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- Mar3, 2025Mon
2025 Basic Field Training Officers - Dumas
Available Seats: 25 of 25
Cost: $475.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
March 3, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 4, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 5, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 6, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
March 7, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:Dumas Police Department (25) map
Dumas PD Conference Room
124 E. 7th
Dumas, TX 79029Rationale:
The Field Training Officers who help mold new officers in a law enforcement agency have an immense duty as supervisors, instructors, and role models. This course will define the FTO's roles and responsibilities and provide the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an FTO. The course focuses on honest and consistent feedback to help the trainee succeed while documenting trainee progress or failure. The San Jose model is the basis, with exposure to the Reno and the "Common Sense" models. This provides the student with the broad knowledge necessary to work within any program used in their agency.
Overview:This is a 40-hour course presented in 5 days. The training format includes lecture, discussion, videotaped scenarios used to assist the student in learning how to complete consistent and accurate Daily Observation Reports, and role-playing to simulate end-of-shift discussions or counseling. This course meets and exceeds the TCOLE requirements for course #3702.
Course Goals:At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify learning styles, theories of leadership, teaching techniques, and the communication process.
- Recognize the aspects and techniques involved in being an effective counselor.
- Describe the evaluation process, grading errors, standardized guidelines, and communication skills.
- List components of civil liability, validity of documentation, the remedial training process, and release from the training program.
- Recognize the basic components of various models of police field training.
- Describe how to integrate components of each model to create a successful Field Training Program.
Chief Billy Tidwell retired from the Tomball Police Department in 2020 after serving 5 years as Chief of Police. Prior to that, he was the Chief of the Liberty Police Department, on two separate occasions, for a total of 17 years. He currently provides professional coaching, consulting, and training through BRT Consulting, LLC.
He has conducted training for many law enforcement agencies and departments across the country, as well as organizations and associations, including the Texas Sheriff’s Association, the Texas Narcotics Control Program, and the Texas Jail Association. He has also conducted numerous training sessions for LEMIT in the Texas Police Chief’s Leadership Series, Constables Continuing Education, Command Staff Leadership Series, and New Chief Leadership Series.
Chief Tidwell has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Texas Tech University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Houston. He holds a Master Peace Officer Certificate and is a licensed TCOLE instructor, TCOLE Firearms Instructor, and Emergency Driving Instructor.
- May12, 2025Mon
2025 Basic Field Training Officers - Bryan
Available Seats: 30 of 30
Cost: $475.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
May 12, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 13, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 14, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 15, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 16, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:Bryan Police Department (30) map
303 E 29th
Bryan, TX 77803Rationale:
The Field Training Officers who help mold new officers in a law enforcement agency have an immense duty as supervisors, instructors, and role models. This course will define the FTO's roles and responsibilities and provide the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an FTO. The course focuses on honest and consistent feedback to help the trainee succeed while documenting trainee progress or failure. The San Jose model is the basis, with exposure to the Reno and the "Common Sense" models. This provides the student with the broad knowledge necessary to work within any program used in their agency.
Overview:This is a 40-hour course presented in 5 days. The training format includes lecture, discussion, videotaped scenarios used to assist the student in learning how to complete consistent and accurate Daily Observation Reports, and role-playing to simulate end-of-shift discussions or counseling. This course meets and exceeds the TCOLE requirements for course #3702.
Course Goals:At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify learning styles, theories of leadership, teaching techniques, and the communication process.
- Recognize the aspects and techniques involved in being an effective counselor.
- Describe the evaluation process, grading errors, standardized guidelines, and communication skills.
- List components of civil liability, validity of documentation, the remedial training process, and release from the training program.
- Recognize the basic components of various models of police field training.
- Describe how to integrate components of each model to create a successful Field Training Program.
Chief Billy Tidwell retired from the Tomball Police Department in 2020 after serving 5 years as Chief of Police. Prior to that, he was the Chief of the Liberty Police Department, on two separate occasions, for a total of 17 years. He currently provides professional coaching, consulting, and training through BRT Consulting, LLC.
He has conducted training for many law enforcement agencies and departments across the country, as well as organizations and associations, including the Texas Sheriff’s Association, the Texas Narcotics Control Program, and the Texas Jail Association. He has also conducted numerous training sessions for LEMIT in the Texas Police Chief’s Leadership Series, Constables Continuing Education, Command Staff Leadership Series, and New Chief Leadership Series.
Chief Tidwell has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Texas Tech University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Houston. He holds a Master Peace Officer Certificate and is a licensed TCOLE instructor, TCOLE Firearms Instructor, and Emergency Driving Instructor.
