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The Basic Instructor Certification program endeavors to equip individuals with primary principles of instruction, thereby enhancing the caliber of professional law enforcement training. The course covers various aspects of the teaching-learning process, including the different phases, factors influencing learning, needs assessment, task analysis, developing learning objectives, preparing lesson plans, and methods of instruction. Participants will also learn how to supplement their presentations by developing and integrating instructional media. The course will additionally cover essential techniques for designing testing and evaluation procedures. To exhibit their proficiency, each trainee will conduct two teaching exercises, which will undergo evaluation by two instructors. Topics Covered: COURSE OVERVIEW THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS THE DOMAINS OF LEARNING FACTORS AFFECTING LEARNING PHASES OF THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS LEARNING OBJECTIVES PREPARING A LESSON PLAN METHODS OF INSTRUCTION TESTING AND EVALUATION INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TEACHING EXERCISES Instructor: Lieutenant Michael De Leon possesses over 16 years of experience as a Texas Peace Officer serving as both a Patrol Officer and Deputy Constable. Over the years, he has consistently strived to enhance his skills and qualifications, obtaining certifications as a Mental Health Officer and certified Crisis/Hostage Negotiator. His achievements include serving in various capacities, including Negotiator, Training Coordinator, and Team Commander in a joint metro SWAT team. He holds several notable certifications, including an Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Master Peace Officer proficiency, Advanced Instructor, and Instructor for De-Escalation.

***For registrations and pricing please visit www.humaneeducatorsoftexas.com/register or contact Humane Educators Of Texas at www.humaneeducatorsoftexas.com *** Are you just starting out investigating animal cruelty? In this course, we will discuss how to get a cruelty investigation started. Topics include; history of cruelty, active & passive cruelties, 4th amendment, plain view doctrine, Texas penal codes related to crimes against animals, search warrants, the adjudication process, and more. We will also spend time discussing various situational studies to better determine when education is the best route instead of jumping straight into prosecution. We will end day two with case study activities where students will work through an animal cruelty case investigation. This class is ideally suited for: ​ -All ACOs and Peace officers who are involved in investigating animal cruelty. Seasoned investigators who would like a 'refresher' on this topic. -Any ACO who is starting out in this field and is interested in working in cruelty investigations.

Sovereign Citizen Encounters and an overview of Domestic Terrorism Training Overview: Managing Encounters with Sovereign Citizens Sovereign citizens pose unique challenges for law enforcement and court personnel, often employing tactics designed to intimidate or confuse officers and officials. This training will equip law enforcement professionals and court personnel with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively manage encounters with sovereign citizens while ensuring officers' safety and upholding constitutional standards. Domestic Terrorism Domestic terrorism involves dangerous criminal acts intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or influence government policy. This training will provide an overview of domestic terrorism, highlighting the threats posed by various extremist ideologies and movements within the United States. Participants will learn about the tactics used by domestic terrorists, the legal frameworks for addressing these threats, and strategies for maintaining public safety and constitutional rights. Topics Covered: Understanding sovereign citizen ideology and motivations Recognizing sovereign citizen documents and tactics Legal considerations and case law review De-escalation techniques for non-compliant individuals Officer safety tactics in traffic stops and arrest scenarios Group discussion and scenario-based training Instructor Joel Stephens Special Agent, FBI (Retired) With over 20 years of dedicated service as a Special Agent with the FBI, Joel Stephens specialized in investigating both domestic and international terrorism. Throughout his distinguished career, Joel developed a deep understanding of counterterrorism strategies, and he has been actively involved in instructing law enforcement officers on the critical importance of the "If You See Something, Say Something" initiative. Joel holds a Master's Degree in Criminology and Social Work, blending his expertise in law enforcement with a strong foundation in understanding the social dynamics of criminal behavior. His vast experience and commitment to national security makes him a respected authority in the field of counterterrorism and law enforcement training.

