TJA Regional Training - Jail Mental Health Officer Course (TCOLE 5900)
Topics Covered:
- 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.
Who Should Attend:
Limited to Texas Criminal Justice Professionals- Detention Officers
Training Hours: 40
Date/Time:
Dec 15 (08:00 am) - 19, 2025 (05:00 pm)
Registration Deadline:
Dec 10, 2025
Price:
TJA Member - FREE
Non-member - $30
Location Information:
Hallettsville KC HallAnnex Building
321 US-77
Hallettsville,TX 77964
Register Online Here
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 persons with mental disorders, resources available to assist with the continuity of care, and individual self-care.
Limited spots available.
For more questions, contact:
Melvin Bowser
512-799-6931
Melvin.bowser@tcjs.state.tx.us
For more information, contact:
Sharese Hurst, Division Director
Correctional Management Institute of Texas
George J. Beto Criminal Justice Building
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341-2296
Fax: (936) 294-1671
Phone: (936) 294-1687
sharese@shsu.edu
Cancellation Policy:
TJA Regional Trainings are non-refundable. Participants who have already paid will still receive one year's TJA Membership.
* Unless otherwise noted, hotel arrangements are the responsibility of the participant.
