Law Enforcement Academy
Program Level: Degrees
Department: Protective Services
Institute: Public Service
College: SAC
The Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) is currently taking applications for next class which starts May 2021.
All Personal History Statements (PHS) and required paperwork and documentation are due within two (2) weeks of being issued to you. Last day to accept a (PHS) is April 2, 2021 by 5 p.m.
All medical (L2) and psychological (L3) are due by the date assigned to you by the LEA.
Current TCOLE licensed Jailers and Dispatchers using a Declaration of Licensing Course Enrollment Eligibility (DOLCE/L1) are due by April 2, 2021 by 5 p.m.
Those who do not meet the deadlines, may be considered for August 2021 academy.
For more information or requesting a application please email Michelle Contreras mcontreras84@alamo.edu
What is the program?
San Antonio College's (SAC) Law Enforcement Academy is designed to prepare the individual for a career in law enforcement and correctional science.
The program offers a Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE) approved law enforcement academy. Also, in collaboration with the Criminal Justice Program an AAS degree available to achieve an Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree for career advancement.
- Law Enforcement, Level I Certificate
- This certificate offers students the opportunity to begin working on courses that will satisfy requirements under the A.A.S. degree in Law Enforcement.
- With this award, you may seek jobs such as: entry level law enforcement upon receiving TCOLE license.
What's special about the program?
- Instructors in this program are seasoned active or veterans in the law enforcement service with many years of cumulative teaching and different professions in the criminal justice system.
What will I learn?
Courses are designed to provide knowledge and techniques for understanding how criminal justice and social structures influence human behavior.
What can I do with this course study?
Qualified graduates to seek employment for most municipal police departments, county jails, or state correctional facilities.
Courses Offered by Semester
Texas Peace Officer
The purpose of the San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy’s Basic Peace Officer course, a 696 hour course of study, is to prepare prospective law enforcement officers for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Certification Exam. Students who successfully complete the academic academy will earn a Level 1 Certificate in Law Enforcement and will be able to sit for the TCOLE Basic Peace Officer State Exam
In addition, upon successful completion, the student may apply the Level 1 Certificate towards the Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science (AAS – Law Enforcement option). The academy also offers TCOLE in-service courses for the purpose of enhancing the Peace Officers’ level of proficiency and meeting training requirements.
BPOC (Basic Police Officer Certification)
Training as a peace officer at San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy is a great way to start an exciting career.
Students work with instructors who are experienced peace officers.
Studies include topics that reflect real-life situations.
We maintain relationships with area police agencies as prospective employers for graduates.
The San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy may be taken as credit or noncredit.
(Noncredit for those who qualify: live out of district or already have a degree from an accredited college or university) .
San Antonio College Law Enforcement Academy is licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. (TCOLE).
Spring Semester - January
Texas Peace Officer courses offered Day, Night, and Weekend classes
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV
Summer Semester - May
Texas Peace Officer courses offered Day, Night, and Weekend classes
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV
Fall Semester - August
Texas Peace Officer courses offered Day, Night, and Weekend classes
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV
Let's Get Started
SAC has temporarily adjusted our enrollment process to allow steps to be completed remotely by students. Please follow the 1,2,3 Steps.
STEP 1: Registration
The center provides assistance with the following:
- Apply Texas application for admission
- Completion of the SAC enrollment steps and AlamoEnroll modules
- Submission of official transcripts, Bacterial Meningitis, and other important documents
- New Student Orientation Sign-Up
- New student orientation is mandatory for all student entering SAC for the first time.
- Enrollment Coach assistance
Contact:
- SAC Virtual Welcome Center
- Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- alamo.zoom.us/my/sacenroll
- sac-nsoinformation@alamo.edu
The Financial Aid Office offers assistance in applying, processing, and maintaining financial aid.
Contact:
- dst-sfs@alamo.edu
- (210) 212-5266
- Virtual Financial Aid Office
- Fridays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- alamo.zoom.us/my/sacenroll
The Assessment and Testing Center provides provides assistance with
- Test Administration of the TSI Exam for college placement
- Evaluate student's TSI status
Contact:
STEP 2: Enrollment
A. Advising
Certified Advisors provide a variety of advising services including, but not limited to answering the following questions:
- What degree do I follow?
