Navarro College Police Academy

Basic Peace Officer Course Student Information Packet

The Basic Peace Officer Course is a 680-hour program designed to prepare the student to pass the Peace Officer licensing exam given by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standard Education (TCLEOSE). 29 topics ranging from 4 hours to 68 hours in length are covered during the course. Approximately one-third of the class is devoted to developing the physical skills training required to become a peace officer. SCHEDULE Day Academies are offered during the Fall and Spring semesters in Corsicana and Waxahachie. Day Academies run one semester Monday thru Friday, 8am-5pm. Night Academy is scheduled for either Waxahachie or Corsicana. Night Academy takes two semesters (Fall and Spring) Monday thru Thursday, 6pm-10pm. ADMISSION STANDARDS Must be a U.S. Citizen Must be 21 years of age to be licensed (must be 21 by the time your class graduates). No Class B Misdemeanor convictions in the past 10 years. No Class A Misdemeanor or felony convictions. No convictions of a family violence offense. Applicants must pass a physical examination, a psychological examination and a drug screen immediately submitted to the Academy upon completion. High school diploma OR GED Must not be prohibited from operating a motor vehicle. Must not be prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition. You must not have been discharged from military service under less than honorable conditions. Honorable discharge from the armed forces after at least 24 months of active duty service. A complete criminal history will be conducted as part of the initial Registration Process when the FAST APPLICATION is submitted.

REGISTRATION PROCESS
To obtain a complete application packet: 903-874-5018 Corsicana or 972-923-6441 Waxahachie Students must have all completed documents returned to the Academy by the date indicated on the front of the packet. PRE-REGISTRATION Apply to Navarro College (Application for Admission): Fill out and return to the Office of Admissions and Records, Supply to the Registrar all pertinent information Drivers License, High School diploma, GED, Home School diploma, other college transcripts, Proof of residency and citizenship, if applicable. Notice of Vaccination Against Bacterial Meningitis Accuplacer Test Schedule and complete the Accuplacer Test at any NC campus. (Reading and Writing sections, Math is suggested but not required) Bring test scores to Academy personnel immediately following the test. All applicants must submit scores for admission to the Police Academy. A requirement as instituted by the Police Academy Advisory Board regardless of exemptions There is a $29.00 fee for the Accuplacer Test. FAST Application Fill out & take a completed FAST application to an approved FAST evaluation site. Follow directions on form by scheduling appointment at www.l1id.com or by calling 1-888-467-2080. Remit a non-refundable fee for the background check to the approved FAST site. THE ACADEMY WILL CONTACT THE STUDENT AFTER RECEIVING INFORMATION FROM TCLEOSE REGARDING RESULTS OF THE FAST APPLICATION; THE STUDENT SHOULD PROCEED WITH THE AFTER PRE-REGISTRATION ITEMS UPON DIRECTIONS FROM ACADEMY STAFF. AFTER PRE-REGISTRATION Submit to either Academy office: NC Police Academy Application, L-2, and L-3, a copy of your U.S. Birth Certificate, Full Validity U.S. passport, Report of Birth Abroad (Form FS-240) or Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization from USCIS.

a copy of your high school diploma/GED a copy of your Driver License (front and back), a copy of Military Discharge, if applicable.

Complete FINANCIAL AID forms & process: Go online www.navarrocollege.edu Then to financial aid. Read the information on Veterans Benefits and other types of grants and loans available. Contact the Financial Aid office at the campus nearest you or drop by and visit with them for any questions you may have or to begin the FASFA process. Schedule Physical Exam Drug Screen: Submit doctor completed L-2 Physical Exam form, and a copy of the drug screen results. The student may use their own licensed physician for the physical and drug screen. Schedule Psychological Exam: Submit doctor completed L-3 Psychological Exam form. Purchase: Uniform & Required clothing (see clothing information below), Books (see book information below), Any other designated materials. Pay Tuition & Fees: Payment for class may only be accepted at the Cashiers/Business Office on any NC Campus. Maximum class size for the Basic Peace Officer Course is thirty (30) students. Classes will be filled on a first come-first served basis according to pre-registration and the application process. PAYMENT AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION TUITION BASIC PEACE OFFICER COURSE AMMUNITION FEE INSURANCE CPR FEE TOTAL TUITION & FEES $1400.00 450.00 20.00 5.00 $ 1875.00

Tuition must be paid in full prior to the first day of class. Payment must be given to the Cashiers/Business office on any NC Campus. NO funds will be accepted at the police academy. Ammunition and Insurance fees are subject to change. FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid is available to Basic Peace Officer students who qualify. It takes several weeks to process the application for Financial Aid. Please apply well in advance of the course start date. For more information about Financial Aid, contact: Ms. Kristal Nicholson (903) 875-7362

