Hays County Sheriff’s Office
Training Academy
Course Schedule
Sheriff Gary Cutler
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
Training Academy
MISSION
The mission of the Hays County Sheriff’s Academy is to provide the
highest quality law enforcement instruction and to insure at all times
that the standards and requirements of the Texas Commission on Law
Enforcement and the Hays County Sheriff’s Office are met or exceeded.
The Academy Logo
The GOLD Bar represents; setting the bar of conscience, and honor against evil.
The Torch represents service; a leader’s role is lighting the way for others.
The Text Book represents the need to be continuously learning and pursuit of wisdom.
The BLUE Shield represents the guardian of truth and loyalty to those we serve.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FREQUENTLY ASKED TRAINING QUESTIONS
REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION
GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
STUDENT DRESS CODE
TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT
Peace Officer Proficiency Certification Requirements Chart
Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate 221.3(a)
Intermediate Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate 221.3(b)
Advanced Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate 221.3(c)
Master Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate 221.3(c)
Jailer Proficiency Certification Requirements Chart
Basic Jailer Proficiency Certificate 221.5(a)
Intermediate Jailer Proficiency Certificate 221.5(b)
Advanced Jailer Proficiency Certificate 221.5(c)
Master Jailer Proficiency Certificate 221.5 (c)
2016 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Corrections In-Service
Law Enforcement In-Service
Reserve Deputy In-Service
Arrest, Search & Seizure #2108 (ICC)
Asset Forfeiture & Racial Profiling #3257 (ICC)
Basic Corrections Academy Training (BCAT) #1007
Basic Peace Officer Course #1000
Child Abuse #2105 (ICC)
Crime Scene Investigation #2106 (ICC)
Crisis Intervention Training #3841 (ICC)
Cultural Diversity #3939 (ICC)
Firearms Instructor #2222
Field Training Officer Course #3702
Human Trafficking #3270 (ICC)
Identify Theft #3277 (ICC)
Inmate Rights & Privileges #3502 (ICC)
Interpersonal Communications Skills #3503 (ICC)
Mini-Academy
New Supervisor Course #3737
Spanish for Law Enforcement #2109 (ICC)
Special Investigative Topics #3232 (ICC)
Suicide Prevention & Detection in a Jail Setting #3501 (ICC)
Use of Force for Peace Officers #2107 (ICC)
Use of Force in a Jail Setting #3504 (ICC)
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Handgun
Rifle/Shotgun/Less-Lethal
Courses of Fire
2016 MONTHLY PLANNER
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I am about to qualify for my Intermediate Officer Certificate, should I call TCOLE?
YES, contact TCOLE at 936-7700. Effective September 1, 2011, TCOLE is required to collect fees for all
peace officer, jailer, and tele communicator proficiency certificates. As proficiency certificate levels are
met, TCLEDDS will continue to automatically award and display this achievement on the personal status
report (PSR) but will no longer mail the certificates to appointing agencies. Individuals who desire a
hard copy of their certificate must electronically submit an application and pay a $35 fee per certificate.
Licensees can purchase hard copy certificates to be mailed, by credit card or bank draft, through their
online training account.
How do I obtain a transcript of my continuing education? How do I determine the course I have to
take during the TCOLE training cycle?
Contact TCOLE at 936-7700, or create a User ID and Password on http://www.tcole.texas.gov at My
TCOLE Training. Should there be a discrepancy with training received at the HCSO Academy, contact the
Registrar.
What other training resources are available?
Approved training academies and training providers are listed on the TCOLE web site at
http://www.tcole.texas.gov in the Training Providers link.
If I attended training at another agency or attended a seminar, is it possible for me to receive TCOLE
credit?
Possibly, if the training is job related. You will need to provide a copy of the course outline, the
instructors' credentials, and a certificate of completion to the Training Director/Lieutenant for review
within ten (10) days of completion. If approved, course credit will be submitted to TCOLE for their
approval.
How long is the TCOLE Training Cycle?
Forty-eight (48) months. The "cycle" is comprised of two training "units". To maintain their license,
Peace Officers must attend 40 hours of training during each 24-month training "unit". Correction
Officers must attend Cultural Diversity during the training "cycle". Those holding an Intermediate Peace
Officer license or above are exempt from Cultural Diversity and Special Investigative Topics. (Questions
concerning the licensing requirements will be directed to TCOLE.) The current "unit" runs September 1,
2015 - August 31, 2017. The current "cycle" runs September 1, 2013- August 31, 2017.
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Does Cultural Awareness taken in BCAT or BPOC count towards the TCOLE 48-month training
requirement?
Yes, however, it only counts toward that first 48-month training cycle.
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REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION
1. Registration for courses will be made by contacting the registrar at 512-393-7809 or
sheriff.training@co.hays.tx.us.
2. Students from agencies other than Hays County are required to pay tuition to attend
classes at the Academy. Tuition fees will be paid in full at the time of registration to
guarantee the slot.
3. Registration applications without payment will be returned. The tuition fee for each
course is listed below the course description.
4. All tuition fees must be paid in advance by one of the following methods of payment,
payable to Hays County Sheriff's Office (no credit cards accepted):
a. Certified Cashier’s Check
b. Money Order
c. Check issued by the students' employing agency
d. Purchase Orders
5. Should cancellation become necessary, the students' Supervisor (if the student is below
the rank of Sergeant) will notify a Training Academy Supervisor and Registrar of the
cancellation via email. Telephone cancellations are not permitted.