Topics covered: • Legal Aspects of a Crime Scene Search • Preparing for a Crime Scene Investigation • Investigating a Crime Scene • Sketching and Photographing • Fingerprinting • Identification, Collection, and Preservation of Evidence • DNA Evidence • Specific Crime Scene Searches • Simulated Crime Scene • Computer and Other Electronic Evidence If your department is paying and is in need of an invoice please contact us at Training@MengerUsa.com or give us a call at (800)489-8190

Thorough investigation of a crime scene, along with meticulous evidence gathering and documentation, are essential aspects of any criminal investigation. This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, techniques, and methods necessary to conduct effective investigations, spanning from general crime scene investigations to death investigations. Topics Covered: Legal Aspects of a Crime Scene Search Preparing for a Crime Scene Investigation Investigating a Crime Scene Sketching and Photographing Fingerprinting Identification, Collection, and Preservation of Evidence DNA Evidence Specific Crime Scene Searches Simulated Crime Scene Computer and Other Electronic Evidence Instructor: Detective Israel Limas is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over 16 years of service in Central Texas. Bilingual and highly experienced, Israel began his career as a Patrol Officer and quickly advanced to Patrol Corporal, where he took on a leadership role, mentoring and training frontline officers. Promoted to the rank of Detective, Israel has investigated a wide range of cases, including property crimes, white-collar crimes, financial crimes, homicide, family violence, sexual assault, and other major crimes against persons. As the lead investigator, he has trained and supervised investigative teams to handle complex cases. Since 2015, Israel has been an active law enforcement instructor, teaching courses to officers of all ranks. He is proficient in a variety of law enforcement topics, including Hostage Negotiations, Interview & Interrogation, Criminal Investigation, DWI/Impaired Driving, Mental Health Awareness, Eyewitness Identification, Child Sex Trafficking, Child Abuse, Sexual Assaults, Homicide & Assault Investigations, Crime Scene Operations, Courtroom Security & Safety, Background Investigations, and more. Israel holds several instructor certifications from the State of Texas, including from TCOLE and Texas DPS, further showcasing his expertise and commitment to the field.

Interacting with Drivers Deaf and Hard of Hearing The course will provide comprehensive procedures for engaging with drivers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Join us for an insightful exploration of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. We will address key topics, including Deaf culture, American Sign Language, and essential considerations for effectively serving these communities in the field. Topics Covered: Procedures for Interacting with Drivers who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Deaf and hard of hearing Specialty License Plates Legal obligations Communication strategies Situational awareness De-escalation techniques Resources and tools This is a requisite course for those Peace Officers working toward their Intermediate Certificate or their Advanced Certificate if their Intermediate was issued on or after January 1, 2016. Instructor: Lt Belinda Mangum (Retired)

***For registrations or pricing please visit www.humaneeducatorsoftexas.com/register or contact Humane Educators Of Texas at www.humaneeducatorsoftexas.com *** This course is designed to a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Local Rabies Control Authority. It is ideally suited for individuals who have been appointed LRCA, are going to be appointed, have been designated to similar roles by the LRCA, or supervisors who oversee the Animal Control Unit. This class is ideally suited for: ​ -All ACOs, supervisors, and public health officials who are involved in any capacity in rabies investigations. -Anyone new to rabies investigations. -Anyone wanting to improve their rabies investigations to ensure the best in public safety. -Also great for the more seasoned investigator!

This 40-hour Crisis Intervention Training Course will cover the key concepts, safety techniques, and communication skills critical when dealing with persons suffering with a mental illness who find themselves in a state of crisis. It will expand the student’s knowledge in de-escalation for all types of crisis interactions such as the utilization of the LEAPS theory of de-escalation, active listening skills, and crisis scene management. Student will be taught and guided by various subject matter experts with time for discussions, questions, and concerns. Brainstorming with fellow attendees will assist in the discussion of “best practices” and the sharing of personal situational experiences. This course will include a combination of lecture, scenario role-play, and discussion-based training. Participants will be actively involved both verbally and physically. Students will learn and practice their ability to de-escalate crisis situations and complete evaluations for follow-up actions such as Peace Officer’s Emergency Detention (POED). The learning objectives satisfy the required content of the Crisis Intervention Training 40 HR Course (TCOLE 1850). This course is a required course to be completed no later than the second anniversary of the date the officer is licensed or the date an officer applies for an Intermediate proficiency certificate, whichever date is earlier. Instructor: Stephanie Piper is a law enforcement professional with 12 years of experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. Her career trajectory accelerated with four influential years as a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) member before assuming a supervisory role. She has a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, a Master Peace Officer license, and a Master Jailer License. Stephanie has developed and implemented crisis intervention training programs for law enforcement professionals and is passionate about improving law enforcement responses to mental health crises. She is experienced in handling challenging situations with professionalism and is committed to community safety. Stephanie holds a voting chair position in the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee and is a certified Mental Health Officer. As an instructor, Sergeant Stephanie Piper, aims to create a culture of de-escalation within law enforcement agencies and promote safer and more empathetic interactions between officers and individuals in crisis.

