The Concho Valley Regional Law Enforcement Academy provides training for both new and experienced law enforcement personnel.

We offer certification courses for perspective peace officers, jailers, and 9-1-1 telecommunicators through Basic Peace Officer (BPOC), Basic County Corrections (BCCC), and Basic Telecommunicator licensing courses.

We also offer continuing education courses to existing law enforcement in order to advance your existing law enforcement career and stay current with updated requirements and mandates.

Please check our Criminal Justice Class Calendar for a current list of training courses on offer, including time/date/location, enrollment requirements, cost, and other class requirements. Don’t see a class you are looking for? Please contact us.

Basic Peace Officer Course

82nd BPOC began August 2026! Enrollment for the 83rd BPOC will begin March 2027!

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do you feel called to serve, protect, and lead with integrity?

Your career in law enforcement begins here.

The Concho Valley Regional Law Enforcement Academy will soon accept applications for the 83rd Basic Peace Officer Course —a comprehensive, state‑accredited training program designed to prepare future peace officers for a successful and meaningful career in public safety.

Why Choose the Concho Valley Regional Law Enforcement Academy?

Graduate with a Texas Peace Officer Certification as a “Free Agent” –While other agency Academies may lock you into a contract with their agency for a period of time, with the CVRLEA Academy, you graduate as a “free agent” so you are not obligated to any particular agency for any length of time.

Graduate with a High Paying Job in Your Career Field –Most if not all of our graduating students will reach graduation with competitive job offers from regional law enforcement agencies.

Evening Academy –Our Academy schedule is designed for students with existing full-time obligations, so they can pursue their career in law enforcement while holding full time jobs. Classes are scheduled Aug – June, from 6:30 – 10:30, Monday through Thursday, with just a few Saturday courses throughout the year.

Proven Training Excellence –Learn from highly experienced instructors with real‑world law enforcement backgrounds.

Hands-On, Realistic Instruction –Get extensive training in defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, emergency response, criminal law, and vital officer skills.

Launch a Career That Matters –Graduate fully prepared to serve as a certified Peace Officer in the State of Texas.

For additional information, contact:

Email: Concho Valley Regional Law Enforcement Academy

Director of Public Safety: Mason Wheeler

Criminal Justice/Homeland Security Planner: Gary Wolfe

Public Safety Specialist: Jazlyn Laney

Concho Valley Council of Governments
5430 Link Rd,
San Angelo TX 76904
325-944-9666
Toll Free: 1-877-944-9666

We are proud to announce that the CVRLEA can now host the physical skills portion of the TEEX Online – Basic County Corrections Course. The location of this training will be at the CVRLEA; 5430 Link Road, San Angelo, TX 76904

In order to attend this class and receive credit through TEEX you must register through the TEEX Website, below.