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SUMMARY:Deer Park - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/deer-park-aride-6-17-2025/
LOCATION:Deer Park Police Department Training Facility\, 291 Luella Ave\, Deer Park\, TX\, 77536\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250303T191534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T132726Z
UID:10000237-1750147200-1750266000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Mission - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/mission-aride-6-17-2025/
LOCATION:Mission Police CEED Building\, 801 Bryan Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20241025T135813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T135813Z
UID:10000215-1750233600-1750266000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Round Rock - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/round-rock-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-6-18-2025/
LOCATION:Round Rock Police Department\, 2701 North Mays Street\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78665\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20241025T140314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T140314Z
UID:10000216-1750320000-1750438800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Round Rock - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/round-rock-aride-6-19-2025/
LOCATION:Round Rock Police Department\, 2701 North Mays Street\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78665\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T080000
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CREATED:20250220T221148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T221148Z
UID:10000234-1750406400-1750438800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Mission - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/mission-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-6-20-2025/
LOCATION:Mission Police CEED Building\, 801 Bryan Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250131T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T210336Z
UID:10000230-1751356800-1751475600@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:McMullen - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/mcmullen-aride-7-1-2025/
LOCATION:McMullen County Sheriff’s Office\, 401 North Main Street\, Tilden\, TX\, 78072\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250217T183701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T183701Z
UID:10000232-1751875200-1751994000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Galveston - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/galveston-aride-7-7-2025/
LOCATION:Joe Max Taylor Law Enforcement\, 601 54th Street\, Galveston\, TX\, 77551\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20240722T133826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T133901Z
UID:10000183-1751875200-1752858000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Colleyville - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT - BASIC CERTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION:*REQUEST FOR APPLICATION* \n152-hour course to certify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  The course consists of three phases and a Certification Knowledge Examination:  See entire schedule below \n\nDRE Pre-School\nDRE School\n\nThe DRE Pre-School and DRE School run together over two consecutive weeks (10 days total) \n\nDRE Field Certification\n\nThe DRE Field Certification Phase begins the Monday after the DRE School and runs five days.  It may require a day or two of a second week to complete the field evaluations. \nFor logistical reasons\, all field certification training takes place at either the Bexar County Jail (San Antonio)\, or the Harris County Jail JPC (Houston). \n\nDRE Certification Knowledge Examination\n\nThe DRE Certification Knowledge Exam takes at the original DRE School location a week or two after the conclusion of the Field Certification Phase. \nDRE School\, at Colleyville Center\, 5301 Riverwalk Drive\, Colleyville\, TX\, 76034 \nWeek 1:     July 7 to July 11\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nWeek 2:    July 14 to July 18\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nField Certification Training\, at Bexar County Jail\, 200 N. Comal\, San Antonio\, TX / Mag Office\, 401 South Frio Street\, San Antonio\, Tx \nJuly 21 to July 25\, 2025     Times TBD \nJuly 28 to August 1\, 2025\, as needed.     Times TBD \nCertification Knowledge Exam\, at Colleyville Center\, 5301 Riverwalk Drive\, Colleyville\, TX\, 76034 \nAugust 22\, 2025    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nRequirements to Attend: \n\nHave a minimum of two years experience as a Texas peace officer employed by any state\, county\, or municipal law enforcement agency.\nHave completed the NHTSA 24-hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course prior to application.\nPossess a reasonable background in impaired driving enforcement.\nPossess a documented ability to complete thorough and accurate reports.\nRecommendation of two current Drug Recognition Experts.\n\nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at:  info@texasdre.org \n  \nOnce your application is received you will be emailed a complete information packet. \nSeat confirmation in the course is considered in the order that the completed application packets are received. \nIn cases where the school reaches capacity\, suitable applicants will be placed on a waiting list. \nApplication to the DRE School is a competitive process and acceptance is not guaranteed. \n  \n*Please note this submission does not register you for the course\, it is a request for application for the course.
