*****ATTENTION, PLEASE READ BELOW AS GUIDELINES HAVE CHANGED******* (Updated 6.09.25)

This course is designed to meet the legislative mandate established by TCOLE Rule 221.27, in accordance with Chapter 1701 of the Texas Occupations Code. It provides the basic concepts of instruction and to increase the quality of professional law enforcement training. The Basic Instructor Course introduces knowledge and resources in adult learning theory, lesson plan development, classroom management, training standards, and instructor liability. Learners will engage in discussions and hands-on activities focused on developing and delivering training aligned with instructional best practices. By the end of the course, learners must demonstrate their ability to create a complete lesson plan and facilitate a clear and object-driven teaching exercise.

Student Prerequisites:
• Any individual seeking to enhance their instructional skillset may enroll in this course.

It is required to bring a laptop with Word and PowerPoint and a USB flash drive to class. Students MUST have a working knowledge of basic computer usage including Word and PowerPoint and all laptops must have the ability to save and load from a USB flash drive.

To successfully complete the course students must create, prepare and present a complete 15-20 minute course of instruction to a panel of Academy Instructors to include a comprehensive Lesson Plan, Written Test and PowerPoint presentation.  Students will also create a professional biography for submission.  This course requires a significant amount of work on the part of students and they should expect to spend time working on their presentation outside of class hours. 

Students are required to wear either department uniform or business casual attire on the final two days of class.