Texas Basic Peace Officer Licensing Course
12D Full-time Day
Mandatory Orientation: August 13, 2012 @ 9:00 a.m.
Class Start Date: September 24, 2012 @ 8:00 a.m.
Coordinator: Clint Galloway 713/718-8336
Email: clint.galloway@hccs.edu
The Schedule
Full-time: The full-time academy meets Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., for approximately six months.
Part-time Day: The part-time day academy meets Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., for approximately ten months.
Part-time Evening: The part-time evening academy meets Monday through Friday, 5:30 until 10:00 p.m., for approximately ten months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to enroll?The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) establishes eligibility. HCC requires documentation a cadet is ready for college level reading and writing prior to admission. A member of our staff will examine your transcript to determine if you meet the academic prerequisite. The general requirements are listed below:
(1) High School Diploma or GED
(2) College Ready Reading & Writing
(3) 21 Years of Age Before Graduation from the Academy
(4) Generally No Prior Convictions, Community Supervision, or Deferred Adjudication
(5) Examination by a Physician Including a Drug Screen
(6) Examination by a Psychologist
(7) Honorable Discharge if Prior Military Service
(8) Texas Drivers License
(9) United States Citizen
(10) Social Security Card
Is financial aid available? The academy costs approximately $2,000. Follow the links below to connect with HCC's Financial Aid Office, HCC's Veteran's Affairs Office, and the HCC Foundation. HCC also offers payment plans and accepts major credit cards. Besides HCC, Workforce Solutions is another alternative for financial aid.
Are there physical fitness requirements? Cadets, regardless of gender, must meet or exceed written standards to graduate. Tasks include 1.5 mile run, 300 meter run, push-ups, sit-ups, vertical jump, and an obstacle course.
Links for Future Cadets
Texas Criminal & Traffic Law Manual (Required)
The Texas Officer: The Basic Training Course (Optional)
Texas Law Enforcement Job Links
Texas Municipal League Career Center
Texas School District Police Association
