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This 6-day, 60 hour course is designed as an introduction to law enforcement professionals who will conduct or support dignitary/executive protective service operations for elected officials, political appointees, members of the court, high profile individuals of wealth or potential targets of terrorism and/or criminal acts. There will be classroom, field operational planning, and exercises to include live fire drills. The student will gain the knowledge and skills to organize, plan, and execute protective security detail. Prerequisite: 1. LEO only (Military or Private Security by invite only). 2. All students must be current in weapons qualification in accordance with respective agency policy. Required Training Materials: Duty Weapon 200 rounds of ammunition Three magazines Magazine pouches Body armor Holster for concealed carry (NO duty rig, shoulder holster, or cross draw) Unmarked vehicle strongly preferred Ear and eye protection for range Small flashlight (Example: Stream light /surefire) Sharpies (Gold & Black) The class will start at the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Training Academy on Wednesday August 25, 2026 and continue at various locations the following days in the Austin area. Williamson County Sheriffs Office 8160 Chandler Road Hutto, Tx 78634 Tuesday 25th classroom WCSO Training center 0800-1700 Wednesday 26th - Advanced and Route Planning 0800-1700 Thursday 27th - range day WCSO Range 0800-1700 Friday 28th - Motorcade / SIMS scenarios COTA 0800-2200 Saturday 29th - Live Exercise at multiple locations in the Austin area 0800-2300 Sunday 30th – Debrief WCSO Training center 0900-1200 (Times are subject to change, this is a hands on class with field exercises, at different locations throughout central Texas. Majority of this class will be outside.)

Learn the latest Texas and Federal law regarding search warrants! Students will learn how to draft a search warrant affidavit by collectively discussing fact based scenarios based on current case law. The instructor will facilitate discussion, lecture on Knock and talk, Knock and announce, The Fourth Amendment as applied to search warrants; probable cause, and hands-on experience in writing search warrant affidavits and constructing search warrants and returns. Class exercises include a fact pattern for which each attendee writes a search warrant affidavit and submits it to the instructors for constructive critique. A flash drive containing handouts with current law, templates for search warrant documents, and reminders of the subject matter covered is provided to each attendee. Your Instructor, Ted Wilson is a retired Assistant District Attorney with 35 years of service. He concluded his career as the Chief of the Special Crimes Bureau, where he worked closely with law enforcement on active investigations and authored numerous search warrants. Ted also co-authored the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association Manual on writing search warrants, alongside Tom Bridges.

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

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.

De-Escalation Techniques - Limiting the Use of Force in Public Interactions This 8-hour course satisfies the mandated requirement for officers for advancing their license to Advanced Peace Officer required by Senate Bill #1849. Topics Covered: Recognizing signs of escalating behavior Active listening and empathetic communication skills Verbal de-escalation strategies Body language awareness and interpretation Managing personal space and maintaining safety Effective crisis intervention techniques When to seek backup and specialized support Benefits of Attending: Enhance public safety and community trust Reduce the risk of physical confrontations Improve officer decision-making in high-stress situations Develop greater confidence in managing challenging encounters Instructor: Christopher Walsh Chris Walsh is a highly experienced and certified law enforcement professional with a passion for promoting de-escalation and wellness in the field. With over a decade of instruction experience, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge to the classroom, including certifications as a Verbal Judo Instructor, P.P.C.T. Instructor, and Defensive Tactics Adjunct Instructor with the Austin Police Department (APD). Additionally, Chris holds advanced certifications in stress management, communication tactics, and emotional intelligence, making him uniquely qualified to teach de-escalation techniques to law enforcement personnel. Chris has taught a wide range of topics, including Active Shooter response, Officer Survival, Mental Health, and Stress Inoculation, and has trained officers in communication, mindfulness, and resilience techniques. As a certified HeartMath Coach and Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath Instructor, he integrates mindfulness and emotional regulation strategies into law enforcement training to enhance officers' ability to manage stress and defuse potentially volatile situations. As an Academy Instructor since 2013, and a part-time BPOC Instructor at CAPCOG, Chris has continuously refined his training to meet the evolving needs of law enforcement professionals. Chris' experience spans a variety of law enforcement contexts, from basic life support and tactical courses to peer support and leadership development.