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/colleyville-drug-recognition-expert-basic-certification-7-7-2025/
LOCATION:Colleyville Center\, 5301 Riverwalk Drive\, Colleyville\, TX\, 76034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert - Basic Certification
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250429T220008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T230557Z
UID:10000248-1753689600-1753894800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Georgetown – Specialized DWI Training “The Medical Foundations of Visual Systems Testing”
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Drug Recognition Expert Program\n\nPresents \nThe Medical Foundations of \nVisual Systems Testing\n \nPresenter:  Dr. Karl Citek\, O.D.\n  \nMany courts will not qualify a DRE as an expert unless he or she has received training from a medical professional. This course will provide the medical and scientific foundations of the various components of the DRE protocol\, including the eye tests\, vital signs and psychophysical and divided attention tasks. Common medical conditions\, rule-outs and alternative explanations for observed signs will be discussed. The course will include numerous videos\, classroom demonstrations and an alcohol workshop. \nThis program is intended for officers who are Certified Drug Recognition Experts (DREs)\, SFST Instructors\, and experienced DWI officers. \nTopics Include: \n\nAnatomy and physiology of the eye and the central nervous system\nDevelopment and control of eye responses\nUse and abuse of drugs\nEffects of drugs on the body\, the eyes and perception\nEffects of medical and environmental conditions\nTesting of eye signs\nLegal aspects of testing at the traffic stop and the DRE evaluation\nTrial preparation\n\n\n  \nEligible for 24 hours TCOLE credit. See course flyer .\n  \nThis course by the Institute of Police Technology and Management is FREE to all Texas peace officers.  The training is made possible through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation. \n  \nConference Schedule:\nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 3: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/georgetown-specialized-dwi-training-the-medical-foundations-of-visual-systems-testing-7-28-2025/
LOCATION:Georgetown Police Training Center\, 3500 D B Wood Rd.\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized DWI Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250326T162422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T162919Z
UID:10000239-1756800000-1756918800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Georgetown – Specialized DWI Training “Don’t Fear the Darkside”
DESCRIPTION:Texas Drug Recognition Expert Program Presents \nthe Specialized DWI Training Featuring:\n “Don’t Fear the Darkside”\n  \nA free two-day course designed for law enforcement officers.  During this course\, participants will receive training on how to testify under direct and cross examination.  This course includes application scenarios where participants will be evaluated by instructors. \nDay One:\nAttire:  Collared shirt\, slacks or tactical pants \n\n“Hear me now & remember what I said”\nDirect & cross examination testifying\nWet lab and SFST review\nReport writing\nBlood search warrants\nProsecution theme development\nRoadside interviewing\nRe-establishing rapport post arrest\nReport writing exercises\n\nDay Two:\nAttire:  Class A uniform or business suit \n\nTrial advocacy\n\nThe class will put together everything learned on day one.  Time for the participant to get an opportunity to testify in court through direct and cross examination exercises. \n  \nEligible for 16 hours TCOLE credit. \n  \nThe course is presented by Integrated Impaired Driving Solutions\, LLC and is FREE to all Texas peace officers.  The training is made possible through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation\n  \nConference Schedule:\nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/georgetown-specialized-dwi-training-dont-fear-the-darkside-9-2-2025/
LOCATION:Georgetown Police Training Center\, 3500 D B Wood Rd.\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized DWI Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250428T125327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T174203Z
UID:10000247-1757404800-1757523600@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Amarillo - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/amarillo-aride-9-9-2025/
LOCATION:Amarillo College – First Responders Academy\, 3891 Plains Blvd.\, Amarillo\, TX\, 79102\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250521T184208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T184208Z
UID:10000256-1757577600-1757610000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Lubbock - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/lubbock-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-9-11-2025/
LOCATION:Texas Department of Public Safety – Lubbock\, 1404 Lubbock Business Park Blvd\, Ste 100\, Lubbock\, TX\, 79403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250226T154210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T154210Z
