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, 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.

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Funding Options DHS/FEMA Veterans Benefits GSA

Delivery Types Online Face-to-Face Blended

Central Texas Police Academy

Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type	Division
TPA100	Basic Peace Officer Course	Quick View Course Description close TPA100 – Basic Peace Officer Course 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 (BPOC) 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 #1000696 & 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			ILEPSE

Emergency Medical Services

Course Number	Title	Description	Division
EMS110	EMT Basic class – Evening Offering	Quick View Course Description close EMS110 – EMT Basic class – Evening Offering Are you ready to start a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? The initial EMT-Basic certification 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). TEEX offers participants two paths to complete the EMT-Basic program: a night class (EMS110) or a day class (EMS115) that include a lecture and skills lab portion, as well as a clinical/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (EMS116) internship. Whichever format you choose, the TEEX EMT-Basic course is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds the minimum hours and content established by DSHS. Participants successfully completing the didactic and clinical components of this program will be eligible to sit for the National Registry cognitive exam. The 296 program hours include: EMS110 /EMS115 (176 hours of classroom lecture and hands-on skills lab) and EMS116 (48 hours of clinical internship and 72 hours of field internship). The maximum number of participants in the program is 24. TEEX maintains a ratio of 1 instructor per 24 participants during the classroom lecture; 1 instructor per 8 participants in the skills lab; and 1 preceptor to 1 participant during field experiences. Night Class (EMS110 and EMS116) The EMT night course consists of 22 weeks of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations. Classes are held two days a week (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) from 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. Day Class (EMS115 and EMS116) The EMT day course consists of 8 weeks of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations. Classes are held three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. The hospital and ambulance rotations begin during the classroom portion of the class. You will be expected to do hospital and ambulance rotations on the days you are not in class. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. 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. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: (979) 217-6579 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu	ESTI
EMS115	EMT Basic class – Day Offering	Quick View Course Description close EMS115 – EMT Basic class – Day Offering Are you ready to start a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? The initial EMT-Basic certification 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). TEEX offers participants two paths to complete the EMT-Basic program: a night class (EMS110) or a day class (EMS115) that include a lecture and skills lab portion, as well as a clinical/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (EMS116) internship. Whichever format you choose, the TEEX EMT-Basic course is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Based on the National Standard Curriculum core competencies, this course meets or exceeds the minimum hours and content established by DSHS. Participants successfully completing the didactic and clinical components of this program will be eligible to sit for the National Registry cognitive exam. The 296 program hours include: EMS110 /EMS115 (176 hours of classroom lecture and hands-on skills lab) and EMS116 (48 hours of clinical internship and 72 hours of field internship). The maximum number of participants in the program is 24. TEEX maintains a ratio of 1 instructor per 24 participants during the classroom lecture; 1 instructor per 8 participants in the skills lab; and 1 preceptor to 1 participant during field experiences. Night Class (EMS110 and EMS116) The EMT night course consists of 22 weeks of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations. Classes are held two days a week (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) from 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. Day Class (EMS115 and EMS116) The EMT day course consists of 8 weeks of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations. Classes are held three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. The hospital and ambulance rotations begin during the classroom portion of the class. You will be expected to do hospital and ambulance rotations on the days you are not in class. All classes are pending approval from the Texas Department of State Health Services. 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. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Customer Care EMS Programs Phone: (979) 217-6579 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu	ESTI
EMS130	Paramedic Class – Evening Offering	Quick View Course Description close EMS130 – Paramedic Class – Evening Offering Do you want to advance your Emergency Medical Service (EMS) career to the next level? The TEEX Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) 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. The Paramedic program is a total of 1230 hours, which includes: EMS130 or EMS135 – Didactic Experience 150 hours of online co-requisite courses 480 hours classroom lectures and hands-on skills EMS136 – Clinical and Field Experience 240 hours of hospital experiences 240 hours of EMS experiences 120 hours of Capstone EMS Internship with 20 team leads The maximum number of participants in the program is 24. TEEX maintains a ratio of 1 instructor per 24 participants during the classroom lecture; 1 instructor per 8 participants in the skills lab; and 1 preceptor to 1 participant during field 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. This Paramedic NightClass (EMS130 and EMS136) consists of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations followed by a two week capstone internship. Classes are held from 6:00 p.m.– 10:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. 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: (979) 217-6579 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu	ESTI
EMS135	Paramedic Class – Day Offering	Quick View Course Description close EMS135 – Paramedic Class – Day Offering Do you want to advance your Emergency Medical Service (EMS) career to the next level? The TEEX Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) 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. The intensive 7.5 month, 1230 hour Paramedic course includes: EMS130 or EMS135 – Didactic Experience 150 hours of online co-requisite courses 480 hours classroom lectures and hands-on skills EMS136 – Clinical and Field Experience 240 hours of hospital experiences 240 hours of EMS experiences 120 hours of Capstone EMS Internship with 20 team leads The maximum number of participants in the program is 24. TEEX maintains a ratio of 1 instructor per 24 participants during the classroom lecture; 1 instructor per 8 participants in the skills lab; and 1 preceptor to 1 participant during field 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. This Paramedic Day Class (EMS135 and EMS136) consists of seven months of classroom lecture, skills, clinical internship rotations, and field internship rotations followed by a two week capstone internship. Classes are held from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. on either a Monday, Wednesday, every third Friday schedule or a Tuesday, Thursday, every third Friday schedule. A detailed class schedule is provided after registration is complete. 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: (979) 217-6579 Email: ems@teex.tamu.edu	ESTI

Firefighter Recruit Entry Level Academy

Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type	Division
RFT001	Fire Training Academy	Quick View Course Description close RFT001 – Fire Training Academy 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. This course is held at TEEX Brayton Fire Training Field, College Station, TX Full course information and schedule Contact Information David Rosier Training Manager Phone: (979) 321-6224 Email: david.rosier@teex.tamu.edu			ESTI

Lineman Academy

Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type	Division
EPP700	Lineworker Academy	Quick View Course Description close EPP700 – Lineworker Academy The Lineworker 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 OSHA Training Institute Education Center Phone: (979) 458-9188 Email: itsi@teex.tamu.edu			ITSI

Ordnance Removal and Remediation

Course Number	Title	Description	Division
EOT228	Demining	Quick View Course Description close EOT228 – Demining This is an advanced course for graduates of the UXO Technician 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	ILEPSE
EOT239	Heavy Equipment Operator for Ordnance Workers	Quick View Course Description close 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	ILEPSE
UXO200	Unexploded Ordnance Technician Level I	Quick View Course Description close 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	ILEPSE

Wireless Telecommunications

Course Number	Title	Description	Funding Option	Delivery Type	Division
CEL100	Tower Technician Level One	Quick View Course Description close CEL100 – Tower Technician Level One The Tower Technician Level One course answers the need for qualified technicians with comprehensive cutting edge technical training provided to participants with an interest in the industry. During this 120-hour course students receive not only traditional classroom training, each has the opportunity to participate in multiple field exercises and other hands-on training scenarios; all followed by scenario testing used to determine student comprehension. Registered participants will be challenged physically during this intensive technical training program and should be prepared for climbing exercises while carrying specialized tools used to perform tower prop installation tasks. Successful graduates are eligible for the Tower Apprentice Program supported by industry hiring partners. All qualified students will have the opportunity to become a member of a four-person team responsible for deploying next generation Wireless Networks. Full course information and schedule Contact Information Infrastructure Training & Safety Institute OSHA Training Institute Education Center Phone: (979) 458-9188 Email: itsi@teex.tamu.edu			ITSI

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Veterans Services

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