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This one-day course is designed to increase awareness of the issue of human trafficking and its effects on the local community through the exposure of information including: victim identification, investigation, rescue and prosecution considerations, and service provider availability. Participants will discuss development of a coordinated community response and the inter-connectivity of state, federal and global human trafficking concerns.
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5308
This one-day course studies line of duty deaths and other first responder safety situations. Students will learn the dangers of complacency and discuss the effects of such complacency for all first responders. Participants will be instructed on ways telecommunicators can help prevent tragedies and assure safety for all responders. Students will also be given tips on debriefing after high risk calls for service.
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1014
This five-day Basic Instructor Certification course is designed to provide the basic concepts of classroom instruction and to increase the quality of professional training. This course introduces the student to the teaching-learning process, phases of the teaching-learning process, factors affecting learning, preparing a lesson plan, adult learning techniques and methods of instruction. The students learn 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. Students are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop computer with word processing and presentation software. (e.g. PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi, etc.) Student prerequisites include two years of experience as a peace officer, telecommunicator, or jailer.
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1080
This ten-day course, required by TCOLE within the first year of appointment, is designed to provide the new career Telecommunicator with an understanding of the emergency communications environment, and the core competencies in both emergency and non-emergency situations. This course will cover topics such as introduction to the telecommunicator career, interpersonal communications, call processing, emerging and traditional technologies, TTY Telematics, CAD and radio technologies, radio communication techniques, call classifications and liability issues, ethics, cultural diversity, crisis communications and stress, health and awareness. Students are required to successfully complete numerous in class exercises, quizzes and a final exam. Successful completion of this course is required to be eligible to take the Texas State Telecommunicator Licensing Examination. Pre-requisites: Students must meet TCOLE hiring mandates, possess a Personal Identification Number (PID) and hold current CPR certification.
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3852
This one day course is required for all new Telecommunicators in the Denco Area 9-1-1 District within the first 90 days of employment. Instruction covers the 9-1-1 system, equipment features, functionality and procedures, ALI discrepancies, contacting support personnel, etc. This training includes communication and 9-1-1 mapping software training and may be taken as a basic refresher class
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3812
This four-hour course meets the training requirements of the Department of Justice with regard to telecommunicator performance in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Instruction covers topics such as deaf culture, communication style, and legal requirements of ADA as it pertains to emergency communications and access. Identifying and processing calls from TTY callers is extensively covered. The course is required every six months while employed as a telecommunicator; participants will practice processing calls with standalone TTY’s and those in the Denco District will utilize the NG9-1-1 phone equipment for practice. Students must demonstrate proficient use of TTY equipment to pass this course.
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3845
This four-hour course follows the protocol and lesson plan of the American Heart Association including the five links in the adult Chain of Survival: Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response system Early cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with an emphasis on chest compressions Rapid defibrillation Effective advanced life support and Integrated post-cardiac arrest care. Participants will be required to demonstrate CPR on an adult and an infant mannequin as well as complete a written test for certification.
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1080
These study sessions are conducted after each Basic Telecommunicator Course. The study sessions are intended to provide additional assistance in preparing for the Basic Telecommunicator Course and State Licensing Exams. During this session, students can study independently but will have access to an Instructor for questions.
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38700
This two-hour interactive workshop is designed for experienced Communications Training Officers (CTOs) looking to enhance their training techniques and collaborate with peers. Participants will take part in focused discussions and practical exercises that explore real-world training challenges and effective strategies for addressing them. Emphasis is placed on coaching, feedback, and problem-solving in the training environment, along with skill development in areas such as trainee evaluation and communication. With a strong focus on collaboration and shared experience, the workshop provides space for reflection, idea exchange, and actionable takeaways. It’s ideal for CTOs aiming to refine their approach or gain fresh insight into the training process.
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5310
This three-day course certifies the telecommunicator as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher through Priority Dispatch. This training will help participants master the protocols for taking and processing emergency medical calls from the public and dispatching appropriate resources. Participants will learn how to handle difficult callers, identify the correct chief complaint, assign needed resources, effectively communicate between responders and callers, and provide lifesaving support. This is hands-on training with real life examples and exciting audiovisual tools. Students must hold current CPR certification.
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57008
This four-hour course provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of public safety communications professionals in providing quality customer service to 9-1-1 callers and colleagues. Participants will learn how to better identify customers and opportunities to provide outstanding customer service in the 9-1-1 environment.
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