Expired Interacting with Drivers who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing 7887

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  • Drivers who are Deaf HOH
     March 27, 2023
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Capital Area Council of Governments - Lantana Room

Venue Address:
6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Suite 155, Austin, Texas, 78744, United States

Description:

Enter the Lantana through the Suite 155 main entrance. The suite’s door way is to the left in building 310’s main lobby.

Law enforcement officers who enroll in this TCOLE mandated course will learn about using appropriate techniques to interact and communicate with drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing. They will receive practical training on how to effectively communicate by themselves but also learn when an interpreter may be required.

As part of the course, officers will learn how to identify someone who is deaf or hard of hearing. They also will learn regulations for law enforcement agencies regarding deaf and hard of hearing individuals under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

TCOLE Course Number: 7887

TCOLE Training Hours: 3

Special Instructions

Attendee must bring their PID # to receive TCOLE credit for the courses affiliated with CAPCOG.  To promote a professional environment, CAPCOG requires proper business attire. T-shirts, capri pants and flip-flops are prohibited.  No meals provided.

For Questions

Please contact Terri Kroeger,  CAPCOG regional law enforcement academy coordinator.

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