This training session is designed to help training coordinators, lead instructors, and background investigators attain a clear understanding of the statutory obligations and administrative requirements of an agency's training contract. This 6-hr. course is free of charge and will be presented on 2/12/25 at the Emergency Services Education Center at the McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas.
In-Service Training
The McLennan Community College Law Enforcement Academy offers two Basic Peace Officer Certification Courses a year, July to November and January to June, with applications available in May and October, respectively. In addition, In-Service training is offered for Peace Officers, Jailers, Tele-communicators, and civilians employed by law enforcement-related agencies. Classes are held at the McLennan's Emergency Services Education Center and registration is through MyMCC, unless otherwise stated. Dress is Business Casual.
Register online:LE In-Service Classes
TCOLE State Examination
Cost: $35
For scheduled testing dates and times, contact Matthew Wise or Julie McGrath at (254)299-6529 or email jmcgrath@mclennan.edu or mwise@mclennan.edu
Telecommunicator Academy A-2025
Possible 143 TCOLE hours
Independent Application Orientation February 3rd. 2025 10:00 a.m.
Date: April 14th-May 13th, 2025
Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $300.00 Contact mwise@mclennan.edu or jmcgrath@mclennan.edu for registration information.
Law Enforcement Academy B-2025
Possible 778 Hours TCOLE
Date: July 7th, 2025 - December 4th, 2025
Time: M-F, with some exceptions; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. with some exceptions
Cost: $1695 plus uniforms, other gear, ammo, etc...
Contact mwise@mclennan.edu or jmcgrath@mclennan.edu for more information.
**Mandatory Independent Orientation Monday, March 17th , 2025 at 10:00 a.m.**
Email mwise@mclennan.edu to be added to the list for an online attendance option
New Detective School #3296
Host Agency: McLennan Community College LEA
Training Location: Emergency Services Education Center, 7601 Steinbeck Bend Road, Rm 105, Waco, TX
76708. The training location is near the airport away from the main campus.
Course Date: January 20-23, 2025
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Length of course: 32 hours (Training hours will be reported by CLEAT)
Cost per attendee: $175.00
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Eyewitness Evidence & Identification #3286
Host Agency: McLennan Community College LEA
Training Location: Emergency Services Education Center, 7601 Steinbeck Bend Road, Rm 105, Waco, TX
76708. The training location is near the airport away from the main campus.
Course Date: January 24, 2025
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Length of course: 8 hours
Cost per attendee: $50.00 or $20.00 if you attend both the New Detective School (#3296) & Eyewitness Evidence and Investigation (#3286)
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TCOLE Basic Instructor #1014
Instructor: Sergeant Garen Bynum, Waco PD
Location: 7601 Steinbeck Bend Road, Waco, TX 76708
Student Pre-Requisites: 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.
Certification Requirements: Individuals must meet proficiency certification requirements as set out in TCOLE Rule §221.27; submit completed application on currently prescribed format, and application fee.
Possible 40 hours of TCOLE credit
Date: February 10th - 14th, 2025
Time: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Price: $165.00
Contact mwise@mclennan.edu or jmcgrath@mclennan.edu for registration information.