Law Enforcement Academy Certificate Level 1 (43.0107) Uvalde and Eagle Pass Campuses
Academy Application
2025 - 2026 Academy Application Packet
Packets for the Uvalde Alpha Academy are due on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 12:00 pm (noon).
Packets for the Eagle Pass Bravo Night Academy are due on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 12:00 pm (noon).
Packets for the Uvalde Charlie Academy are due on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 12:00 pm (noon).
Mandatory Orientation Dates:
*Mandatory Orientation for the Uvalde Alpha Academy will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025, from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
*Mandatory Orientation for the Eagle Pass Bravo Night Academy will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
*Mandatory Orientation for the Uvalde Charlie Academy will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
The application can be filled in on the user's computer and then printed for submission or printed and then handwritten for submission. You may return the completed forms and required documentation to the following campus location:
Teresa Zamarripa
Office Manager
Southwest Texas College
Law Enforcement Academy Building (Building AB)
2401 Garner Field Road
Uvalde, TX 78801
(830) 591-4158
Law Enforcement Academy Purpose
The purpose of the Southwest Texas College Law Enforcement Academy’s Basic Peace Officer course, a 784-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 Academy will earn a Level 1 Certificate in Criminal Justice 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 – Basic Peace Officer option). The Academy also offers TCOLE in-service courses at both intermediate and advanced levels for the purpose of enhancing the Peace Officers’ level of proficiency and meeting training requirements.
Admission Requirements- Basic Peace Officer Program
To be admitted, a prospective student must comply with TCOLE rule 217.1 https://www.tcole.texas.gov/content/commission-rules
- The Level I Certificate is TSI-waived; however individuals are encouraged to take the TSI Assessment and, if necessary, enroll in the appropriate developmental education courses in preparation to continue to the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Criminal Justice. Individuals who have Military Exemption or individuals with a B.S. or B.A. degree or higher will not be required to test.
- complete an SWTX Application for Admission.
- submit a completed Criminal History Check form (FAST form).
- be physically sound for the performance of duty appropriate to the type of license sought. Submit Physician, psychological and Drug Screening results (TCOLE L-2 & L-3 Forms).
Program of Study
Law Enforcement Academy Certificate
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| CJLE 1506 | Basic Peace Officer I | 5 |
| CJLE 1512 | Basic Peace Officer II | 5 |
| Total | 10 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CJLE 1518 | Basic Peace Officer III | 5 |
| CJLE 1524 | Basic Peace Officer IV | 5 |
| CJLE 1429 | Basic Peace Officer V | 4 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 24 |
A 20-week option is exclusively designed for cohorts located at the Uvalde campus and is offered twice a year depending on demand.
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV
CJLE 1429 Basic Peace Officer V
Total Credit Hours for Certificate 24
Tuition and Fees
Students enrolling in the Academy pay regular college tuition, fees and additional surcharges. Additional fees are also required prior to admission upon acceptance to the program. The following fees are approximate costs identified to assist the student in financial planning (Note: prices vary from year to year):
- CPR Certification Fee = $38.00
- State Test Fee - $35.00
Prior to Acceptance to the Academy
- Students MUST be approved by TCOLE fingerprint screening. Students must make an appointment with FAST services online https://uenroll.identogo.com/servicecode/11G4J8 - $38.50.
- Physical and Drug Screening (L-2 form) must be completed by a licensed physician designated by the Academy – prices vary depending on the physician. (contact the Academy office for physician information).
- Students must complete a Psychological exam (L-3 form) with an approved Academy psychologist (contact the Academy office for psychologist information) - $100.00 (prices subject to change).
- The Level I Certificate is TSI-waived; however individuals are encouraged to take the TSI Assessment and, if necessary, enroll in the appropriate developmental education courses in preparation to continue to the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Criminal Justice.
Upon acceptance to the Academy
Once a student has been accepted into the Southwest Texas College Law Enforcement Academy, the following purchases will need to be made:
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- A uniform of Royal Blue Classroom shirt and Grey PT shirt MUST be ordered from an approved vendor (contact the Academy office for vendor information).
- Academy Headcover (cap with Academy seal) MUST be made from an approved vendor (contact the Academy office for vendor information).
- Khaki tactical pants (no specific vendor)
- Black Duty Boots, minimum 8” high(must be able to shine) – Prices vary
- Black Shorts/Black Sweatpants/Black Windpants for PT
- Black socks
- Running sneakers
- Books purchased through SWTX bookstore: (HFRG Threat Pattern Recognition Use of Force Student, Priced at campus bookstore)
- Ammunition (PISTOL/RIFLE AMMO MUST BE BRASS CASINGS ONLY)
- 9mm (9x19mm) Pistol AMMO: 800-1,000 rounds
- 12 GAUGE
- Shotgun-SLUGS: 15 ROUNDS
- Shotgun-00, 9 PELLET BUCKSHOT: 15 ROUNDS
- Shotgun-Birdshot: 25 ROUNDS
- Remington .223/NATO or 5.56 RIFLE AMMO: 300 ROUNDS
- Testing
- State Exam - $35.00
Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
Southwest Texas College Law Enforcement Academy reserves the right to request the withdrawal of any student whose health, attendance, conduct, personal qualities or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program. Students must maintain a minimum grade of 80 in all areas of the academy program. Students withdrawing from the academy must comply with the SWTX withdrawal policy and must participate in an exit interview in order to remain in good standing.
Law Enforcement Academy Catalog Pages
Program of Study Full-Text Catalog Pages (Opens Full Catalog)
Law Enforcement Academy Class Schedule
Daytime Classes
Alpha Class Day Academy – Uvalde; M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Evening Classes
Bravo Class Night Academy – Eagle Pass; M-F, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Charlie Class Night Academy – Uvalde; M-F, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Law Enforcement Academy Resources
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Visit with Your Success Coach
- Crystal City and Pearsall Students
- Del Rio Students
- Eagle Pass Students
- Hondo Students
- Uvalde Students
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Idalia DeLaCruz |
(830) 374-2828
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Laura Gloria |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
International students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Alexya Herrera |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Alexya M. Herrera.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose a virtual appointment by clicking the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Audrey Sturdevant |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.