- Aug4, 2025Mon
2025 Basic Field Training Officers - Victoria County
Available Seats: 30 of 30
Cost: $475.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
August 4, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 5, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 6, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 7, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
August 8, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:Victoria County Sheriff’s Office (40) map
Training Center
1952 Guadalupe Rd
Victoria, TX 77905Rationale:
The Field Training Officers who help mold new officers in a law enforcement agency have an immense duty as supervisors, instructors, and role models. This course will define the FTO's roles and responsibilities and provide the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an FTO. The course focuses on honest and consistent feedback to help the trainee succeed while documenting trainee progress or failure. The San Jose model is the basis, with exposure to the Reno and the "Common Sense" models. This provides the student with the broad knowledge necessary to work within any program used in their agency.
Overview:This is a 40-hour course presented in 5 days. The training format includes lecture, discussion, videotaped scenarios used to assist the student in learning how to complete consistent and accurate Daily Observation Reports, and role-playing to simulate end-of-shift discussions or counseling. This course meets and exceeds the TCOLE requirements for course #3702.
Course Goals:At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify learning styles, theories of leadership, teaching techniques, and the communication process.
- Recognize the aspects and techniques involved in being an effective counselor.
- Describe the evaluation process, grading errors, standardized guidelines, and communication skills.
- List components of civil liability, validity of documentation, the remedial training process, and release from the training program.
- Recognize the basic components of various models of police field training.
- Describe how to integrate components of each model to create a successful Field Training Program.
Chief Billy Tidwell retired from the Tomball Police Department in 2020 after serving 5 years as Chief of Police. Prior to that, he was the Chief of the Liberty Police Department, on two separate occasions, for a total of 17 years. He currently provides professional coaching, consulting, and training through BRT Consulting, LLC.
He has conducted training for many law enforcement agencies and departments across the country, as well as organizations and associations, including the Texas Sheriff’s Association, the Texas Narcotics Control Program, and the Texas Jail Association. He has also conducted numerous training sessions for LEMIT in the Texas Police Chief’s Leadership Series, Constables Continuing Education, Command Staff Leadership Series, and New Chief Leadership Series.
Chief Tidwell has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Texas Tech University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Houston. He holds a Master Peace Officer Certificate and is a licensed TCOLE instructor, TCOLE Firearms Instructor, and Emergency Driving Instructor.
- Dec1, 2025Mon
2025 Basic Field Training Officers - Humble
Available Seats: 30 of 30
Cost: $475.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
December 1, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
December 2, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
December 3, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
December 4, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
December 5, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:Humble Police Department (36) map
310 N. Bender
Humble, TX 77338Rationale:
The Field Training Officers who help mold new officers in a law enforcement agency have an immense duty as supervisors, instructors, and role models. This course will define the FTO's roles and responsibilities and provide the knowledge and skills necessary to function as an FTO. The course focuses on honest and consistent feedback to help the trainee succeed while documenting trainee progress or failure. The San Jose model is the basis, with exposure to the Reno and the "Common Sense" models. This provides the student with the broad knowledge necessary to work within any program used in their agency.
Overview:This is a 40-hour course presented in 5 days. The training format includes lecture, discussion, videotaped scenarios used to assist the student in learning how to complete consistent and accurate Daily Observation Reports, and role-playing to simulate end-of-shift discussions or counseling. This course meets and exceeds the TCOLE requirements for course #3702.
Course Goals:At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify learning styles, theories of leadership, teaching techniques, and the communication process.
- Recognize the aspects and techniques involved in being an effective counselor.
- Describe the evaluation process, grading errors, standardized guidelines, and communication skills.
- List components of civil liability, validity of documentation, the remedial training process, and release from the training program.
- Recognize the basic components of various models of police field training.
- Describe how to integrate components of each model to create a successful Field Training Program.
Chief Billy Tidwell retired from the Tomball Police Department in 2020 after serving 5 years as Chief of Police. Prior to that, he was the Chief of the Liberty Police Department, on two separate occasions, for a total of 17 years. He currently provides professional coaching, consulting, and training through BRT Consulting, LLC.
He has conducted training for many law enforcement agencies and departments across the country, as well as organizations and associations, including the Texas Sheriff’s Association, the Texas Narcotics Control Program, and the Texas Jail Association. He has also conducted numerous training sessions for LEMIT in the Texas Police Chief’s Leadership Series, Constables Continuing Education, Command Staff Leadership Series, and New Chief Leadership Series.
Chief Tidwell has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Texas Tech University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Houston. He holds a Master Peace Officer Certificate and is a licensed TCOLE instructor, TCOLE Firearms Instructor, and Emergency Driving Instructor.