Proper operation of an emergency vehicle is critical for police officers and public safety. In the Emergency Vehicle Operation course, participants become familiar with terminology, driving skills and liability issues that relate to the operation of a police vehicle. This 24-hour course includes hands-on driving exercises that will enhance an officer’s ability to operate a vehicle during an emergency situation by teaching personal and vehicle control limitations. To reduce agency liability, an advanced course is designed to train experienced instructors to deliver the Emergency Vehicle Operations course to their peers. This class is a realistic, high-stress, driving program that offers the participant 40 hours of actual driving time. The course curriculum has been designed with input from the Texas Municipal League – Intergovernmental Risk Pool training and risk reduction staff. Both courses meet Texas Commission on Law Enforcement requirements.
Funding Options: DHS/FEMA Veterans Benefits GSA
Delivery Types: Online Face-to-Face Blended Online Instructor-Led
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| Emergency Vehicle Operations | LET515 | Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor |
Properly operating an emergency vehicle is critical for officer and public safety, as well as, agency liability reduction. This course is designed to train experienced instructors to deliver the Emergency Vehicle Operators course (EVOC) to their peers. This class is a realistic, high-stress,… Show more
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| Emergency Vehicle Operations | LET516 | Emergency Vehicle Operations Instructor Update |
This update course is for those with Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC) Instructor certificates near expiration or who have not taught EVOC in recent years. Over three days participants will refresh their knowledge with the legal aspects of emergency driving and practice a number of driving… Show more
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| Emergency Vehicle Operations | LET530 | Emergency Response Driving for Command and Service Vehicles |
In this course vehicle operators will become familiar with terminology and liability issues that relate to the operation of a motor vehicle in an emergency capacity. The course includes hands-on driving exercises that will enhance an individual’s ability to operate a vehicle during an… Show more
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| Motorcycle Operations | MSP201 | Basic Police Motorcycle Operator |
This 80-hour course will introduce the participant to the police motorcycle through a low threat but highly challenging training environment. Participants will be given multiple opportunities to develop and practice the skills necessary to operate within a general police patrol environment,… Show more
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| Motorcycle Operations | MSP202 | Advanced Police Motorcycle Operator |
This 24-hour course is a continuation of the Basic Police Motorcycle Operator course and focuses on advanced exercises to include higher speed skills training, road speed maneuvers, advanced braking, and swerving. As most single vehicle crashes involving a motorcycle occur in a curve, this… Show more
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| Motorcycle Operations | MSP203 | Police Motorcycle Instructor Certification |
This 120-hour course equips the instructor candidate with the knowledge and skills to successfully instruct the Basic Police Motorcycle Operator course. Instructor candidates work through topics such as range location selection, layout and cone placement for each activity, coaching and… Show more
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| Motorcycle Operations | MSP205 | Police Motorcycle Operator Instructor Transitional Certification |
This 24-hour course is offered to instructors previously certified as a Police Motorcycle Instructor by a training provider other than Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). The course introduces the instructor to the TEEX Police Motorcycle course materials and processes for… Show more
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| Other Driving Courses | TAA510 | Traffic Accident Avoidance |
Motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. This course demonstrates proper driving techniques required to avoid most potential collisions. Participants are introduced to common driving hazards faced during day-to-day operation of a vehicle…. Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Traffic Accident Avoidance |
| Other Driving Courses | TAA511 | Traffic Accident Avoidance – Trailer Use |
Motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. This course demonstrates proper driving techniques required to avoid most potential collisions. Participants are introduced to common driving hazards faced during day-to-day operation of a vehicle… Show more
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Face-to-Face | Learn More about Traffic Accident Avoidance – Trailer Use |