- What classes do I take?
- Do I get credit for my certifications and training?
- How close am I to graduating?
- When do I apply for graduation?
- I have enrollment holds, what do I do?
- How do I declare my major?
Contact:
- (210) 486-0328
- sac-bpsi@alamo.edu (please include Banner ID and e-mail)
- Certified Advisor: Valente Revelez, vrevelez@alamo.edu
C. Ready to Enroll
- Register for Classes: Click Here
STEP 3: Payment
A. Business Office - Pay My Tuition
Provides a financial system of charges, refunds, and payments.
- Are installment plans available?
- How much do I owe? or I need a refund.
- How do I Pay?
- Send money orders and certified checks to
- 1819 N. MAIN AVE., SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78212, ATTN: BUSINESS OFFICE
- Online Payment Click Here
- Send money orders and certified checks to
Contact:
(210) 486-0201
C.E. Registration
Continuing Education Law Enforcement Academy courses are limited in size. Courses are restricted to those students with specific prerequisites. In these instances, the Director will verify that students meet prerequisite requirements.
Important Dates
Spring Semester 2021 |
Academic/Registration Calendars - Click Here |
Semester Registration Dates
Spring Semester Registration Starts: November 16, 2020
Police Academy Applicants Deadline: December 11, 2020
Police Academy Applicants (current detention officers and dispatchers) Deadline: January 11, 2021
Basic Peace Officer I, II, III, & IV
Day & Night Classes Start: January 11, 2021
Weekend Classes Start: January 9, 2021
TCOLE Requirements
Civilian (Non-Licensed Person)
In order to become licensed as a peace officer in Texas there are four requirements:
- meet the minimum standards for enrollment and initial licensure;
- successful completion of the basic licensing course;
- passing of the state licensing examination; and
- appointment by a law enforcement agency
TCOLE Documentation
Faculty & Adjunct Instructors
| Names |
| Archilla, Matthew |
| Bowen, Christopher |
| Burgess, Michael |
| Charles, Martin |
| Christilles, Ernest |
| Contreras, Carlos |
| Contreras, Juan |
| Contreras, Vincent |
| DeHoyos, Joseph |
| DeLaPortilla,Gilbert |
| Ellis, David |
| Felan, Jorge |
| Flowers, James |
| Gonzales, Richard |
| Gutierrez, Dustin |
| Hixon, William |
| Joseph, Milton C |
| Mireles, Johnny |
| Moin, Raymond |
| Mound, Gary |
| O'Dell, Charles |
| Padilla, David |
| Phelt, Jessica |
| Poore, Arthur |
| Raft, Lisa |
| Redman, Chris |
| Rider, Roger |
| Robles, Daniel |
| Saucedo, Edward |
| Stricklin, John |
| Valdez, Michael |
| Villarreal, Jennifer |
Contact Us
Contact Us |
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| Martin Davila Chair of Protective Services, Law Enforcement and Mortuary Science
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sac-protsvcs@alamo.edu
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Director: |
location: |
phone: |
email: rbarrientez4@alamo.edu |
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Jessica Phelt LEA Faculty Instructor
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San Antonio College First Responders Academy
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(210) 486-0987 (Office)
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Jbrowne2@alamo.edu |
| Julio C. Arroyo Administrative Services Specialist |
San Antonio College First Responders Academy |
(210)-486-0086 (Office) |
jarroyo1@alamo.edu |
| Michelle Contreras Administrative Service Specialist Protective Services
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San Antonio College |
210-486-1336 |
mcontreras84@alamo.edu |
Location(s):
Off Campus
First Responders Academy (FRA=011)
15775 IH 35 South
Atascosa, TX 78002
Download Map PDF
On Campus
Oppenheimer Academic Center, Rm 227
Location(s):
Off Campus
First Responders Academy (FRA=011)
15775 IH 35 South
Atascosa, TX 78002
Download Map PDF
On Campus
Oppenheimer Academic Center, Rm 227
Please contact call center (210-212-5266), LiveChat (In the bottom right hand side on any SAC webpage) and zoom room available to assist students
Last Updated: 11/13/2020