6. Cancellation of slots held by outside agencies, for which full tuition has been paid, must
be made within five working days prior to the start date of the class, in order to receive
a refund. Substitution of personnel in lieu of cancellation by outside agencies is
permitted without penalty. The substitution must be made by the first day of class.
7. Reimbursements will be mailed to the agency that registers the student.
8. No reimbursement will be made for:
a. student cancellations made later than five working days prior to start of class
b. students who fail to successfully complete the course
c. students who withdraw after the start of the course
d. students who fail to attend the course
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9. Should registration for a course fail to meet the minimum limit of students, the course
may be canceled. If an alternate date is available for the same course, the students will
be offered the opportunity to re-register with Supervisor approval. When a course is
canceled, outside agencies will be reimbursed.
10. The Training Academy will attempt to notify registered students of a course cancellation
within three working days prior to the scheduled start date for the course.
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GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. Unless otherwise noted, all classes are scheduled on an 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. workday with
one hour for lunch.
2. Students are expected to report to class on time. Tardiness will be addressed by the Academy
Supervisor in accordance with HCSO Policy.
3. Students will bring to class all appropriate materials necessary for note taking, and any duty
equipment that is required for the scheduled training.
4. Students are expected to attend courses in their entirety. Absences during a training class must
receive prior approval from an Academy Supervisor and the student’s immediate supervisor.
5. There are amenities provided in the break room for persons wishing to eat lunch in the building.
COFFEE IS NO LONGER PROVIDED by the Academy. Soft drink machines are available. Eating by
students in the classroom is strictly prohibited.
6. The Training Academy is a tobacco free building. Smoking and/or dipping are not allowed in the
building. A designated smoking area is provided north of the building, adjacent to the Academy
parking lot. Tobacco use outside the designated smoking area is prohibited.
7. Cleanliness of the Training Academy is everyone’s responsibility. Waste materials will be
disposed of in the appropriate receptacles. Students will remove their materials from the
classrooms at the end of each training day, unless directed otherwise by the course coordinator.
8. Chairs and tables are to be used in their intended manner. Students will not sit on tables or
prop their feet or legs over the arms of chairs or on tables.
9. Telephones and computers in Academy Staff offices are not to be used by students.
10. All cell phones and pagers are to be placed on silent mode while attending classes. Usage of
computers, i.e., laptops, Blackberry, iPhones, etc., is prohibited in the classroom unless
approved by an Academy Instructor.
11. Books, magazines, and newspapers, not pertaining to the course of instruction, will not be read
during classes. These periodicals may be read during class breaks only.
12. Student parking is permitted in the Academy parking lot only. Do not park in the Visitation
Center parking lot.
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STUDENT DRESS CODE
It is the responsibility of each training attendee to comply with the grooming and dress standards while
attending any Training Academy course. Attendees who do not meet these minimum standards will be
directed by the Academy Staff to immediately conform to the policy. Those unable to conform will be
directed to leave the training class and report back to their immediate supervisor as soon as practical. If
the employee can make the necessary adjustments to meet the policy requirements, he/she may be
allowed back into the class. The Academy Supervisors exercise discretion on issues of appropriate
grooming and dress for all students. Supervisors will receive electronic documentation of their
employees' inability to comply with the authorized dress code.
Regardless of the dress requirement, all clothing will be neat, clean, in good condition, and will be
consistent with the presentation of a professional image. It will not bear writing or pictures that are
obscene or offensive. No hats/caps will be worn in the classrooms. If you are in doubt about your
attire, simply do not wear it. Dress requirements are further identified in four distinct categories and
may supplement the established standards for practical purposes: Uniform; Casual; Physical Training;
and Field.
Note: Academy Staff can be readily identified by the insignia worn on their shirt. Should an emergency
occur, please immediately notify an Academy Staff member.
The Dress Code category "Uniform" is defined as:
 The student's issued Class B uniform as worn on duty.
 If the student wears a firearm and duty belt while on duty, the student may, but is not required,
to wear it while in the classroom. Firearms will remain secured in the holster at all times unless
directed otherwise by the instructor.
The Dress Code category "Casual" is defined as:
 Long sleeve or short sleeve dress shirts, blouses, mandarin collar shirts, golf, polo or sport shirts
with collars. Shirts or blouses will be worn tucked into the trousers or skirt, unless designed for
outer wear.
 Trousers or slacks, dresses, skirts, or other female attire consistent with business attire. No
denim attire, unless waived by Sheriff, i.e., blue jean Fridays.
 Footwear will be appropriate for duty, training, safety and/or business professional
complimenting the level of dress. Sandals, flip-flop or shower shoes are prohibited.
 Absolutely no athletic attire, i.e., no sweats, wind suits, tank tops, muscle shirts, etc.
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The Dress Code category "Physical Training" is defined as:
 Tactical Dress Uniforms, BDU's, jumpsuits, etc. which are suitable for physical activity. Clothing
should be able to accommodate a duty belt, if applicable.
 T-shirts, sweatshirts or tactical shirts that portray a positive public image may be worn. No tank
tops or muscle shirts.
 Footwear will be appropriate for duty and safety, which is consistent with the indicated training.