UID:10000235-1758009600-1758042000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Colleyville - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/colleyville-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-9-16-2025/
LOCATION:Colleyville Center\, 5301 Riverwalk Drive\, Colleyville\, TX\, 76034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250403T212829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T212829Z
UID:10000240-1758873600-1758906000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:San Antonio - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/san-antonio-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-9-26-2025/
LOCATION:Bexar County Sheriff’s Office North Annex\, 15903 University Oak\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78249\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250422T194914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T194914Z
UID:10000246-1759737600-1759856400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Colleyville - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/colleyville-aride-10-6-2025/
LOCATION:Colleyville Center\, 5301 Riverwalk Drive\, Colleyville\, TX\, 76034\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250605T223126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T223126Z
UID:10000260-1759737600-1759856400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Paris- ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/paris-aride-10-6-2025/
LOCATION:Paris Police Department\, 2910 Clarksville Street\, Paris\, TX\, 75460\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250711T153457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T153605Z
UID:10000263-1759737600-1759856400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Sugar Land - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/sugar-land-aride-10-06-2025/
LOCATION:Sugar Land Police Department\, 1200 State Highway 6\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 77478\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250416T135120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T141011Z
UID:10000241-1759737600-1760720400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Houston (Katy) - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT - BASIC CERTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION:*REQUEST FOR APPLICATION* \n152-hour course to certify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  The course consists of three phases and a Certification Knowledge Examination:  See entire schedule below \n\nDRE Pre-School\nDRE School\n\nThe DRE Pre-School and DRE School run together over two consecutive weeks (10 days total) \n\nDRE Field Certification\n\nThe DRE Field Certification Phase begins the Monday after the DRE School and runs five days.  It may require a day or two of a second week to complete the field evaluations. \nFor logistical reasons\, all field certification training takes place at either the Bexar County Jail (San Antonio)\, or the Harris County Jail JPC (Houston). \n\nDRE Certification Knowledge Examination\n\nThe DRE Certification Knowledge Exam takes at the original DRE School location a week or two after the conclusion of the Field Certification Phase. \nDRE School\, at Steve Radack Community Center\, 18650 Clay Road\, Houston\, TX 77084 \nWeek 1:     October 6 to October 10\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nWeek 2:    October 13 to October 17\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nField Certification Training\, at Harris County Jail / JPC\, 700 N. San Jacinto St.\, Houston\, TX 77002 \nOctober 20 to October 24\, 2025    Times TBD \nOctober 27 to October 31\, 2025 \, as needed.     Times TBD \nCertification Knowledge Exam\, at Steve Radack Community Center\, 18650 Clay Road\, Houston\, TX 77084 \nNovember 07\, 2025     8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nRequirements to Attend: \n\nHave a minimum of two years experience as a Texas peace officer employed by any state\, county\, or municipal law enforcement agency.\nHave completed the NHTSA 24-hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course prior to application.\nPossess a reasonable background in impaired driving enforcement.\nPossess a documented ability to complete thorough and accurate reports.\nRecommendation of two current Drug Recognition Experts.\n\nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at:  info@texasdre.org \n  \nOnce your application is received you will be emailed a complete information packet. \nSeat confirmation in the course is considered in the order that the completed application packets are received. \nIn cases where the school reaches capacity\, suitable applicants will be placed on a waiting list. \nApplication to the DRE School is a competitive process and acceptance is not guaranteed. \n  \n*Please note this submission does not register you for the course\, it is a request for application for the course.
