This is a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) elective Criminal Interview, Interrogation, & Confessions Techniques online training course offered for Texas Peace Officers, Jailers, and Telecommunicators.

Custodial interrogation of suspects and the statements and confessions that are elicited are vitally important in the development of criminal cases. However, to be admissible as evidence, statements and confessions must be given freely, voluntarily, and with due consideration for the suspect’s right to silence and right to counsel.

This course focuses on what you as the investigator can and CANNOT do during interrogations to ensure that the due process rights of suspects are followed. This course also provides several interrogation techniques that are effective throughout the law enforcement profession. You will also learn the strengths and weaknesses of each technique.

You will have access to various case studies that will reinforce your understanding of various concepts and legal decisions governing your suspect’s interrogation.

Please note, the entire course, final exam(s), and course evaluation(s) must be completed in order to receive six (6) hours of course credit.

TCOLE Reporting

OSS Academy® typically reports 4 to 5 times each week [excluding U.S. Federal holidays]. We report your credit directly through TCLEDDS to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement [TCOLE]. You should have already provided your full and correct name, TCOLE PID number, and other important information when registering for your account. If not, once logged in, go to Edit Profile to update your information.

Should you have any questions, simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®. 

OSS Academy® courses are recognized by more Peace Officer Standards and Training boards and correctional associations than any other online training provider.

Our courses are designed by Subject Matter Experts who are nationally recognized and licensed instructors. Many of our experts testify in law enforcement, corrections, and security related defense cases throughout the U.S.

Our curriculum meets or exceeds state course objective requirements.

For more information, visit OSS - Law Enforcement Advisors® or OSS Academy® online or simply contact the OSS Academy® Training Coordinator by phone at 281-288-9190 (Ext. 205) or online at Contact OSS Academy®.