Upcoming Trainings

JMHO (TCOLE 5900)

  • → 8/19-23/2024 / Tyler, TX
  • Training Opportunities

  • Jail Mental Health Officer Course (TCOLE 5900)

    This course is designed to certify the student (detention officer) as a Jail Mental Health Officer (Special Officer for Mental Health Assignment under 1701.404 of the Texas Occupations Code). In a jail setting, a Jail Mental Health Officer typically serves as a liaison between the jail and the court and medical/mental health providers. They are generally called upon to assist in de-escalating persons in mental crisis, coordinating care, and assisting with continuity of care as requested.

    The course is delivered through a combination of classroom lecture, group discussion and activities, and one-on-one scenario role-play. It covers learning objectives such as understanding common mental disorders, de-escalating people with mental disorders, resources available to assist with the continuity of care, and individual self-care.

    Limited spots available.

    Training Hours: 40

    Cost: Free

    Date: August 19-23, 2024

    Time: 8:00am–5:00pm

    Location: Tyler Junior College, West Campus
    1530 SSW Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75701

    To Register:
    Contact Melvin Bowser
    melvin.bowser@tcjs.state.tx.us
    512-799-6931

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