This is a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) elective Elementary Education Outreach: Building Trust with Young Learners #4203 online training course offered for Texas Peace Officers, Jailers, and Telecommunicators.

The Elementary Educational Outreach Training, proposed by Representative Jarvis Johnson and funded by the 88th Texas Legislature, has been designed to share best practices for peace officers to engage youth to promote positive interactions between children and law enforcement.

This dynamic course equips law enforcement professionals with the tools to engage elementary-aged children in a way that is age-appropriate, approachable, and rooted in trust. Whether you're a school resource officer or serving the broader community, this training bridges the gap between youth and law enforcement by focusing on human connection and positive presence.

Participants will explore key principles of child development, strategies for building rapport, and effective methods of community engagement tailored to younger audiences. By the end of the course, officers will feel confident initiating meaningful interactions that foster safety, approachability, and long-term trust with the next generation.

Learning Objectives:

- Understand the developmental stages of elementary-aged children
- Apply age-appropriate communication and engagement strategies
- Build rapport through empathy, active listening, and community presence
- Promote a positive and trustworthy image of law enforcement in school and non-school settings

This course aligns with TCOLE guidelines and best practices for youth engagement in educational and community outreach settings.

Please note, the entire course, final exam(s), and course evaluation(s) must be completed in order to receive two(2) hours of course credit.

TCOLE Reporting

OSS Academy® typically reports 4 to 5 times each week [excluding U.S. Federal holidays]. We report your credit directly through TCLEDDS to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement [TCOLE]. You should have already provided your full and correct name, TCOLE PID number, and other important information when registering for your account. If not, once logged in, go to Edit Profile to update your information.

Should you have any questions, simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.  

OSS Academy® courses are recognized by more Peace Officer Standards and Training boards and correctional associations than any other online training provider.

Our courses are designed by Subject Matter Experts who are nationally recognized and licensed instructors. Many of our experts testify in law enforcement, corrections, and security related defense cases throughout the U.S.

Our curriculum meets or exceeds state course objective requirements.

For more information, visit OSS - Law Enforcement Advisors® or OSS Academy® online or simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.    

TCOLE Training, Proficiency Requirements, & Course Equivalents

For your convenience, OSS Academy® provides a TCOLE Course Equivalent Resourcewith imbedded hyperlinks.

See also, our entire TCOLE Courses Listing.

Should you have any questions, simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.