 In remote areas, a limited supply of water is provided. It is strongly recommended students
supply additional water, drinks, and food when training is held in a remote, no services available
location.
The Dress Code category "Field" is defined as:
 Clothing suitable for extended periods of time in a remote or outdoor location.
 Items of clothing such as T-shirts, overalls, jeans, BDU's, ball caps, cowboy hats, athletic shoes,
hiking or combat boots, field jackets, sunscreen, portable shelter, etc., are authorized.
 The Texas climate dictates what will be appropriate in these settings and a variety of clothing is
acceptable so long as the field dress is neat, clean and in good condition.
 In remote areas, a limited supply of water is provided. It is strongly recommended students
supply additional water, drinks, and food when training is held in a remote, no services available
location.
Note: No RED shirts will be worn by training attendee during training designated as Physical Training
or Field. Red is reserved for instructors ONLY.
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TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT
6330 U.S. Highway 290 East, Suite 200
Austin, Texas 78723
Phone: (512) 936-7700
http://www.tcole.texas.gov
Peace Officer Proficiency Certification Requirements Chart
Commission Rules§ 221.1 and 221.3
Beginning September 1, 2011, proficiency certificates will no longer be automatically generated and
mailed to your appointing agency. The documentation fee for each proficiency certificate request is
$35. Questions pertaining to the Proficiency requirements, or Legislative Mandates (listed on the TCOLE
web site), should all be directed to TCOLE.
Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate
Requirements: An active license or appointment
1 year of service
221.3(a)
221.1(b)(2)
Courses (once during career)
1999 Personnel Orientation by Department (if licensed on or after 6/1/1998)
3722 Peace Officer Field Training (if licensed on or after 6/1/2004)
3270 Human Trafficking (if licensed on or after 1/1/2011, must complete within first year of
licensure.)
Intermediate Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate
Requirements: An active license or appointment
Basic Peace Officer Certificate
Hours
400
800
1200
2400
Education
Associate's
Bachelor's/higher
221.3(b)
221.1(b)(2)
Service (yrs)
8
6
4
2
4
2
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Courses (once during career)
Must complete all courses or equivalents (approved equivalents are listed) (if Basic Peace Officer
Proficiency Certificate was issued after 01/01/1987)
2105 Child Abuse Prevention & Investigation
2106 Crime Scene Investigation
2107 Use of Force
2108 Arrest, Search, & Seizure
2109 Spanish for Law Enforcement
OR
2110 Spanish for Law Enforcement Distance
2111 Spanish for Law Enforcement- Test Out
34002 Spanish for Law Enforcement-On Patrol
34004 Spanish for Park Rangers
3275 Missing and Exploited Children (Eff Jan 1, 2015)
3277 Identity Crimes
3255 Asset Forfeiture
3256 Racial Profiling
OR
3257 Combined Asset Forfeiture & Racial Profiling
3270 Human Trafficking (taken after 9/1/2009)
OR
3271 Advanced Human Trafficking
1 of these 5
3840 CIT Train the Trainer
3841 Crisis Intervention Training
3842 Basic Peace Officer CIT Component (as of 9/1/2005)
3843 CIT Update
4001 Mental Health Peace Officer Training
1 of these 4
3232 Special Investigative Topics
3264 Special Investigator Certification Course
3265 Special Investigator Train the Trainer
3737 New Supervisor's Course (first time supervisor only)
OR
All 3 of these
3261 SAFVIC Module 1
3262 SAFVIC Module 2
3263 SAFVIC Module 3
OR
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All 4 of these
3224 Child Abuse Web with Exercises
3214 Family Violence Web with Exercises
3254 Sex Offender Characteristics Web with Exercises
3244 Sexual Assault Web with Exercises
1 of these 3
3939 Cultural Diversity
394
Cultural Diversity Web with Exercises
3737 New Supervisor's Course (first time supervisor only)
Advanced Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate
221.3(c)
Requirements: An active license or appointment
Basic Peace Officer Certificate 221.1(b)(2)
Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate
Hours
Education
800
1200
2400
Associate's
Bachelor's/higher
Service
(years)
12
9
6
6
5
Courses (once during career)
Must complete all courses or equivalents (approved equivalents are listed)
3271 Advanced Human Trafficking
OR
3270 Human Trafficking (taken after 9/1/2009)
3275 Missing and Exploited Children (Eff Jan 1, 2015)
1 of these 5 (if Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate issued before 9/1/2005)
3840 CIT Train the Trainer
3841 Crisis Intervention Training
3842 Basic Peace Officer CIT Component (as of 9/1/2005)
3843 CIT Update
4001 Mental Health Peace Officer Training
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Master Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate
221.3(d)
Requirements: An active license or appointment
Basic Peace Officer Certificate 221.1(b)(2)
Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate
Advanced Peace Officer Certificate
Hours
1200
2400
3300
4000
Education
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate/JD
Service (years)
20
15
12
10
12
9
7
5
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Jailer Proficiency Certification Requirements Chart
Commission Rules § 221.1 and 221.5
Beginning September 1, 2011, proficiency certificates will no longer be automatically generated and
mailed to your appointing agency. The documentation fee for each proficiency certificate request is
$35. Questions pertaining to the Proficiency requirements, or Legislative mandates (listed on the
TCLEOSE web site), should all be directed to TCLEOSE.
