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Field Training Officer Class
July 15, 2024 - July 18, 2024
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Peace Officers
Capital Area Council of Governments - Pecan Room
Venue Phone: 512-916-6000
Venue Website: https://www.capcog.org/
Venue Address:
Description:
Please enter the Pecan through the CAPCOG main entrance. You will pass the CAPCOG reception desk.
This course teaches instructors how to provide supervised field training for new recruits in any law enforcement discipline. The goal is to transition the recruit from a classroom setting to an actual hands-on assignment. The course includes training in instructional techniques, coaching and evaluation, remedial training, and record keeping. The course is designed to provide training guidance and training aspects to future Field Training Officers in the area of law enforcement, including peace officers, jailers, telecommunication operators, correction officers, public service officers, etc.
This course also introduces and teaches the student the History and Purpose of Field Training, Training Methodologies and Techniques, Counseling, the Evaluation Process, and the importance of Documentation. Each student must demonstrate (evaluated at the end of the course) the basic knowledge required to effectively apply all applications of the training.
TCOLE: # 3702
TCOLE Hours: 24
Special Instructions
Attendees must bring their PID # to receive TCOLE credit for courses affiliated with CAPCOG. CAPCOG requires proper business casual attire. T-shirts, shorts, capri pants, and flip-flops are prohibited. No meals are provided with the training.