- Nov10, 2025Mon
TCOLE 2103 - Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
Available Seats: 18 of 30
Cost: $500.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
November 10, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
November 11, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
November 12, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
November 13, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
November 14, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:WILCO Sheriff’s Training Center map
8160 Chandler Rd
Hutto, TX 78634(CPTED Class B, ICA Accredited) This course is equivalent to TEEX #78056 and meets the requirements for school resource officers. CRI now offers the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) course, accredited by the International CPTED Association. CPTED aims to enhance participants' understanding of their immediate physical environment. By altering this perception, participants can better grasp the direct relationship between the environment, human behavior, and crime. Understanding the design, management, and effective use of the environment is crucial for successful crime prevention efforts. While CPTED is not a complete solution to community problems, it provides tools to eliminate or reduce environmental obstacles to social, cultural, or managerial control. Importantly, CPTED does not require extensive technical knowledge. For it to be an effective community crime prevention strategy, basic CPTED concepts must be easily understood by as many people as possible. The following learning objectives are essential for the successful application of CPTED in your community. Topics Covered: Access control, Surveillance, Territoriality, Legitimate activity support, Management and Maintenance strategies, Classifications of strategy, The 3-D concept CPTED Matrix, Increasing the effort Risk Reducing the rewards, Removing the excuses, CPTED assessment and survey process, Assessing crime potential within different environments, Identifying crime and safety hazards, Developing plans to prevent environmentally induced crimes, Assessing security liability in the built environment and how to reduce premises liability, Examining the impact of road closures, barricades, gatehouses, and traffic calming, Practical applications of lighting towards improving surveillance Importance of protecting critical infrastructure from attacks, Applications of CPTED in schools, multifamily housing, commercial and mixed-use environments Bring to class: Laptop, Pen, Paper, Good Attitude 40 TCOLE hours | CPTED Practical Assessment
- Nov15, 2025Sat
TCOLE 2104 CCPS Exam and Review
Available Seats: 25 of 30
Cost: $100.00
Credit Hours: 2
Date: November 15, 2025 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Location:WILCO Sheriff’s Training Center map
8160 Chandler Rd
Hutto, TX 78634This in-person, online exam consists of 100 questions covering the content of TCOLE courses 2101, 2102, and 2103. Successful completion of the exam qualifies the student for the TCOLE Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
The exam evaluates knowledge in key areas, including the history of crime prevention, target hardening strategies, problem-solving methods, community engagement, core CPTED principles, leadership, and communication skills.
To be eligible, students must provide proof of successful completion of TCOLE courses 2101, 2102, and 2103. CRI accepts these courses even if completed through other approved organizations.
- Feb2, 2026Mon
Basic Crime Prevention - TCOLE 2101
Available Seats: 30 of 30
Cost: $500.00
Credit Hours: 40
Dates:
February 2, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
February 3, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
February 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
February 5, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
February 6, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation:Hays County Sheriff’s Office
810 Stagecoach Trail
San Marcos , TX 78666Crime 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:
- 40 TCOLE Credit Hours
- Instructor-Led Presentation
- 50-Question Test
- Certificate Issued Upon Completion
- Mar23, 2026Mon
Advance Crime Prevention Strategies - Problem Oriented Policing TCOLE 2102
Available Seats: 30 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 pmLocation:Hays County Sheriff’s Office
810 Stagecoach Trail
San Marcos , TX 78666Crime 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
- Apr13, 2026Mon
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) TCOLE 2103
Available Seats: 30 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 pmLocation: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
- Apr18, 2026Sat
Certified Crime Prevention Specialist Exam (CCPS) TCOLE 2104
Available Seats: 30 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
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