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. Students will have knowledge upon competition of this course on: SB 24, Documentation required (CBF), Secureshare, Internal affairs (G) files, the Appointment Process Flowchart and 1701.451 Pre-employment Procedure. 1. Student will be able to list the Documents needed from a Law Enforcement applicant. 2. Student will be able to identify the minimum standards required for persons to be licensed/appointed. 3. Student will have knowledge of the phases required during the pre-employment background investigation. 4. Student will identify the importance of conducting & documenting a Background Investigation. 5. Students will be able to explain the reason for conducting a proper and complete applicant Background Investigation. 6. Student will be able to identify disqualifiers through the background investigation. 7. Students will understand how to request, view, upload personnel files through the secured share platform. 8. Students will be able to identify the required areas to be filled out on the Background Confirmation Form. Instructor: Lieutenant John Helenberg is an advanced instructor with extensive experience developing and instructing various curriculums. John served as the Director for Agency Operations for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and was responsible for oversight of agency audits. John has experience teaching for The Leadership Executive Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University, The Justice Court Training Center and ALERRT Training Center at Texas State University, The Sheriff’s Association of Texas and The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. John served 25 years with the Texas Military Forces, promoting to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5 and served as a military instructor for Defensive Tactics, Physical Security, Investigations, Firearms, Use of Force, and other related topics.

Learn the latest Texas and Federal law regarding search warrants! Students will learn how to draft a search warrant affidavit by collectively discussing fact-based scenarios based on current case law. The instructor will facilitate discussion, lecture on Knock and talk, Knock and announce, The Fourth Amendment as applied to search warrants, probable cause, and hands-on experience in writing search warrant affidavits and constructing search warrants and returns. Class exercises include a fact pattern for which each attendee writes a search warrant affidavit and submits it to the instructors for constructive critique. A flash drive containing handouts with current law, templates for search warrant documents, and reminders of the subject matter covered is provided to each attendee. Your Instructor, Ted Wilson, is a retired Assistant District Attorney with 35 years of service. He concluded his career as the Chief of the Special Crimes Bureau, where he worked closely with law enforcement on active investigations and authored numerous search warrants. Ted also co-authored the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association Manual on writing search warrants, alongside Tom Bridges.

This 8-hour course satisfies the mandated requirement for officers for advancing their license to Advanced Peace Officer required by Senate Bill #1849. Topics Covered: Recognizing signs of escalating behavior Active listening and empathetic communication skills Verbal de-escalation strategies Body language awareness and interpretation Managing personal space and maintaining safety Effective crisis intervention techniques When to seek backup and specialized support Instructor: Chris Walsh is a highly experienced and certified law enforcement professional with a passion for promoting de-escalation and wellness in the field. With over a decade of instruction experience, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge to the classroom, including certifications as a Verbal Judo Instructor, P.P.C.T. Instructor, and Defensive Tactics Adjunct Instructor with the Austin Police Department (APD). Additionally, Chris holds advanced certifications in stress management, communication tactics, and emotional intelligence, making him uniquely qualified to teach de-escalation techniques to law enforcement personnel. Chris has taught a wide range of topics, including Active Shooter response, Officer Survival, Mental Health, and Stress Inoculation, and has trained officers in communication, mindfulness, and resilience techniques. As a certified HeartMath Coach and Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath Instructor, he integrates mindfulness and emotional regulation strategies into law enforcement training to enhance officers' ability to manage stress and defuse potentially volatile situations. As an Academy Instructor since 2013, and a part-time BPOC Instructor at CAPCOG, Chris has continuously refined his training to meet the evolving needs of law enforcement professionals. Chris' experience spans a variety of law enforcement contexts, from basic life support and tactical courses to peer support and leadership development. This diverse background enables Chris to provide officers with the tools they need to successfully navigate high-pressure situations and de-escalate conflicts effectively. Chris is committed to enhancing officer safety, well-being, and community trust through dynamic, practical, and evidence-based training.

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.

This course is designed to instruct police personnel on procedures used for tactical mission planning and briefing of involved law enforcement personnel. Topics include the use of threat matrix, scouting procedures, mission planning documentation, operational planning for high-risk search warrants and briefing procedures. Primary, alternate, contingency, emergency planning, suggestions on how to modify high risk search warrant planning to other types of tactical missions, and much more will also be discussed. The primary goal of this course is to expose attendees to the intricacies of high risk search warrant documentation, planning, and briefing to allow for mission success. This is NOT a tactics or scouting course. Various tactical and scouting options will be discussed to demonstrate the flexibility of the briefing process. Upon completion of this course the attendee will be familiar with: 1.Mission Planning Documentation 2.High Risk Warrant Service Planning and Briefing 3.Barricaded Subject Operations Planning and Briefing 4. Scouting Procedures and Additional Resource Utilization 5. Primary, Alternate, Contingency and Emergency Planning 6. Examples of Mission Briefings 7. Group “Mock” Warrant Planning and Briefing Presentation Instructor: Richard Moore is a law enforcement professional with over a decade of dedicated service to the Travis County Sheriff’s Office. Richard quickly distinguished himself and was integral to the Travis County Correctional Tactical Team in 2013. Following his foundational years, Richard advanced through the ranks, transferring to the Law Enforcement Bureau as a Deputy in 2016. His commitment to professional development is evident in his participation in specialized training programs, including Travis County SWAT School 2017, Travis County Special Response Team (SRT) in 2017, and the Travis County SWAT Augment Team 2018. Richard’s expertise extends beyond his operational roles. He is certified in all chemical munitions, less-lethal impact weapons, and distraction devices. His instructor certifications encompass Building Clearing (Push, Pin & Hold), ALERRT Active Shooter Levels 1 & 2, ALERRT Exterior Response to Active Shooter Events (ERASE), Tac Flow ballistic shield, and Firearms. He is also a Simunition Scenario & Safety Instructor and is trained in Tactical Surveillance Techniques and High-Risk Event Planning for narcotic operations and vehicle operations. Richard holds certifications for Glock and FN303 armor.

This course is currently full. Please email us at Training@MengerUsa.com to be put on the waiting list. Learn the latest Texas and Federal law regarding search warrants! Instructors provide the fact scenarios based on current case law, facilitate discussion, and opportunities for hands-on experience in writing search warrant affidavits and constructing search warrants and returns. Class exercises include a fact pattern for which each attendee writes a search warrant affidavit and submits it to the instructors for constructive critique. A flash drive containing handouts with current law, templates for search warrant documents, and reminders of the subject matter covered is provided to each attendee. 16 Hour- 2 day course Instructor: Ted Wilson is a retired Assistant District Attorney with 35 years of service. He concluded his career as the Chief of the Special Crimes Bureau, where he worked closely with law enforcement on active investigations and authored numerous search warrants. Ted also co-authored the Texas District and County Attorneys Association Manual on writing search warrants, alongside Tom Bridges. ***********All students must bring a laptop with them.*************

The Hostage Negotiation course is specifically designed for law enforcement professionals and tactical team members who are responsible for crisis response and hostage situations. Sgt. David Carroll (retired) has 29+ years LE experience with majority specialized in Crisis/Hostage Negotiation experience to include CNT Management and Training and crisis response with the tactical team. Co Taught with our training coordinator LT(Retired) Belinda Mangum who was also the sgt of the hostage negotiations team. Topics: History of Negotiations Tactical Use of Negotiators Team Structure / Command Post Basics of Negotiating - Intelligence Communications & rapport building Suicidal and negotiations Critical Incident Management Psychology of Negotiations Terrorism and extremists Stress Management-the aftermath Scenario based training and practical exercises Legal Issues Training Development H.O.B.A.S. If you will be paying with a credit card you may register through our website: MengerPublicSafety.com To have your agency pay, please email us at Training@MengerUsa.com. We will provide a one time registration code to discount your registration 100% on our website and we will have an invoice sent. Please include the POC name, email, phone number and the number of students enrolling.