Basic Jailer Proficiency Certificate
221.5(a)
Requirements: an active license or appointment
1 year of service
221(b)(2)
Courses (once during career)
1999 Personnel Orientation by Department (if licensed on or after 6/1/1998)
3721 County Correction Officer Field Training (if licensed on or after 6/1/2004)
Intermediate Jailer Proficiency Certificate
221.5(b)
Requirements: an active license or appointment 221.1(b)(2)
Basic Jailer Certificate
Hours
Education
400
800
1200
2400
Associate’s
Bachelor’s or
higher degree
Service (yrs)
6
4
2
1
2
1
Courses (once during career)
Must complete all courses or equivalents (approved equivalents are listed)
3501 Suicide Detection & Prevention in Jails
3502 Inmate Rights & Privileges
3503 Interpersonal Communications in the Correctional Setting
3504 Use of Force in a Jail Setting
2109 Spanish for Law Enforcement
OR
2110 Spanish for Law Enforcement Distance
2111 Spanish for Law Enforcement – Test Out
34002 Spanish for Corrections-On Patrol
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Advanced Jailer Proficiency Certificate
221.S(c)
Requirements: An active license or appointment
Basic Jailer Certificate
Intermediate Jailer Certificate
221.1(b}(2)
Hours
800
1200
2400
Education
Associate's
Bachelor's/higher
Service (yrs)
8
6
4
6
4
Master Jailer Proficiency Certificate
221.5(c)
Requirements: An active license or appointment
Basic Jailer Certificate
Intermediate Jailer Certificate
Advanced Jailer Certificate
221.1(b)(2)
Hours
1200
2400
3300
4000
Education
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate/JD
Service (yrs)
20
15
12
10
12
9
7
5
Previous TCOLE Training Unit: September 1, 2009 to August 31, 2011.
Previous TCOLE Training Unit: September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2013.
Previous Training Cycle: September 1, 2009- August 31, 2013.
Current TCOLE Training Unit: September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2015.
Current TCOLE Training Unit: September 1, 2015 to August 31, 2017.
Current TCOLE Training Cycle, September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2017.
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Note: a Training Cycle is comprised of two Training Units.
It is the responsibility of the officer/licensee to ensure that he/she receive the mandatory 40 hours (inservice} continuing education each training unit in order to maintain their license. It is the responsibility
of the license holder to be knowledgeable of commission rules and mandates, and successfully attend
continuing education courses.
The Law Enforcement Commission will not renew your Peace Officer and/or Jailer's license should you
fail to comply with continuing education standards. This means you cannot be employed as a Peace
Officer or Corrections Officer and may likely be unemployed at Hays County. Your loss of license
becomes effective upon written notice from the Commission. Appeals can be made to the Commission
for a scheduled hearing.
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COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS
All classes begin at 0800 hours unless otherwise posted.
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CORRECTIONS IN-SERVICE TRAINING
BLUE SHIFT
54 hours - Corporal Pete Chaney
Prerequisites: HCSO CO Personnel and CO Supervisors
CONTROL TACTICS:
Phase 1 Dates:
Phase 2 Dates:
Phase 3 Dates:
Phase 4 Dates:
Times:
Dress:
JAIL RESPONSE:
Medical Dates:
Times:
MANDATORY
January
6; 7; 11; 12; 20; 21; 25; 26
Make-up/Remedial 26
February
3; 4; 8; 9; 17; 18; 22; 23
Make-up/Remedial 23
March
2; 3; 7; 8; 16; 17; 21; 22
Make-up/Remedial 22
April
4; 5; 13; 14; 18; 19; 27; 28
Make-up/Remedial 28 (8a-12p)
Phase 1-3 0800-1700
Phase 4 0800-1200 (4, 13, 18) 1300-1700 (5, 14, 19, 27)
Physical Training
Dress:
MANDATORY
July
6; 7; 11; 12; 20; 21
0800-1200
6; 11; 20
1300-1700
7; 12; 21
Field
Crisis in a Cell Dates:
Times:
Dress:
August
0800-1700
Field
3; 4; 8; 9; 17; 18
Make-up/Remedial: 18
Fire Dates:
Times:
Dress:
September
0800-1700
Field
9/1; 6; 14; 15; 19; 20
Make-up/Remedial: 15
Escape Dates:
Times:
Dress:
October
0800-1700
Field
12; 13; 17; 18; 26; 27
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LAW ENFORCEMENT IN-SERVICE TRAINING
BLUE SHIFT
68-hours - Deputy Ryan Watkins / Deputy Steve Lucio
Prerequisites: HCSO LE Personnel and LE Supervisors
CONTROL TACTICS:
Phase 1 Dates:
Phase 2 Dates:
Phase 3 Dates:
Phase 4 Dates:
1700)
Times:
MANDATORY
January
February
March
April
6; 7; 11; 12; 20; 21; 25; 26
3; 4; 8; 9; 17; 18; 22; 23
2; 3; 7; 8; 21; 22; 29; 30
4; 5; 13; 14; 18; 19; 27; 28
Make-up/Remedial 26
Make-up/Remedial 23
Make-up/Remedial 30
Make-up/Remedial 28 (1300-
Dress:
Phase 1-3 0800-1700
Phase 4 0800-1200 (5, 14, 19, 27) 1300-1700 (4, 13, 18)
Physical Training
TAC DRIVING:
Day 1 Dates:
Day 2 Dates:
Times:
Dress:
MANDATORY
May
2, 3, 11, 12
May
16, 17, 25, 26
TBD
Field
PATROL RESPONSE:
Dates:
Times:
Dress:
MANDATORY
June
8-9, 13-14, 22-23, 27-28 Make-up/Remedial 27-28
TBD
Field
Make-up/Remedial 12
Make-up/Remedial 26
RESERVE DEPUTY IN-SERVICE TRAINING
MUST complete the Mandatory training required for LE
Prerequisites: HCSO Reserve Deputies
See LE In-Service for dates and topics.
