLE approved testing site upon successful completion of the online course.

This course meets TCOLE requirements for both Basic Telecommunicator Course (#1013) as well as Crisis Communications (#2120).

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LET314 - Spanish for Corrections

Incarcerated gang members often use their Spanish-speaking skills to undermine the efforts of corrections officers and other prison staff.  As a result, it is essential for corrections personnel to know Spanish for Corrections.

This course will teach you correctional terms, plus slangs and offensive language to be prepared when you need it.  You will quickly learn Spanish phases for issuing commands, controlling emergency situations, prison terminology, and much more.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) intermediate Spanish mandate requirement Course #2109 or #2110.

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LET410 - Spanish for Law Enforcement

Knowing how to give basic Spanish commands, or ask basic questions, leads to greater effectiveness on the street.  If a police officer can ask a Spanish speaking witnesses for a description of an assailant, or a description of a car used in a drive-by, it will speed up the investigation.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) intermediate Spanish mandate requirement Course #2109 or #2110.

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LET545 - Spanish For 9-1-1 Dispatchers

9-1-1 Dispatchers and Telecommunicators are faced daily with the difficult task of communicating with monolingual Spanish speakers over the phone.

This high-quality and up-to-date Spanish for 9-1-1 Dispatch training provides the exact Spanish language needed by dispatchers.  Spanish for 9-1-1 Dispatchers is a complete language training solution for all dispatchers.

This course meets Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) intermediate Spanish mandate requirement Course #2109 or #2110.

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