Course synopsis:
In 2015, the Texas Legislature passed SB 1987. The bill mandated that new officers and any officer wishing to obtain an intermediate proficiency certificate complete training related to interacting with drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing. This class follows the TCOLE curriculum for this training.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
– The student will be able to: describe the procedures needed for interacting with drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing.
– define the terms “deaf” and “hard of hearing” as defined in Section 81.001 of the Texas Human Relations Code
– demonstrate the techniques that can be used to interact with drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing and how the ADA may apply.
– demonstrate practical methods of communication and aids that may be available.