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84th Legislative Session Legal Updates #3184
Prerequisites: Peace Officer
Dates:
To Be Completed on TCOLE Website - http://www.tcole.texas.gov
Dress Code:
N/A
Tuition Fee:
No Charge
This 4-hour course provides peace officers with an update of recent statute changes as provided by the
84th Legislature. Recent Supreme Court decisions that affect important issues such as: search & seizure,
detention, etc. are also included in this curriculum, as these cases may affect the function, policy, and
procedures of Law Enforcement officers and Law Enforcement administration.
Course Title:
Target Population:
Length of Course:
Equipment Needed:
Location:
Dates:
Cost:
Course Description:
Asset Forfeiture & Racial Profiling #3257
Casual
Peace Officers
1-Days; 4-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
April 14; 21- 0800-1200
$15 for outside agencies
The Asset Forfeiture segment is designed to cover the forfeiture of seized
property. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of this area
to the level required by the Texas 77th Legislature in Senate Bill563.
The Racial Profiling segment is designed to cover the legislative requirements
placed upon peace officers and law enforcement agencies regarding racial
profiling.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
Course Title:
Target Population:
Length of Course:
Equipment Needed:
Location:
Dates:
Cost:
Course Description:
Arrest, Search & Seizure - #2108 (ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
2-Days; 16-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
July 18-19; August 8-9
$60 for outside agencies
This 2-day course is a review of cases that have affected the procedures of
arrest, search, and seizure. Students receive instruction about current laws,
requirements, and procedures regarding arrests, searches, and seizures.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Course Title:
Target Population:
Length of Course:
Equipment Needed:
Location:
Dates:
Cost:
Course Description:
Course Title:
Target Population:
Length of Course:
Equipment Needed:
Location:
Dates:
Cost:
Course Description:
Training Academy
Basic Corrections Academy Training #1007
Uniform
12-Days; 96-hours (TCOLE Credit)
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
August 8-25 (Monday-Thursday)
$360 for outside agencies
This course satisfies TCOLE requirements for the Basic County Corrections
course. Topics include booking, identification, inmate rights, headcounts,
emergency procedures, searches, classification, health services, wellness, etc.
Basic Peace Officer Course #1000
Cadet entrance exam to include written, physical, interview & background
check.
32 weeks
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
TBD (No 2016 BPOC)
$1800 for non-sponsored / Out of county agencies- $900 for Hays County
agencies
Students receive classroom training designed to prepare each student for the
state licensing examination. In addition to the required 643 hours of TCOLE
training, participants receive additional training on various force options,
patrol rifle, ALERRT training, tactical driving, radar, mobile video and 40-hour
officer survival training.
Note: This course meets the TCOLE requirements for BPOC #1000.
Course Title:
Target Population:
Length of Course:
Equipment Needed:
Location:
Dates:
Cost:
Course Description:
Child Abuse #2105 (ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
3-Days; 24-hours (TCOLE Credit)
$90 for outside agencies
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
July 11-13; August 15-17
$90 for outside agencies
This 3-day course covers topics such as physical abuse, emotional abuse,
sexual assault, and neglect. Students will learn how to recognize, report, and
refer child abuse cases.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Training Academy
Crime Scene Investigation #2106 (ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
4-day; 32-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
July 25-28; August 22-25
$120 for outside agencies
This 4-day course provides instruction on crime scene protocol and search
techniques. Students learn about crime scene security, photography,
sketching, collection of latent fingerprints, chain of custody, documentation,
handling and routing of evidence.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Crisis Intervention Training #3843(ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
1-day; 8-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
November 2; November 9
$30 for outside agencies
This 8-hour Crisis Intervention Refresher training provides a review of the key
concepts, safety techniques, and communication skills initially taught in the
crisis intervention section (Chapter 27) of the Texas Commission on Law
Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer
Curriculum. This course will also allow time for discussion, questions, and
concerns of technique utilization that participants have experienced since
their initial basic training. Brainstorming with fellow attendees will assist in
the discussion of "best practices" and the sharing of personal situational
experiences.
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Training Academy
Cultural Diversity #3939 (ICC)
Casual
N/A
Available Online via TCOLE website
http://www.tcole.texas.gov
This course covers topics dealing with cultural diversity, racial sensitivity and
civil rights refresher.
Note: Effective Sept. 1, 2009, those holding a BASIC PEACE OFFICER certificate
or no certificate will be required to have this course. Those holding an
INTERMEDIATE certificate or higher do not have to take this course.
Successful completion of this satisfies a segment of State of Texas mandated
for Corrections Officers continuing education during the 48-month cycle.
(Please refer to the TCOLE web site, Training Mandates & Certifications
section.)
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Field Training Officer Course #3702
Class A
Peace Officers/Corrections Officers
3-day; 24-hours (TCOLE Credit)
Note taking materials
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
August 1-3
$150 for outside agencies
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.
