Basic Peace Officer

Selective Admission Criteria:

Consent of the Academy Coordinator is required for enrollment. Once admitted to the program, students must complete and earn a minimum grade of CR in each course. The endorsement of eligibility for the State Peace Officer Licensing Exam will only be issued to a student who has completed each course with a minimum grade of “CR” during that specific academy.

Enrollment is based on space availability for those who meet admission criteria.

• Students must have a personal interview with an academy coordinator.

• Students must complete the police academy application (available at the Criminal Justice Training Center).

• Students must meet minimum licensing requirements as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

This program prepares a student for an occupational license. However, the student may not be eligible for licensing if they have a prior criminal history. For more details, see House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements.