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Community Engagement & Crime Prevention for Patrol

Community Engagement and Crime Prevention for Patrol is a comprehensive course designed to equip patrol officers with proactive techniques to deter and reduce criminal activity. Participants will explore key strategies such as environmental design, community engagement, intelligence-led policing, and data-driven approaches to crime prevention. The course emphasizes situational awareness, effective communication, and problem-solving tactics that enhance public safety. Officers will learn to identify potential crime patterns, collaborate with stakeholders, and implement strategic interventions that align with modern policing principles. Through case studies and practical exercises, this course empowers officers to take a proactive role in preventing crime within their communities.

TCOLE 3902 – Community Engagement & Crime Prevention for Patrol – CEU 6 hrs.

Risk and Liability for Business (A Guide for CPTED Practitioners)

Welcome to the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Risk Management Course — your gateway to mastering the proven principles of designing out crime and creating safer, more resilient environments. This course is crafted for professionals and decision-makers across urban planning, law enforcement, security, architecture, and facility management who are seeking a practical, evidence-based framework for a better understanding of risk and liability related to CPTED. Understanding risk and its impact on the community enhances public safety through intelligent environmental design.

TCOLE 3902 – Risk and Liability for Business (A Guide for CPTED Practitioners) – CEU 2 hrs.

In-Person Training

  1. Mar
    23, 2026
    Mon

    Advance Crime Prevention Strategies - Problem Oriented Policing TCOLE 2102

    Available Seats: 19 of 30

    Cost: $500.00

    Credit Hours: 40

    Dates:
    March 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    March 24, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    March 25, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    March 26, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    March 27, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Location:
    Hays County Sheriff’s Office
    810 Stagecoach Trail
    San Marcos , TX 78666

    Crime Prevention II (TCOLE 2102) 40 TCOLE Hours | Hands-On Training for Law Enforcement & Community Policing This advanced training course is designed for law enforcement professionals dedicated to proactive, problem-oriented policing and community crime prevention. Participants will learn how to conduct place centered investigations related to hot spots, and high-risk areas, implement structured response models, and evaluate the effectiveness of crime reduction initiatives. Through real-world scenarios, team-based exercises, and structured reviews, this course strengthens your ability to identify recurring problems, build trust, and deliver sustainable public safety outcomes.

    ? Who Should Attend:

    • Police Officers,
    • Police Detectives
    • Police Supervisors
    • Community Policing Teams
    • Crime Prevention Specialists
    • Public Safety Coordinators

    ? Topics Covered:

    • Effective Communication & Community Engagement
    • Principles of Evidence-Based Policing
    • Problem-Solving Models (SARA, 5-Step, etc.)
    • Place Centered Investigations
    • Risk Assessment Formula & Vulnerability Identification
    • Post-Initiative Reviews & Success Metrics

    ? Course Details:

    • 40 TCOLE Credit Hours
    • Instructor-Led Presentation
    • Student Research Project
    • 3 Knowledge Quizzes Throughout the Course
    • Certificate Issued Upon Completion

  2. Apr
    13, 2026
    Mon

    Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) TCOLE 2103

    Available Seats: 23 of 30

    Cost: $500.00

    Credit Hours: 40

    Dates:
    April 13, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    April 14, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    April 15, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    April 16, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    April 17, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Location:
    Hays County Sheriff’s Office
    810 Stagecoach Trail
    San Marcos , TX 78666

    ?️ CPTED - Crime Prevention III (TCOLE 2103)

    Accredited by the International CPTED Association (ICA) TEEX #78056 Equivalent | Meets SRO Requirements for CPTED 40-hour TCOLE Accredited Course This certified Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) course teaches participants how to reduce crime by improving the physical environment. Designed for School Resource Officers (SROs), law enforcement personnel, planners, and safety professionals, this course emphasizes the impact of design, management, and maintenance on human behavior and security outcomes. Participants will learn practical CPTED strategies—such as access control, surveillance, and territoriality—while exploring how to apply them in various settings, including schools, multifamily housing, commercial properties, and public spaces. The course also addresses premises liability, critical infrastructure protection, and assessments of environmental crime.

    ? Who Should Attend:

    • School Resource Officers (SROs)
    • Law Enforcement Officers (Patrol, Community Policing, Crime Prevention Units)
    • Crime Prevention Practitioners
    • Public Safety Coordinators
    • Security Managers & Private Security Personnel
    • Urban & City Planners
    • Code Enforcement Officials
    • Property Managers & Real Estate Developers
    • HOA Leaders & Housing Authority Staff
    • Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organization Safety Teams
    • Emergency Management & Homeland Security Personnel

    ? Topics Covered:

    • Core CPTED Strategies: Access Control, Surveillance, and Territorial Reinforcement
    • Legitimate Activity Support and how it deters criminal behavior
    • Management & Maintenance Techniques that promote sustained safety
    • CPTED Strategy Classifications and the 3-D Concept CPTED Matr
    • Applying the “Increase Effort, Increase Risk, Reduce Rewards, Remove Excuses” framework.
    • Identifying Crime Potential and Safety Hazards across various environments
    • Developing Prevention Plans for Environmentally-Induced Crimes
    • Assessing Premises Liability and Minimizing Security Risk in the Built Environment
    • Evaluating the Impact of Traffic Calming, Road Closures, Barricades, and Gatehouses
    • Lighting Design and its role in effective natural surveillance
    • Strategies to Protect Critical Infrastructure from crime and targeted attacks
    • Applying CPTED principles in Schools, Multifamily Housing, Commercial Spaces, and Mixed-Use Developments

    ? Course Details:

    • 40 TCOLE Credit Hours
    • Instructor-Led Group Presentation
    • Includes Hands-On CPTED Assessment
    • Certificate Issued Upon Completion

  3. Apr
    18, 2026
    Sat

    Certified Crime Prevention Specialist Exam (CCPS) TCOLE 2104

    Available Seats: 28 of 30

    Cost: $100.00

    Credit Hours: 2

    Date: April 18, 2026 8:00 am - 10:00 am

    Location:
    Hays County Sheriff’s Office
    810 Stagecoach Trail
    San Marcos , TX 78666

    ? Certified Crime Prevention Specialist (CCPS) Exam

    The Certified Crime Prevention Specialist (CCPS) Exam is an official TCOLE examination administered by the Crime Reduction Institute (CRI). This exam evaluates a candidate’s knowledge in crime prevention principles, community engagement, and problem-solving strategies essential to modern law enforcement and public safety roles. Successfully passing the exam awards the student the official designation of Certified Crime Prevention Specialist.

    ? CCPS Exam Prerequisite:

    TCOLE 2101, 2102, 2103 Course Completion Required To qualify for the Certified Crime Prevention Specialist (CCPS) Exam, you must complete TCOLE courses 2101, 2102, and 2103. The Crime Reduction Institute (CRI) accepts these course numbers from any TCOLE-accredited provider.

    ? What to Review for the CCPS Exam:

    • Crime Prevention History and the evolution of modern strategies
    • Target Hardening Principles and the three lines of defense
    • Problem-Solving Models, Routine Activity Theory, and Crime Movement Concepts
    • The Four Pillars of Crime Prevention
    • Core CPTED Principles (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design)
    • Second Generation CPTED: Social structure, cohesion, and its impact on crime and fear of crime
    • Community Engagement Strategies and the Abundance Mentality in Leadership
    • Effective Communication Principles for public safety professionals

  4. Aug
    3, 2026
    Mon

    Basic Crime Prevention - TCOLE 2101

    Available Seats: 30 of 30

    Cost: $500.00

    Credit Hours: 40

    Dates:
    August 3, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    August 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    August 5, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    August 6, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    August 7, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Location:
    Austin Police Training Academy map
    4800 Shaw Lane
    Austin, TX 78744

    Crime Prevention I (TCOLE 2101) 40 TCOLE Hours | Community Policing, Physical Security & Cyber Awareness This foundational course equips law enforcement officers, school resource officers (SROs), and community liaisons with essential tools for crime prevention, physical security, and IT/cyber awareness. Participants learn how to build trust, reduce crime, and engage communities through Neighborhood Watch programs and National Night Out initiatives.

    Who Should Attend:

    • School Resource Officers
    • Law Enforcement & Community Policing Units
    • Security Professionals
    • Community Organizers & Public Safety Advocates

    Topics Covered:

    • 10 Principles of Crime Prevention & Crime Prevention History
    • Physical Security: Lighting, Doors, Locks, Windows
    • Asset Protection, Target Hardening & Workplace Safety
    • Procedural Justice, Mentorship & Servant Leadership
    • Theft Prevention & Home Security Assessments
    • Basic Cybersecurity & Internet of Things (IoT) Risks
    • Alarms, Cameras & Surveillance Fundamentals
    • Neighborhood Watch: Train-the-Trainer
    • National Night Out Coordinator Training

     Course Details:

    • TCOLE Credit Hours
    • Instructor-Led Presentation
    • 50-Question Test
    • Certificate Issued Upon Completion

  5. Sep
    21, 2026
    Mon

    Advance Crime Prevention Strategies - Problem Oriented Policing - TCOLE 2102

    Available Seats: 30 of 30

    Cost: $500.00

    Credit Hours: 40

    Dates:
    September 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    September 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    September 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    September 24, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    September 25, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Location:
    Austin Police Training Academy map
    4800 Shaw Lane
    Austin, TX 78744

    Crime Prevention II (TCOLE 2102) 40 TCOLE Hours | Hands-On Training for Law Enforcement & Community Policing This advanced training course is designed for law enforcement professionals dedicated to proactive, problem-oriented policing and community crime prevention. Participants will learn to disrupt criminal networks in high-risk areas through effective Place Network Investigations, implement structured response models, and evaluate the effectiveness of crime-reduction initiatives. Through real-world scenarios, team-based exercises, and structured reviews, this course strengthens your ability to identify recurring problems, build trust, and deliver sustainable public safety outcomes.

     Who Should Attend:

    • Patrol Officers & Field Supervisors
    • Community Policing Teams
    • Crime Prevention Specialists
    • Public Safety Coordinators
    • Crime Analysts

     Topics Covered:

    • Effective Communication & Community Engagement
    • Principles of Evidence-Based Policing
    • Problem-Solving Models (SARA, 5-Step, etc.)
    • Place Network Investigations
    • Risk Assessment Formula & Vulnerability Identification
    • Post-Initiative Reviews & Success Metrics

    Course Details:

    • 40 TCOLE Credit Hours
    • Instructor-Led Presentation
    • Research Project and Presentation
    • 3 Knowledge Quizzes Throughout the Course
    • Certificate Issued Upon Completion

  6. Oct
    19, 2026
    Mon

    Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) TCOLE 2103

    Available Seats: 30 of 30

    Cost: $500.00

    Credit Hours: 40

    Dates:
    October 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    October 20, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    October 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    October 22, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    October 23, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Location:
    Austin Police Training Academy map
    4800 Shaw Lane
    Austin, TX 78744

    Crime Prevention III (TCOLE 2103) Accredited by the International CPTED Association (ICA) TEEX #78056 Equivalent | Meets SRO Requirements for CPTED 40-hour TCOLE Accredited Course This certified Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) course teaches participants how to reduce crime by improving the physical environment. Designed for School Resource Officers (SROs), law enforcement personnel, planners, and safety professionals, this course emphasizes the impact of design, management, and maintenance on human behavior and security outcomes. Participants will learn practical CPTED strategies—such as access control, surveillance, and territoriality—while exploring how to apply them in various settings, including schools, multifamily housing, commercial properties, and public spaces. The course also addresses premises liability, critical infrastructure protection, and assessments of environmental crime.

     Who Should Attend:

    • School Resource Officers (SROs)
    • Law Enforcement Officers (Patrol, Community Policing, Crime Prevention Units)
    • Crime Prevention Practitioners
    • Public Safety Coordinators
    • Security Managers & Private Security Personnel
    • Urban & City Planners
    • Code Enforcement Officials
    • Property Managers & Real Estate Developers
    • HOA Leaders & Housing Authority Staff
    • Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organization Safety Teams
    • Emergency Management & Homeland Security Personnel

     Topics Covered:

    • Core CPTED Strategies: Access Control, Surveillance, and Territorial Reinforcement
    • Legitimate Activity Support and how it deters criminal behavior
    • Management & Maintenance Techniques that promote sustained safety
    • CPTED Strategy Classifications and the 3-D Concept CPTED Matrix
    • Applying the “Increase Effort, Increase Risk, Reduce Rewards, Remove Excuses” framework.
    • Identifying Crime Potential and Safety Hazards across various environments
    • Developing Prevention Plans for Environmentally-Induced Crimes
    • Assessing Premises Liability and Minimizing Security Risk in the Built Environment
    • Evaluating the Impact of Traffic Calming, Road Closures, Barricades, and Gatehouses
    • Lighting Design and its role in effective natural surveillance
    • Strategies to Protect Critical Infrastructure from crime and targeted attacks
    • Applying CPTED principles in Schools, Multifamily Housing, Commercial Spaces, and Mixed-Use Developments

     Course Details:

    • 40 TCOLE Credit Hours
    • Instructor-Led Group Presentation
    • Includes Hands-On CPTED Assessment
    • Certificate Issued Upon Completion

  7. Oct
    24, 2026
    Sat

    Certified Crime Prevention Specialist Exam (CCPS) TCOEL 2104

    Available Seats: 30 of 30

    Cost: $100.00

    Credit Hours: 2

    Date: October 24, 2026 8:00 am - 10:00 am

    Location:
    Austin Police Training Academy map
    4800 Shaw Lane
    Austin, TX 78744

    The Certified Crime Prevention Specialist (CCPS) Exam is an official TCOLE examination administered by the Crime Reduction Institute (CRI). This exam evaluates a candidate’s knowledge in crime prevention principles, community engagement, and problem-solving strategies essential to modern law enforcement and public safety roles. Successfully passing the exam awards the student the official designation of Certified Crime Prevention Specialist.

    CCPS Exam Prerequisite:

    TCOLE 2101, 2102, 2103 Course Completion Required To qualify for the Certified Crime Prevention Specialist (CCPS) Exam, you must complete TCOLE courses 2101, 2102, and 2103. The Crime Reduction Institute (CRI) accepts these course numbers from any TCOLE-accredited provider.

    What to Review for the CCPS Exam:

    • Crime Prevention History and the evolution of modern strategies
    • Target Hardening Principles and the three lines of defense
    • Problem-Solving Models, Routine Activity Theory, and Crime Movement Concepts
    • The Four Pillars of Crime Prevention
    • Core CPTED Principles (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design)
    • Second Generation CPTED: Social structure, cohesion, and its impact on crime and fear of crime
    • Community Engagement Strategies and the Abundance Mentality in Leadership
    • Basic Servant Leadership Principles
    • Effective Communication Principles for public safety professionals

    Tip for Success:

    While the review session is not required, it is highly recommended for anyone preparing to take the exam for the first time or looking to reinforce core concepts.