The Corrections Response Team Instructor Certificate is designed to give graduates a recognized credential that can translate into greater recognition within their respective field. After completing four required courses, graduates will have an understanding of basic defensive tactics, forced cell movement, riot control in a correctional setting, and be able to create safe scenarios to train their officers.
Required Courses
- Arrest and Control Tactics Instructor*
- Cell Extraction and Insertion Instructor
- Riot Control in a Correctional Setting Instructor
- Reality Based Training Instructor
Once all four courses have been completed, applicants should confirm they meet all certificate requirements using the Corrections Response Team Instructor Application and return to the TEEX Law Enforcement & Protective Services Excellence division. Eligibility of each candidate will be reviewed and email notification of decision will be sent.
*Formerly titled Defensive Tactics Instructor
| Category | Course # | Course Title | Description | Division | |
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| Corrections Response Team Instructor | LET565 | Basic Instructor Development |
Having the knowledge and skills for creating a successful learning environment for students is an essential attribute to being a successful instructor. This hands-on, professional development experience for new instructors will improve skills for effective instruction and enhance presentation… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Basic Instructor Development |
| Corrections Response Team Instructor | LET652 | Arrest and Control Tactics Instructor |
Participants will learn modern self-defense concepts and principles for all levels of resistance that can be used if attacked in the line of duty. Officers will be able to return to their agency and train personnel in these arrest and control tactics.This course meets Texas Commission on Law… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Arrest and Control Tactics Instructor |
| Corrections Response Team Instructor | LET671 | Cell Extraction and Insertion Instructor |
Learn the individual responsibilities of each member within a Forced Cell Movement Team and how to successfully train your cadre in these techniques. Team techniques will be taught to safely extract noncompliant inmates from a cell while using the minimum amount of force necessary.This course… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Cell Extraction and Insertion Instructor |
| Corrections Response Team Instructor | LET673 | Riot Control in a Correctional Setting Instructor |
Participants will learn how to successfully train cadre to handle disturbances in a jail. This course will provide an overview of less-lethal systems and participants will perform baton and shield techniques, while participating as a member of a riot control team in a corrections facility.This… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Riot Control in a Correctional Setting Instructor |
| Corrections Response Team Instructor | LET705 | Reality Based Training Instructor |
Effective scenario training enables participants to gain valuable hands-on experience and improve their skills for public safety and security. Safety and realism are the two most important elements in reality-based training. This course is designed to teach participants how to safely design… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Reality Based Training Instructor |