Criminal Justice Training Center. Basic Peace Officer Certification

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1 1002 Commerce Street Houston, Texas (713) Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Peace Officer Certification Basic Peace Officer Licensing courses are conducted at the Commerce Street Building: DAY COURSE Monday Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00PM MORNING COURSE Monday Friday; 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM NIGHT COURSE Monday Friday; 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM Cadets are required to register online: /criminal-justice-training-center/pages/ Basic-Peace-Officer-Requirements.aspx Cadets will create an online profile and make any subsequent payments on this site. Cadets must download and complete both this application packet and the personal history statement provided. Approximately two weeks prior to the start date, prospective Cadets will be informed of a mandatory registration orientation. All prospective Cadets must attend one of two registration meetings and turn in all the required paperwork, NO EXCEPTIONS. Anyone not turning in the required forms and documents will not be allowed in class. Parking is available through the UHD parking office, located on the first floor of 1 Main Street (next to the police department). Parking for the full time academy is $90.00, and Part time academy is $ Motorcycles are $50.00 and $60.00 respectively. It is advised that Cadets take care of this prior to the first day of class. This course is designed to provide Cadets with preparatory training for the law enforcement profession. The Criminal Justice Training Center is dedicated to a blend of practical application and educational quality and has established a reputation of academic excellence. In order to be eligible to enter the Basic Peace Officer Certification Course you must comply with all the requirements as outlined.

2 As per TCOLE Rule 217.1, if you have any of the following, you cannot enter this Academy: 1. Any prior convictions for Felony Offense (No statute of limitation) 2. Any prior conviction for Class A Misdemeanor (No statute of limitation) 3. Any prior conviction of a Class B Misdemeanor (Within 10 years) 4. Any prior conviction of any offense of Family Violence (No statute of limitation) 5. Any open warrants, Class C Misdemeanor or above 6. A Texas Driver's License that is currently under Suspension, Revocation, or Cancellation Acceptance into the course is contingent upon completion of all of the steps listed below: To reserve a spot in a Basic Peace Officer Certification Course, you will need to complete the online registration and submit a NON REFUNDABLE $50.00 registration fee. Reservations are accepted on a first come first serve basis. If you are unable to attend your reserved class, you may credit the fee to another class within one-year. PER TCOLE RULE 217.1: The following must be completed and turned in prior to the first day of class. There will be a mandatory orientation approximately two weeks prior to the start of class to facilitate completing all paperwork. An containing the date and time will be sent to those who completed the online registration. Application files must include: 1. Application for Admission 2. NOTARIZED Statement of Applicant (Included in the packet) 3. NOTARIZED Personal History Statement Personal History Statement, (available for download on our website). 4. FAST Electronic Fingerprint Form marked "Qualified" by TCOLE (letter will be sent to CJTC directly from TCOLE). NOTE: It takes three weeks for Academy to receive TCOLE Letter! 5. Form L-2, Declaration of Medical Condition and drug screen, completed by a licensed physician along with the Medical Screening Form (form AE-6, Front and Back). Try to run both tests run at the same location, so the form can be signed off by only 1 doctor. 6. Form L-3, Declaration of Psychological and Emotional Health, completed by a licensed psychologist/psychiatrist. 7. Certified copy of birth certificate. 8. High school diploma, or high school transcript, or G.E.D. 9. Copy of a valid TEXAS driver s license. (Out of State Cadets must have a Texas driver s license AND provide a three-year driving history from their previous state of residence.) 10. Military veterans must supply a copy of their DD214 (long form or page 4), showing Honorable Discharge. 11. If you are a veteran, you will need to have copies of all transcripts from other schools and a SMART transcript from military branch. Also include a Letter Certifying Eligibility. 12. Social Security card. (Original) Year driving record (DPS TYPE 2) 14. Agency employment letter to qualify for agency tuition discount. YOU MUST PROVIDE ALL COPIES AND BRING ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS Failure to provide copies and/or original documents will result in immediate dismissal from roster. COPY SERVICES WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT ORIENTATION.