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/houston-drug-recognition-expert-basic-certification-10-06-2025/
LOCATION:Steve Radack Community Center\, 18650 Clay Road\, Houston\, TX\, 77084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert - Basic Certification
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250725T203815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T203815Z
UID:10000264-1759910400-1760029200@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:College Station - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/college-station-aride-10-8-2025/
LOCATION:College Station Police Department\, 800 Krenek Tap Rd.\, College Station\, TX\, 77840\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250417T175207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T183133Z
UID:10000242-1760342400-1761238800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:New Braunfels - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT - BASIC CERTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION:*REQUEST FOR APPLICATION* \n152-hour course to certify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  The course consists of three phases and a Certification Knowledge Examination:  See entire schedule below \n\nDRE Pre-School\nDRE School\n\nThe DRE Pre-School and DRE School run together over two consecutive weeks (9 days total) \n\nDRE Field Certification\n\nThe DRE Field Certification Phase begins the Monday after the DRE School and runs five days.  It may require a day or two of a second week to complete the field evaluations. \nFor logistical reasons\, all field certification training takes place at either the Bexar County Jail (San Antonio)\, or the Harris County Jail JPC (Houston). \n\nDRE Certification Knowledge Examination\n\nThe DRE Certification Knowledge Exam takes at the original DRE School location a week or two after the conclusion of the Field Certification Phase. \nDRE School\, at New Braunfels Police Department\, 3030 West San Antonio Street\, New Braunfels\, TX 78130 \nWeek 1:     October 13 to October 17\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nWeek 2:    October 20 to October 23\, 2025\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *except wet lab days \nField Certification Training\, at Bexar County Jail / 200 N. Comal Street\, San Antonio\, TX  \nOctober 27 to October 31\, 2025    Times TBD \nNovember 3 to November 7\, 2025 \, as needed.     Times TBD \nCertification Knowledge Exam\, at New Braunfels Police Department\, 3030 West San Antonio Street\, New Braunfels\, TX 78130 \nNovember 13\, 2025     8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nRequirements to Attend: \n\nHave a minimum of two years experience as a Texas peace officer employed by any state\, county\, or municipal law enforcement agency.\nHave completed the NHTSA 24-hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing course prior to application.\nPossess a reasonable background in impaired driving enforcement.\nPossess a documented ability to complete thorough and accurate reports.\nRecommendation of two current Drug Recognition Experts.\n\nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at:  info@texasdre.org \n  \nOnce your application is received you will be emailed a complete information packet. \nSeat confirmation in the course is considered in the order that the completed application packets are received. \nIn cases where the school reaches capacity\, suitable applicants will be placed on a waiting list. \nApplication to the DRE School is a competitive process and acceptance is not guaranteed. \n  \n*Please note this submission does not register you for the course\, it is a request for application for the course.
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/new-braunfels-drug-recognition-expert-basic-certification-10-13-2025/
LOCATION:New Braunfels Police Department\, 3030 W San Antonio St.\, New Braunfels\, TX\, 78130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert - Basic Certification
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250506T151255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T223113Z
UID:10000253-1760428800-1760547600@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Schertz – Specialized DWI Training “Don’t Fear the Darkside”
DESCRIPTION:Texas Drug Recognition Expert Program Presents \nthe Specialized DWI Training Featuring:\n “Don’t Fear the Darkside”\n  \nA free two-day course designed for law enforcement officers.  During this course\, participants will receive training on how to testify under direct and cross examination.  This course includes application scenarios where participants will be evaluated by instructors. \nDay One:\nAttire:  Collared shirt\, slacks or tactical pants \n\n“Hear me now & remember what I said”\nDirect & cross examination testifying\nWet lab and SFST review\nReport writing\nBlood search warrants\nProsecution theme development\nRoadside interviewing\nRe-establishing rapport post arrest\nReport writing exercises\n\nDay Two:\nAttire:  Class A uniform or business suit \n\nTrial advocacy\n\nThe class will put together everything learned on day one.  Time for the participant to get an opportunity to testify in court through direct and cross examination exercises. \n  \nEligible for 16 hours TCOLE credit. \n  \nThe course is presented by Integrated Impaired Driving Solutions\, LLC and is FREE to all Texas peace officers.  The training is made possible through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation\n  \nConference Schedule:\nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/schertz-specialized-dwi-training-dont-fear-the-darkside-10-14-2025/
LOCATION:Schertz Civic Center\, 1400 Schertz Pkwy.\, Schertz\, TX\, 78154\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized DWI Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250421T133414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T133414Z
UID:10000243-1762329600-1762448400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Del Rio - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/del-rio-aride-11-5-2025/