You may apply for Financial Aid at www.navarrocollege.edu Veterans/Texas Veterans may qualify for financial aid through the Veterans Certifying Official at Navarro College. It takes several weeks to process Veterans benefits. Please apply well in advance of the course start date. For Qualification info on the Hazelwood Act please go to: http://www.navarrocollege.edu/financialaid/veterans_hazlewood.php For more information about the Hazelwood Act and for Veterans benefits please contact: Ms. Kay Schipper (903) 875-7347 REFUNDS Refunds for Continuing Education courses will not be offered after the first day of class.

DETAILS OF THE ACADEMY BOOKS Texas Criminal Law & Traffic Law Manual current edition, The Texas Peace Officer 13th Edition Books are available for purchase at the Navarro College Bookstore and MUST be purchased prior the start of the first day of class. SUPPLIES At least two (2) 3 inch are larger, three-ring binder, Pens, Paper, Highlighters, etc... UNIFORMS Black Academy shirt (NC Bookstore), Black pant,(5-11, Dockers, Dickie) Plain black uniform trouser belt, Plain black, polish-able uniform boots (no pointed toes, tennis shoes or slip on low quarter shoes). All Basic Peace Officer students are required to be in uniform on the first day of class. Contact the Academy if you are unable to obtain your uniform prior to your first day of class. WORKOUT APPAREL - DAY CLASS ONLY Black shorts or sweat pants (no logos or emblems),

 White Academy T-shirt Workout shoes, White athletic socks. All Basic Peace Officer students will be required to participate in skills training.

EQUIPMENT to be furnished by the student: Handgun 9 mm .40 S&W .45 ACP .357 Sig Black Holster** *this must be at least a level one duty holster* Black Police Style Duty Belt**

Three (3) magazines and pouch Four (4) black belt keepers** One (1) set of hearing protectors or earplugs One (1) pair of clear safety glasses One (1) pair of handcuffs with key One (1) black handcuff case

**Nylon items are acceptable** Equipment may be purchased at any law enforcement supply outlet. The following is a list of the acceptable firearms for use in the class. No other weapons will be authorized for use in the class. Training will involve semi-automatic and shotgun. Ammunition will be furnished by the Police Academy: Beretta Taurus Colt Browning Glock Kahr Ruger H&K Sig Sauer Kimber Springfield Armory Smith and Wesson (please contact Academy to verify model/style)

OUTSIDE OF CLASS COMMITMENTS Driving Course curriculum - There will be a required weekend commitment from student to participate. Students will leave campus on Friday evening and return home on Sunday. Expenses for the weekend will be the students responsibility. Firearm Training - Students will be required to qualify during the day and at night therefore, students should plan to be at the range one evening during the week of Firearm Training. There may be an occasional need for students to stay during evening hours. Should this occur, students will receive advanced notice.

PSYCHOLOGAL AND PHYSICAL EXAM INFOMRATION Psychological testing may be conducted by one of the following: Katherine Donaldson Dr. Eric Holden Dr. Douglas Cheatham Dr. Laci James Wellness Center 508 Grace St 1720 Regal Row Ste 120 Waxahachi e, TX 75167 Dallas, TX 75235 Waxahachi e, TX 75167 Mexia, TX 76667 972-9230730 972-4374597 214-2075664 254-5629185 254-6251237

Behavioral Measurers & Forensic Services, LLC 101 N. College Ste. #302 James and Associates

If a student is currently employed by a law enforcement agency and holds a state issued license (jailer, dispatcher, etc.) you may be exempt from completing another psychological exam, physical exam or be fingerprinted. Please check with Police Academy Coordinator. A student who fails to report a criminal record to the Police Academy Coordinator prior to admission to the class may be removed from the class at a later date. Physical exam and Drug screen The student may use their own licensed physician for the physical and drug screen. The physician must complete the L-2 and the original must be returned to the Police Academy.

RESOURCES Cheaperthandirt.com AFMO.com Army/Navy Stores Dallas Public Safety Supply Jesses Gun Shop 2707 N Stemmons FWY Ste 200 Dallas, TX 75207-2275 (214) 748-1060

2115 W. 2nd Ave. Corsicana, TX 75110 (903)874-2916 www.jessesgunshop.com Praco Pawn

2201 West Waco Drive Waco, TX 76707 (254)753-5511

POLICE ACADEMY COORDINATOR: JASON WESTMORELAND-(903)874-5018