3 ** YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN IN ORDER TO BE LICENSED BY TCOLE**

4 EFFECTIVE July 1, 2017, the total course fee for the Basic Peace Officer Course is $2, This covers all tuition, books, and other training materials; as well as insurance, range fees, targets, and ammunition. A $50.00 payment (online registration) is required prior at the time of registration of class in order to reserve a position in the Academy. Reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If you are unable to attend your "reserved" class, your reservation fees may be credited to a future class upon request, within the same training year. All cadets are required to make a minimum payment of $1,000.00, by the first day of class using the online system. (Note*) After class roster is confirmed, all accounts will be activated to receive course fee related payments. There are 3 payment plans available for the Basic Peace Officer Course: 1. Pay the course in full prior to or on first class day. 2. $1, paid on first day of class and a CJTC Payment Schedule completed by each Cadet agreeing to pay $ within the first thirty days of class, and the remaining balance of $ paid within sixty days of class. 3. Eligible veterans can apply their Montgomery or Post 9-11 G.l. Bill to pay for the course. (Eligible veterans are exempt from paying $1, on the first day) Financial Aid for this course is not available through the University Third party loans are not accepted through UHD CJTC If you have additional questions, you may call between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

5 Uniform Policy All cadets are required to wear the uniform described below for all classes and class related activities. No cadet will be allowed in class, or to participate in related activities out of uniform without advance approval from the Director or Assistant Director. Failure to have a properly cleaned uniform available for class will not be considered an excuse for absence. All cadets will be expected to be in the proper uniform and to maintain it in a clean and well repaired condition for the duration of their academy class schedule. Uniforms must be purchased PRIOR to the first day of class, and all cadets will be REQUIRED to report to their first day dressed in uniforms. Order forms, including cost, vendor information and uniform pick up location(s) will be provided at orientation. Only the following will be accepted as a cadet uniform for the UHD CJTC: SHIRTS 2 EACH SUMMER WINTER Navy blue polo shirt (short sleeve), academy logo and name embroidered on shirt. Navy blue polo shirt (long sleeve), academy logo and name embroidered on shirt. PANTS 2 EACH Navy blue in color BELT Black web, with brass military-style buckle. SHOES/ BOOTS Black leather, Western Boots are permitted, provided they are the same color throughout the boot, have a plain toe with no stitching or silver points. Military style boots, engineer boots, leather sport shoes or any other type of shoe/boot with large buckles or cleats will not be permitted. Shoes and boots will be clean with no mud or foreign matter on them and will be polished at all times. If low cut shoe are worn, socks will be either dark navy blue or black.

6 REGISTRATION FORMS

7 Application for Admission Basic Peace Officer Course at University of Houston Downtown List BPOC program you are applying for: BPOC Number: Class/program dates: Social Security Number Full Legal Name (Please Print Legibly) Last First Middle Address Number/Street/Apartment Number City County State ZIP Code Telephone Area Code Home/Cell Number Area Code Work Number Emergency Contact Name (Please Print Legibly) Last First Middle Relationship Spouse Guardian Parent Other Telephone Area Code Primary Number Area Code Secondary Number

8 High School Name Did You Graduate? Yes No Date of Graduation If No, do you have a High School Equivalency Certificate? Yes No If No, have you ever been a member of the U.S. Armed Forces? Yes No If No, Were You Honorably Discharged From The Armed Forces After At Least 24 Months of Active Duty Service? Yes No If marked YES, please complete the following information: Location and Date of Induction City State Month/Year Texas residents: length of residency prior to induction: Years Month and year release from U.S. Armed Forces: Month Year Are you currently using Veteran s Educational Benefits? Yes No Are/were you a military dependent? Yes No Will you be using Veteran s Educational Benefits? Yes No Gender Male Female Date of Birth Are you a U.S. Citizen? Yes No If not born in the U.S., do you have your naturalization papers? Yes No Ethnicity White Hispanic African American Asian/Pacific Islander Native American Certification: I hereby agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the University of Houston Downtown and the Criminal Justice Training Center. I certify all information is correct and understand any misrepresentation or omission of information may prevent admission to, or be dismissed from, the program. Signature: Date:

9 STATEMENT OF APPLICANT In accordance with Chapter 1701, Occupations Code and Texas Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Rules S217.1 Enrollment Standards and Training Credit I attest that I meet the current enrollment standards: A. In order for an individual to enroll in any basic licensing course, the provider must have on file documentation that the individual meets eligibility for licensure and: 1. a high school diploma; or a high school equivalency certificate; or 2. for the basic peace officer training course, an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States after at least 24 months of active duty service; 3. is fingerprinted and is subjected to a search of local, state and U.S. national records and fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record; 4. has never been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order; 5. is not currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would be a bar to licensure; 6. has never been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years; 7. has never been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code; 8. for peace officers, is not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle; 9. for peace officers, is not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition; 10. has been subjected to a background investigation; 11. examined by a physician, selected by the appointing or employing agency, who is licensed by the Texas Medical Board. The physician must be familiar with the duties appropriate to the type of license sought and appointment to be made. The appointee must be declared by that professional, on a form prescribed by the commission, within 180 days before the date of appointment by the agency to be: a. physically sound and free from any defect which may adversely affect performance of duty appropriate to the type of license sought; b. show no trace of drug dependency or illegal drug use after a blood test or other medical test; and c. for the purpose of meeting the requirements for initial licensure, an individual's satisfactory medical exam that is conducted as a requirement of a basic licensing course may remain valid for 180 days from the individual's date of graduation from that academy, if accepted by the appointing agency; 12. examined by a psychologist, selected by the appointing, employing agency, or the academy, who is licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. This examination may also be conducted by a psychiatrist licensed by the Texas Medical Board. The psychologist or psychiatrist must be familiar with the duties appropriate to the type of license sought. The individual must be declared by that professional, on a form prescribed by the commission, to be in satisfactory psychological and emotional health to serve as the type of officer for which the license is sought. The examination must be conducted pursuant to professionally recognized standards and methods. The examination process must consist of a review of a job description for the position sought; review of any personal history statements; review of any background documents; at least two instruments, one which measures personality traits and one which measures psychopathology; and a face to face interview conducted after the instruments have been scored. The appointee must be declared by that professional, on a form prescribed by the commission, within 180 days before the date of appointment by the agency; a. for the purpose of meeting the requirements for initial licensure, an individual's satisfactory psychological exam that is conducted as a requirement of a basic licensing course may remain valid for 180 days from the individual's date of graduation from that academy 13. is a U.S. citizen. B. For the purposes of this section, the commission will construe any court-ordered community supervision, probation or conviction for a criminal offense to be its closest equivalent under the Texas Penal Code classification of offenses if the offense arose from: 1. another penal provision of Texas law; or 2. a penal provision of any other state, federal, military or foreign jurisdiction. C. A classification of an offense as a felony at the time of conviction will never be changed because Texas law has changed or because the offense would not be a felony under current Texas laws. D. A person who fails to comply with the standards set forth in this section shall not accept the issuance of a license and shall not accept any appointment. If an application for licensure is found to be false or untrue, it is subject to cancellation or recall. E. The effective date of this section is February 1, I understand if this document is found to be false or untrue a license or certificate issued to me by the Commission will be subject to revocation. Applicant s Name (Type or Print) Applicant s Signature Sworn to and subscribed before me, this _ day of Commission Expiration Date Notary s Signature Seal or Stamp

10 TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT 6330 E. Highw a y 290, STE. 200, Austin, Texas Phone: (512) LICENSEE MEDICAL CONDITION DECLARATION (L-2) Commission Rule 217.1, TCOLE PI D NA INDIVIDUAL INFORM ATION 2. Last Name. 3. Firs t Nam e 4. M.I. 5. S uffi x ( J r., etc.) 6. Home Mailing Address 7. City 8. State 9. Zip Code Is this exam for a student enrolling in an academy? Yes No If yes, check one Peace Officer County Corrections Telecommunicator (drug screen only) APPOINTMENT( Do not check if student) 10. Peace Officer Reserve Officer County Jailer Telecommunicator 11. TCOLE Num ber Cit y Houston DEPARTMENT / ACADEMY INFORMATION 12. A ppoint i n g A ge nc y o r A c adem y 13. Maili ng A d dr es s University of Houston Criminal Justice Training Center 16. Count y Harris One Main Street, C Zip Code 18. P hone Num ber A t t e nti o n E x a m i nin g P r ofe s s i ona l : The above information must be completed by the requesting agency prior to the examining professional completing and signing this form. New peace officer and county corrections need both exams. Telecommunicators only need drug screen. LICENSEES WITH MORE THAN A 180 DAY BREAK IN SERVICE NEED DRUG SCREEN ONLY Check the appropriate box( s) I certify that I have completed my examination of the examinee, on this date and determine the examinee is found: PHYSICAL EXAM - To be physically sound and free from any defect which may adversely affect the performance of duty appropriate to the type of license sought. DRUG SCREEN - To show no trace of drug dependency or illegal drug use after a physical examination, blood test or other medical test. Physician Physician s Assistant Nurse Practitioner (State License # not required) Name ( type or print) Physicians State License No Street Address City State Zip Phone Number Date of Examination(s) Signature Date THIS DECLARATION IS NOT PUBLIC INFORMATION AND IS VALID UNLESS WITHDRAWN OR INVALIDATED. MUST BE SIGNED BY A LICENSED PHYSICIAN, NURSE PRACTITIONER, or PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT WITH A VALID PHYSICIANS ID. Licensee Medical Condition Declaration Page 1 of 1

