In-Person
NHTSA SFST Refresher (TCOLE #2178)
Hosted by: Texas Department of Public Safety
Venue: Hidalgo County Sheriff Academy 715 E El Cibolo Rd, Edinburg, TX 78541
Date: July 9, 2024, 8:00 am
The NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Refresher Course (TCOLE #2178) is an essential training for law enforcement officers who have previously completed the initial SFST course. This program is structured to reinforce and update the knowledge and skills necessary for the accurate administration and interpretation of field sobriety tests. Participants will revisit fundamental principles, gain insights into recent advancements in field sobriety testing techniques, and engage in practical exercises to ensure proficiency.
This course aims to enhance officers' ability to identify impaired drivers effectively, thereby contributing to improved public safety. By providing a comprehensive review and practice session, this refresher course ensures that law enforcement personnel remain well-equipped to perform their duties with competence and confidence.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction and Overview
Module 2: Legal and Scientific Foundations
Module 3: Review of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Module 4: Recent Developments in SFST
Module 5: Practical Exercises
Module 6: Reporting and Testimony
Module 7: Evaluation and Certification
Conclusion:
By completing the NHTSA SFST Refresher Course (TCOLE #2178), law enforcement officers will refine their field sobriety testing abilities, ensuring they are prepared to handle impaired driving situations with the highest level of skill and professionalism.
Required Equipment: None
Start: July 9, 2024, 8:00 am
End: July 9, 2024, 12:00 pm
Registration Opens: June 1, 2024
Registration Closes: July 9, 2024
Training Instructors
Lead Instructor