LOCATION:Del Rio Police Department\, 101 Lowe Dr.\, Del Rio\, TX\, 78840\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250501T220909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T220328Z
UID:10000249-1762761600-1762880400@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Irving - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/irving-aride-11-10-2025/
LOCATION:Irving Police Training Academy\, 2603 Esters Rd\, Irving\, TX\, 75062\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250422T183651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T183651Z
UID:10000244-1762934400-1762966800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Round-Rock - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/round-rock-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-11-12-2025/
LOCATION:Round Rock Public Safety Training Center\, 2801 N. Mays St.\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78665\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250501T221107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T221107Z
UID:10000250-1762934400-1762966800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Irving - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/irving-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-11-12-2025/
LOCATION:Irving Police Training Academy\, 2603 Esters Rd\, Irving\, TX\, 75062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250422T185141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T130733Z
UID:10000245-1763366400-1763485200@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Georgetown - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/georgetown-aride-11-17-2025/
LOCATION:Georgetown Police Training Center\, 3500 D B Wood Rd.\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250826T193039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T193039Z
UID:10000274-1763366400-1763485200@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Canadian- ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/canadian-aride-11-17-2025/
LOCATION:Hemphill County Sheriff’s Office\, 401 Purcell Ave.\, Canadian\, TX\, 79014\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250603T172218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T153120Z
UID:10000259-1764576000-1764694800@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Prosper - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/prosper-aride-12-1-2025/
LOCATION:Prosper Police Department\, 801 Safety Way\, Prosper\, TX\, 75078\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250502T182508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T182508Z
UID:10000251-1764748800-1764781200@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Pasadena - DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERT-IN-SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:8-hour course to recertify officers as Drug Recognition Experts.  Includes update presentation\, written examination\, small matrix reproduction\, and mock evaluation witnessed by an instructor (if needed). \nYou will be contacted with your registration confirmation and instructions on submitting required documents. \nFor more information regarding the course or requirements to attend contact one of our staff or email us at: info@texasDRE.org
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/pasadena-drug-recognition-expert-in-service-12-3-2025/
LOCATION:Les Early Firearms Training Center\, 6052 Genoa Bluff Road\, Pasadena\, TX\, 77507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drug Recognition Expert-In-Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081738
CREATED:20250502T182659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T182659Z
UID:10000252-1764835200-1764954000@texasdre.org
SUMMARY:Pasadena - ARIDE
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) course was developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) with input from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technical Advisory Panel (TAP)\, and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. ARIDE was created to address the gap in training between the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and the Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC/DRE) Program. \nARIDE bridges the gap between the SFST and DEC/DRE programs\, providing officers with general knowledge related to drug impairment and promoting the use of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).  This course will train law enforcement officers\, to observe\, identify\, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs\, alcohol\, or a combination of both\, to reduce the number of impaired driving incidents as well as crashes which result in serious injuries and fatalities. \nPlease note: \nParticipants are required to pass a proficiency exam at the beginning of the course. Those who do not pass\, will be dismissed and will not receive course credit.  If you feel you would have difficulty passing the proficiency test\, an SFST Refresher course might help.  Visit our partner program\, Texas SFST\, Texas SFST for FREE training near you or delivered to your agency. \nARIDE prerequisites: \nCommissioned Texas Peace Officer \nSuccessful completion of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) 24-Hour Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course\, 2176 or 2067; or the SFST taken with Academy \nYou are required to submit a copy of your TCOLE PSR showing successful completion of one of the prerequisite courses in order to have your place confirmed in the course. You can get a copy of your TCOLE PSR here: Home Page (texas.gov) to submit with your registration. \nCourse Schedule: \nDay 1: 8 am to 5 pm \nDay 2: 8 am to 5 pm
URL:https://texasdre.org/calendar/pasadena-aride-12-4-2025/
LOCATION:Les Early Firearms Training Center\, 6052 Genoa Bluff Road\, Pasadena\, TX\, 77507\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARIDE
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlos Champion":MAILTO:Carlos.champion@TexasDRE.org
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