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Training Academy
Firearms Instructor #2222
Field
Peace Officers/Corrections Officers
5-days; 40-hours (TCOLE Credit)
Flyer will be distributed upon registration
ALERRT
1285 William Pettus Rd.
Maxwell, TX 78656
TBD if Needed
$150 for outside agencies
This course will help you develop the additional knowledge, skills, and
techniques needed to organize and teach firearms courses. Students will learn
to diagnose and correct shooter weaknesses, analyze and score targets, design
and run courses of fire, and properly document police firearms training.
Prefer Basic TCOLE Instructor.
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Human Trafficking #3270 (ICC)
Peace Officers
Available Online via TCOLE website - http://www.tcole.texas.gov
The purpose of this course is to increase the law enforcement communities
awareness of the issues of human trafficking through the exposure of
informational materials and research to include: victim identification and
investigation techniques, rescue and prosecution considerations, referral and
service provider availability, practical case studies to assist in building a
coordinated community response and to obtain an inter-connectivity of state,
federal and global human trafficking concerns.
Note: Individuals first licensed after January 1, 2011 must complete the basic Human Trafficking course
within the first year of licensure.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate Certificate.
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Training Academy
Identify Theft #3277 (ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
4-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
April 14; 21
$15 for outside agencies
This 4-hour course covers the identification of crimes involving the theft of a
person's identity, and the specific laws related to such offenses.
Investigations, offense reports, public education, and the personal protection
of one's identity will also be presented.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Inmate Rights & Privileges #3502
Casual
Corrections Officers
2-day; 16-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
May 9-10; 16-17
$60 for outside agencies
This 2-day course provides the Corrections Officer with an understanding of
inmate rights and their responsibilities from a case law perspective.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Correction Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Interpersonal Communications Skills #3503
Casual
Corrections Officers
2-day; 16-hours (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
June 6-7; 13-14
$60 for outside agencies
This 2-day course is designed to provide the employee with an understanding
of communication skills and the ability to use them. It will cover skills that can
assist officers in coping with the increasing legal, physical and emotional
demands placed on staff members.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Corrections Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Training Academy
Mini-Academy
New Peace Officers & Corrections Officers
Peace Officer (240-hours) TBD
Corrections Officers (80-hours)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
(Peace Officer TBD) CO 3/21, 10/10
**Closed Course
Peace Officers: Firearms (including patrol rifle), Vehicle Operations, Control
Tactics, Patrol Response, TAC Driving, General Orders, CID orientation, report
writing, Taser and OC Spray.
Corrections Officers: Firearms, Control Tactics, Taser, OC Spray, Jail Response,
General Orders and report writing.
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New Supervisor Course #3737
Uniform
Peace Officers/Corrections Officers/Telecommunicators
5-day; 40 hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
September 19-23
$150 for outside agencies
This 5-day course is a basic supervisory skill workshop. It is designed for
recently promoted Supervisors and those on the current Promotional lists. It
meets the requirements for TCOLE and includes specific information relevant
to HCSO.
Note: TCOLE mandates that an officer appointed to his or her first supervisory position must
receive formal training regarding supervision within 24 months after the date of promotion.
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Casual
Spanish for Law Enforcement #2109 (ICC)
Peace Officers/Corrections Officers/Telecommunicators
3-day; 24-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
October 10-12; 17-19
$90 for outside agencies
This 3-day course is designed to teach law enforcement, corrections officers,
and other criminal justice professionals to use key Spanish words and phrases
in circumstances involving the protection of life and property.
Note: This is a course requisite for those Peace Officers and Corrections Officers working toward
their Intermediate Certificate.
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Training Academy
Special Investigative Topics #3232 (ICC)
Peace Officers
1-day; 8-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
8/2, 8/4, 8/10, 8/18
$30
A review of child abuse, neglect, family violence, sexual assault and
characteristics of sex offenders.
Suicide Prevention & Detection in a Jail Setting #3501
Casual
(ICC)
Peace Officers
2-day; 16-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
May 23-24; June 22-23
$60 for outside agencies
This course provides the student with an understanding of suicidal behaviors,
signs/symptoms, assessments and proper management, and communication
with suicidal persons in a jail setting.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Corrections Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Use of Force for Peace Officers #2107 (ICC)
Casual
Peace Officers
2-day; 16-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
July 6-7; August 29-30
$60 for outside agencies
This 2-day course will help students obtain a thorough understanding of
statutory laws relating to the use of force; the terminology and concepts of
force; post shooting reactions/responses; legal liabilities and other legal
issues. The student will learn about current court decisions; laws concerning
the use of force; when force is necessary; and the use of force continuum.