This Basic Instructor Certification course is designed to provide the basic concepts of instruction and to increase the quality of professional law enforcement training. This course introduces the student to the teaching-learning process, phases of the teaching-learning process, factors affecting learning, needs assessment, task analysis, developing learning objectives, preparing a lesson plan, and methods of instruction. The students will be taught how to develop and use instructional media to enhance their presentations. In addition, the fundamental techniques of developing testing and evaluation procedures will be presented. Each trainee must demonstrate the basic knowledge and skills required to effectively instruct a lesson during two teaching exercises which will be evaluated by two instructors. Learning Objectives: • Course overview • The teaching-learning process • The domains of learning • Factors affecting learning. • Phases of the teaching-learning process • Learning objectives • Preparing a lesson plan • Methods of instruction • Testing and evaluation • Introduction to instructional media • Student development • Student teaching exercises Instructor(s): Lt Michael De Leon, Belinda Mangum (LT Retired) Prerequisites: Two years’ experience as a peace officer, telecommunicator, or jailer; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of teaching experience; or a graduate degree.

This One-Day (8 Hour) course was designed around the proactive patrol officer with a perspective relating to human interaction. There are times when a patrol officer may think something may be out of the norm during a seemingly routine traffic stop, but doesn’t quite know how to articulate such suspicion. Turn Signals!™ will dissect components of patrol level traffic stops to assist officers in the early recognition of the criminal element within their patrol districts and turn the purpose of the detention to a more effective enforcement effort. It is common knowledge amongst the law enforcement community that street level drug dealers and drug users present a challenge that have a negative impact within our communities. Turn Signals!™ a course designed and developed by an active K9 officer in Texas working a metropolitan city and based on his personal experience, offers tools patrol officers can use to recognize, investigate and articulate interactions with the criminal element that they face during their course of duty. As the law enforcement profession constantly evolves, officers must be aware of changes that affect how they perform their duties. Turn Signals!™ will help the individual officer recognize and understand Supreme Court case law and how it can dictate the scope of authority during these encounters. The course describes various operational and behavioral components that are exhibited by the street level criminal element and provides various techniques to enhance the ability of the officer to recognize, identify and apprehend suspects. The recognition of activities begins with applying various behavioral detection methodology used to identify vehicles operated by suspects and goes into roadside interaction with the occupants to narrow down the presence of criminal activity. The case law application and proper documentation techniques discussed will enable the officer to not only be aware of various legal issues surrounding how they conduct a legal detention; it also assists with improving written documentation of the said observations to make a strong case for prosecution. Any patrol officer, school district officer, special enforcement officer, traffic officer, who makes traffic stops in the course of their duty will benefit greatly from attending this course. It is designed to enhance the officers’ ability to be more successful and win not only on patrol but also in the legal realm. Instructor: Oscar Gonzalez, full bio in "News" Tab.

The Basic Instructor Certification program endeavors to equip individuals with primary principles of instruction, thereby enhancing the caliber of professional law enforcement training. The course covers various aspects of the teaching-learning process, including the different phases, factors influencing learning, needs assessment, task analysis, developing learning objectives, preparing lesson plans, and methods of instruction. Participants will also learn how to supplement their presentations by developing and integrating instructional media. The course will additionally cover essential techniques for designing testing and evaluation procedures. To exhibit their proficiency, each trainee will conduct two teaching exercises, which will undergo evaluation by two instructors. Topics Covered: COURSE OVERVIEW THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS THE DOMAINS OF LEARNING FACTORS AFFECTING LEARNING PHASES OF THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS LEARNING OBJECTIVES PREPARING A LESSON PLAN METHODS OF INSTRUCTION TESTING AND EVALUATION INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TEACHING EXERCISES Instructor: Lieutenant Michael De Leon possesses over 16 years of experience as a Texas Peace Officer serving as both a Patrol Officer and Deputy Constable. Over the years, he has consistently strived to enhance his skills and qualifications, obtaining certifications as a Mental Health Officer and certified Crisis/Hostage Negotiator. His achievements include serving in various capacities, including Negotiator, Training Coordinator, and Team Commander in a joint metro SWAT team. He holds several notable certifications, including an Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Master Peace Officer proficiency, Advanced Instructor, and Instructor for De-Escalation.

Texas legislature requires all law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough pre-employment background investigation prior to appointing an applicant as a Texas Peace Officer, Jailer or Telecommunicator. This course is designed to guide investigators through a proper process to satisfy TCOLE background requirements. For a PO or Check payment please email, Sam@MengerUsa.com to have an invoice sent to you.