TCIC/TLETS Less Than Full Access Operator Training Course (TCOLE #4801 - 16 hours): This course is for operators who perform TCIC/NCIC functions at any level lower than full access. Generally, this pertains to inquiry only. It also covers navigation of the databases that are connected to the TLETS system such as administrative messages, driver license, vehicle registration, and instructions regarding proper procedures for broadcasting in the state and nationwide. This course requires the TCIC/TLETS Operation Manual Parts 1 - 2. Operators must receive this training within the first six months of assignment or employment, regardless of whether these duties are performed on a full-time or part-time basis. In order to comply with federal requirements, operators must recertify within two years of certification or most
recent recertification date.

In order to take this course, you must be employed with an agency, you must have your OPEN FOX ID from DPS.  If you are unsure of your DPS Open Fox ID, speak with your agency OR call DPS TCIC Training at 512-424-2832. 

Students will need to have a DPS TLETS user ID prior to registering. Please ensure your agency TAC has your TLETS account set up for the class you enroll in. The student needs to print and bring TCIC/TLETS Manual OR bring laptop to Class.

***Effective 1/1/2026, it is also REQUIRED by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to register for a Cornerstone ID to take any of the TCIC/TLETS courses.  Please click on this link: TXDPS | My Learning Portal under “Self-Register Here” to capture your information, OR scan the QR code.  This will allow DPS to give each users a cornerstone ID,***

Please click the link to print the manual.

2025 LessThanFullAccessManual.pdf

For more information, click on this link: https://www.dps.texas.gov/services/