Note: This is a course requisite for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Training Academy
Use of Force in a Jail Setting #3504 (ICC)
Casual
Corrections Officers
2-day; 16-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
June 20-21; 27-28
$60 for outside agencies
This 2-day course will help students obtain a basic understanding of statutory
laws relating to the use of force; to provide county corrections officers with
use of force models and use of force options; to increase the county
corrections officer's knowledge of the causes of disruptive behavior and
disturbances; provide information which will enable the jail administrator and
officer to take appropriate preventive or remedial action to protect against
potential civil liability.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Corrections Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Missing and Exploited Children #3275 (ICC)
Peace Officers
1-day; 8-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
September 1, 7
$30 for outside agencies
This 1-day 8 hour course is intended as an introduction to issues related to
responding to and investigating missing and exploited children incidents. The
overview is especially tailored for first responders and others who may be the
first to interview witnesses and file a missing or abducted child report. To
further your career in Law Enforcement, additional resources, courses, best
practices, and manuals should be considered and consulted to develop a
specific
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expertise
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this
investigative
field.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Corrections Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Training Academy
Canine Encounters for Law Enforcement
Peace Officers
1-day; 8-hour (TCOLE Credit)
N/A
Hays County Sheriff’s Office
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, TX 78666
June 20-21; 27-28
$30 for outside agencies
This 1-day 8 hour course is intended as an introduction to issues related to
responding to calls that involve aggressive dogs and other animals. Law
Enforcement encounters with aggressive dogs and other animals are
generating more and more media attention and use of force against animals is
being questioned. Proper training will both prepare officers for these
encounters and reduce criticism when force has to be used. The class will
teach officers how to recognize canine aggression and interpret body
language. Officers will learn defensive tactics and how to use less-lethal
techniques in controlling canine encounters.
Note: This is a requisite course for those Corrections Officers working toward their Intermediate
Certificate.
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Training Academy
QUALIFICATIONS - MANDTORY
HANDGUN/ RIFLE/SHOTGUN/LESS LETHAL RECERTIFICATION (LAW ENFORCEMENT ONLY):
MANDATORY
Dates: April 18-26, 2016 (0700-1700)
Tactical Stress Qualifications:
MANDATORY
Dates: October 3-7 (0700-1700)
Jail Handgun/Shotgun Qualifications:
Dates: October 10-14
Remedial:
Dates: April Pre Qualify Remedial/Skill Builders 3/24 and 3/29 0800-1300
April Post Qualify Remedial: TBD
October Pre Qualify Remedial/Skill Builders 9/22 and 9/27 0800-1300
October Post Qualify Remedial: TBD
Note: Lines of Fire will be scheduled through your Sergeant on designated day.
Handgun Requirements
 Handgun
 Duty gear
 Three (3) magazines
 Body armor
 Eye & Ear protection
Rifle Requirements
 Rifle
 Handgun
 Two (2) rifle magazines
 One (1) handgun magazine
 Duty gear
 Body armor
 Eye & Ear protection
Shotgun Requirements
 Shotgun
 Handgun
 One (1) handgun magazine
 Duty gear
 Body armor
 Eye & Ear protection
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COURSES OF FIRE
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Hays County Sheriff’s Academy
Handgun Qualification
Standards Target – TQ19
Instructions
This is a hot range; do not holster an empty gun. If at any point you experience a stoppage, fix it. All
security on holsters MUST be secured. Shooters hands must be above waist level from the fifteen
(15) to the seven (7) yard line. Shooters hands must be at chest level with palms facing the target
at the (3) yard line.
Once on line and hands are in the appropriate position be prepared for the targets to turn. There
will be no range commands prior to the targets turning.
Load magazines with six (6) rounds until completion of the seven (7) yard shooting. Last magazine
is loaded with remaining rounds. At the twenty-five (25) yard line, LOAD with six (6) rounds, and
standby.
Scoring
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ALL rounds must be accounted for on the silhouette prior to the target being scored.
To be scored hits must be “full caliber hits” to the designated target zone to be scored. The
designated head shot must be above the neck line.
Shooter must have a minimum 45 out of 50, or 90% to pass.
Note
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There are no alibis. If a shooter fails to fire the designated number of rounds on a table the
FI will take the round from the shooter. This will count as a miss, not a disqualification.
Any negligent discharge, i.e. round striking the floor or ceiling will result in disqualification
and the shooter will be dismissed from the range.
At any point if the shooter misses their sixth round from the scoring zone, they will be
directed to a safe area and instructed to UNLOAD.
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COURSE OF FIRE
Distance
15 yards
Rounds
12
Zone
“Body”
Position
Holstered
Time
34.0 seconds
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From the twenty-five (25) yard line with handgun holstered, when the targets turn travel safely to the
fifteen (15) yard line. DO NOT DRAW YOUR HANDGUN UNTIL YOUR FEET ARE SET AT THE
BARRICADE. From the holster, fire six (6) rounds from one side of the barricade, reload, and fire six
(6) more rounds from the opposite side of the barricade. This is a timed reload. Shooters may NOT
use the barricade for support. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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10 yards
4
“Body”
Holstered
6 seconds
From the holster, fire four (4) rounds to the body. Follow through-scan and breathe.
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10 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
12 seconds
From the holster, fire five (5) rounds. This is a timed reload. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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10 yards
3
“Body”
Holstered
5 seconds
From the holster, fire three (3) rounds to the body. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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7 yards
3
“Body”
Holstered
4 seconds
From the holster, fire three (3) rounds to the body. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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7 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
10 seconds
From the holster, fire five (5) rounds. This is a timed reload. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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7 yards
4
“Body”
Holstered
5 seconds
From the holster, fire four (4) rounds to the body. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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3 yards
4
“Body”
Ready
5 seconds
Draw. From the ready position, fire four (4) rounds with Support Hand Only. Follow-through, scan
and breathe.
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3 yards
4
“Body”
Holstered
5 seconds
From the holster, fire four (4) rounds with Strong Hand Only. Follow-through, scan and breathe.
