Basic Peace Officer Course

Peace Officers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the public. The

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.

Course Completion Requirements

Equipment

• Notebook paper (8.5” x 11”) and notebook dividers (minimum 33)
• Blue or black ink pens, red ink pen, highlighters, #2 pencils
• Duty belt
• Handgun and secure holster- thumb-break style
• Minimum of two speed loaders or three magazines
• Handcuffs and key (Smith & Wesson, Peerless, Hiatts, etc.) and handcuff case
• Speed loader pouch or double magazine pouch
• Straight flashlight (Mag-lite, Surefire, Stream Light, etc.) and flashlight holder
• Belt keepers (minimum of four)

Attire

• Black shoes or boots that can be polished
• Athletic gear must be brought the first day of class and each day thereafter consisting of:
  • solid navy-colored shorts 
  • athletic shoes
  • towel
• The required pants for the uniform are Dickies brand #874 khaki pants. They are available from Wal-Mart and other common vendors for less than $20/pair. It is recommended that the student purchase at least three pair.

Attendance Requirements

Class attendance is an essential part of the education process, and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. The course requires participants to attend a minimum of 90% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, your instructor will review any additional attendance requirement, for example a field exercise that cannot be missed.