11 ACADEMY MEDICAL SCREENING FORM (AE-6) TO BE COMPLETED BY CADET PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY (Reverse to be completed by physician) NAME: AGE: HOME ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE: (CELL/HOME) (WORK): PERSONAL PHYSICAN NAME: PERSONAL PHYSICAN PHONE: Has any member of your family suffered a stroke or heart attack prior to the age of 50? YES NO Do you often suffer from severe dizziness? Have you ever been diagnosed with high blood pressure? Do you have frequent chest or heart pains? Do you have orthopedic or arthritic problems that might be aggravated by exercise? Have you ever been diagnosed with heart problems? Do you experience extreme shortness of breath after mild exertion? Do you have high cholesterol? Are you on any treatment for stress? Are you presently on any medication? Do you smoke? Please Explain Any Yes Answers:

12 ACADEMY MEDICAL SCREENING FORM (AE-6) TO BE COMPLETED BY PHYSICIAN PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY The applicant being examined is about to enter a rigorous basic police skills training program, covering 700 hours of instruction and involving strenuous physical activity. In addition, the resulting Peace Officer Position involves standing for long hours, stooping, bending, lifting, and running over various terrains and up flights of stairs. The physical training during the academy will consist of basic calisthenics, body-weight exercises, grappling, and running over long distances and uneven terrain. If you believe the applicant is physically sound to participate in this program, please complete the form below: APPLICANT NAME: AGE: SEX: WEIGHT: HEIGHT: RESTING HEART RATE: ARRHYTHMIA: BLOOD PRESSURE: SYSTOLIC: DIASTOLIC: I certify the above applicant is physically sound enough to participate in the police skills training program of the University of Houston Downtown Criminal Justice Training Center. Physician s Signature Date Physician s Printed Name License Number

13 TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT 6330 E. Highway 290, STE 200, Austin, Texas Phone: (512) LICENSEE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH DECLARATION (L-3) Commission Rule , 217.1, , TCOLE PID N/A INDIVIDUAL INFORMATION 2. Last Name 3. Firs t Name 4. M. I. 5. Suffix (Jr., etc.) 6. Home Mailing Address 7. City 8. State 9. Zip Code Is this exam for a student enrolling in an academy? Yes No. If yes, check one Peace Officer County Corrections Telecommunicators School Marshal Attention Requesting Agency: State Law and Commission Rule require that this psychological examination be performed by a licensed psychologist or a psychiatrist except in an exceptional circumstance when, upon prior approval by the Commission, it may be performed by a qualified licensed physician. The Chief Administrator of the requesting agency must request prior approval in writing and must receive specific written approval before an examination under exceptional circumstances is acceptable. APPOINTMENT (Do not check if student) Peace Reserve County Telecommunicat Officer Officer Juvenile Probation Officer Public Jailer or Security Off. School Marshal 11. TCOLE N u m b e r C i t y Houston ACADEMY / DEPARTMENT INFORMATION 12. Agency/Academy Name 13. Mailing Address University of Houston Downtown Criminal Justice Training Center 15. County Harris One Mail Street, C Zip Code Phone Number Attention Examining Professional: State Law and Commission Rule require that this psychological examination be performed by a licensed psychologist or a psychiatrist except in an exceptional circumstance when, upon prior approval by the Commission, it may be performed by a qualified licensed physician. The agency must request prior approval in writing and must receive specific written approval before an examination under exceptional circumstances is acceptable. STATEMENT OF EXAMINER: (Please check the appropriate box and provide the requested information) I am a [ ] Licensed Psychologist, [ ] Psychiatrist, and I certify that I have completed a psychological examination of the above named individual pursuant to professionally recognized standards and methods. I have concluded that, on this date, the individual IS in satisfactory psychological and emotional health to perform the duties, accept the responsibilities and meet the qualifications established by the appointing agency. Examiner: Name (type or print) State License Number Mailing Address: Phone Number: Street City State Zip Date of Examination(s) Signature Date THIS DECLARATION IS NOT PUBLIC INFORMATION AND IS VALID UNLESS WITHDRAWN OR INVALIDATED, AND IS VALID ONLY IF SIGNED BY A LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST OR PHYSICIAN.