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3 yards
6
“Body/Head”
Holstered
6 seconds
From the holster, fire five (5) rounds to the body and 1 round to the head. Follow-through, scan and
breathe.
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Total Rounds – 50
Scoring
All rounds must be full caliber hits inside the designated target zone to be counted. Shooter must
score a minimum score 45 out of 50, or 90% to pass.
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Back-Up Handgun Qualification
Standards Target – TQ19
COURSE OF FIRE
Distance
15 yards
Rounds
5
Zone
“Body”
Position
Holstered
Time
10.0 seconds
10 yards
10 – (5-R-5)
“Body”
Holstered
20.0 seconds
7 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
7 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
7 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
3 yards
5
“Body”
Support Only
6.0 seconds
3 yards
5
“Body”
Strong Only
6.0 seconds
3 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
3 yards
5
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
Total Rounds – 50
“Back-up Handgun” means a pistol or revolver that is capable of carrying a minimum of five rounds,
and has a barrel length of 3” or less.
Scoring
All rounds must be full caliber hits inside the designated target zone to be counted. Operator must
score a minimum score 35 out of 50, or 70% to pass.
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Corrections Qualifications
Standards Target – TQ19
COURSE OF FIRE
LOAD with 13 round magazine. Have a second magazine with 12 rounds ready.
Distance
3 yards
Rounds
3
Zone
Position
“Body/Head” Holstered
Time
5.0 seconds
________
From the holster fire 2 to the body and 1 to the head.
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3 yards
2
“Body”
Low Ready
4.0 seconds
From the ready, fire 2 rounds, strong hand only.
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3 yards
2
“Body”
Low Ready
4.0 seconds
From the ready, fire 2 rounds, support hand only.
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7 yards
3
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
From the holster, fire 3 rounds.
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7 yards
6
“Body”
Holstered
13.0 seconds
From the holster, fire 3 rounds, reload and fire 3 more rounds.
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7 yards
3
“Body”
Holstered
6.0 seconds
From the holster, fire 3 rounds.
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10 yards
6
“Body”
Holstered
15.0 seconds
From the holster, fire 6 rounds.
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Total Rounds – 25
Scoring
All rounds must be full caliber hits inside the designated target zone to be counted. Shooter must
score a minimum score 23 out of 25, or 90% to pass.
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Rifle Qualification
Standards Target – TQ19
Instructions:
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This is a hot range.
Rifles must be on safe and in the low-ready position with the muzzle in line with the
shooter’s belt line.
Once on line and the rifle is in the appropriate position be prepared for the targets to turn.
There will be no range commands prior to the targets turning.
Insert (10) round magazine into rifle, do not LOAD. Have second magazine with (20)
rounds ready.
Shooters are permitted to use the barricade for support.
Scoring

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ALL rounds must be accounted for on the silhouette prior to the target being scored.
To be scored hits must be “full caliber hits” to the designated target zone to be scored. The
designated headshots must be above the neckline and the any pelvic shots must be inside
the outline of the pelvis.
Shooter must have 30 out of 30, or 100% to pass.
Note
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There are no alibis. If a shooter fails to fire the designated number of rounds on a table the
FI will remove the shooter from the firing line. Weapon malfunctions will not count as a
disqualification.
Any negligent discharge, i.e. round striking the floor or ceiling, will be counted as a
disqualification. The shooter will be immediately dismissed from the range and referred to
their chain of command.
At any point a shooter is dismissed from the firing line, they will be directed to a safe area
and instructed to UNLOAD.
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COURSE OF FIRE
Distance
25 yards
Rounds
20
Zone
“Body”
Position
Standing
Time
45.0 seconds
_______
Standing, from patrol ready (empty chamber), LOAD, fire (5) rounds from one side of the barricade,
transition to the opposite side, fire (5) rounds, and reload. Move to a kneeling position and fire (5)
rounds from one side of the barricade, transition to the opposite side and fire (5) more rounds. Follow
through, scan, and breathe.
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10 yards
6
“Body/Pelvis/Head” Standing
5.0 seconds
Standing, from the ready position, fire (2) rounds to the body, (2) rounds to the pelvis, and (2) rounds
to the head. Follow through, scan, and breathe.
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10 yards
4
“Body”
Standing
4.0 seconds
Standing, from the ready position, fire (2) rounds, fire (2) more rounds on second target. Follow
through, scan, and breathe.
Total Hits – 30
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Shotgun Qualification
Standards Target – TQ19
COURSE OF FIRE
LOAD the magazine with four buckshot, have one round accessible for reload on last course of fire.
Distance
15 yards
Rounds
1
Zone
“Body”
Position
Standing
Time
3.0 seconds
________
From patrol carry (empty chamber-on safe), fire one round.
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15 yards
2
“Body”
Standing
3.0 seconds
From ready position, fire two rounds.
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15 yards
2
“Body”
Standing
5.0 seconds
From ready position, fire one round, combat reload, fire one more round.
Total Rounds – 45
Scoring
9-Pellet:
All rounds must be full caliber hits inside the designated target zone to be counted.
Shooter must score a minimum score 41 out of 45, or 90% to pass.
8-Pellet:
All rounds must be full caliber hits inside the designated target zone to be counted.
Shooter must score a minimum score 36 out of 40, or 90% to pass.
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