14 Licensee Psychological and Emotional Health Declaration Page 1 of 1

15 FINGER PRINTING FOR TCOLE/NON-LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMIES (ORI TCOLE/Non-Law Enforcement Academies/Service Code 11G4J8) The general process for electronic fingerprinting is: 1. Schedule an appointment to be electronically fingerprinted by MorphoTrust USA at one of their ldentogo enrollment centers. a. Internet based scheduling is the quickest and most convenient way to obtain a fingerprint appointment. i. You may begin the process now by simply clicking on this link: ii. Academy Number: LE iii. Provide all required pre-enrollment data and select a convenient date and time for your appointment. b. If you prefer to schedule over the telephone, you must: i. Have your Service Code ready (11G4J8), then call (888) ; ii. MorhphoTrust will prompt you for the Service Code (11G4J8); iii. Provide all required pre-enrollment data and select a convenient date and time for your appointment. 2. Arrive at your scheduled appointment with photo identification and fee ($39.75). a. If you plan on bringing a form of identification other than a valid (unexpired) TX Driver License, please refer to the Department of Public Safety's acceptable document types here: b. MorphoTrust accepts Visa/MasterCard/Discover/American Express, business checks, money orders, and coupon codes (employer accounts) at the time of service. c. NOTE: personal checks and cash are not accepted. 3. Your fingerprints will be submitted electronically to DPS and the FBI. You will not receive a printed fingerprint card. 4. At the conclusion of your appointment, the MorphoTrust enrollment agent will provide you with an ldentogo receipt stating that you were fingerprinted. a. DO NOT LOSE OR DISPOSE OF THE RECEIPT. b. You may check status on your submission by clicking on this link: Fingerprints provided for this application shall be used to check criminal history records of the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in accordance with applicable statutes.

16 IMPORTANT NOTICE Fingerprint Search is to be done WITHIN 90 DAYS of the Basic Peace Officer Class START DATE! If for any reason you postpone your start date longer than 90 days from your Fingerprint Search, you must resubmit your fingerprints for another search, within 90 days of new class. Note: The University of Houston Downtown Criminal Justice Training Center will be notified by the State if you have successfully passed the background and are allowed to attend training. This process takes approximately three weeks; DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!!! You cannot attend training until the Academy receives a cleared background notification. These findings are only good for 90 days, so don t go too soon; best time to have them done is approximately one to two months before projected start date.

17 Resource and Reference Materials The following is provided to assist in completing the BPOC application process. Any resource or reference materials on this page, or contained in this packet, is not an endorsement or recommendation. It is up to the individual cadet to verify accurate information. Rules, regulations and basic requirement for licensing may be found at: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement website: The required copy of your driving record (type 2) may be obtained at: If you have lost or need to replace your DD-214 here is one possible source FINGERPRINTS/Background check. You may call or use the website to request and appointment. Use Academy Number LE Suggested Mental Health Evaluators. Note: Applicants may use any psychologist or psychiatrist licensed in the state of Texas. 1. Dr. Seth W. Patrick 9950 Cypresswood Drive Suite 230 Houston, Texas (281) Dr. Charlene Caid 2524 Nottingham Houston, Texas (713) Stanley D. Smoote 3400 Bissonnet Suite 195 Houston, Texas (713)