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Expert Crisis
Negotiation Training
Texas Association of Hostage Negotiators offers expert-led crisis negotiation training that helps law enforcement, first responders, and hostage negotiators develop the skills needed to manage critical situations. Our training programs incorporate proven techniques to ensure you are well-prepared for real-world challenges.
Region 1
REGION 1 - ADVANCED NEGOTIATION COURSE -MESQUITE
This will be an intense 40 hour class that will include a 16 hour negotiation training day.
- Dates: October 12-15, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00PM
- Location: Mesquite Police Association, 924 Winbell Circle, Mesquite, Texas 75149
- Cost: $300
Topics Covered
- Refresher on Active Listening Skills
- Negotiating with the Mentally Ill.
- Case Law - Understanding your liability.
- Using shields in face-to-face negotiations.
- Rope work for high elevation negotiations.
- Daily negotiation and classroom exercises.
- 16 hour negotiation day.
This training is being provided to local, state and federal law enforcement personnel which includes law enforcement officers/agents, peace officers, detention/corrections officers or communications officer who have a demonstrated profession interest in hostage/crisis negotiations. Identification will be required showing your affiliation with a federal, state or local law enforcement agency at the beginning of the training.
For further information or questions contact :
Joseph Thompson
Region 1 VP President
region1@tahn.org
(Limited to 18 participants)
40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Mesquite
- Dates: July 27 - July 31, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Mesquite Police Department, 777 N Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, Texas 75149
- Cost: $300 (Includes 1-year Membership)
This comprehensive course prepares law enforcement personnel for crisis/hostage negotiations, covering team roles, active listening, crisis psychology, and stress management. Meets TCOLE standards for wiretap warrants.
Topics Covered
- History & Fundamentals of Negotiations
- Managing Demands & Time Constraints
- Crisis Psychology & Recognizing Disorders
- Team Coordination & Intelligence Gathering
- Full-Day Scenario Training
This training is being provided to local, state and federal law enforcement personnel which includes law enforcement officers/agents, peace officers, detention/corrections officers or communications officer who have a demonstrated profession interest in hostage/crisis negotiations. Identification will be required showing your affiliation with a federal, state or local law enforcement agency at the beginning of the training.
For further information or questions contact :
Joseph Thompson
Region 1 VP President
region1@tahn.org
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 2
Region 3
Region 3 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Richmond
This 40-hour course equips law enforcement personnel with essential hostage/crisis negotiation skills. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of negotiation team roles and meet TCOLE standards for wiretap warrants.
- Dates: September 14 - September 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Gus George Enforcement Academy, 1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Richmond, Texas 77471
- Cost: $300 (Includes 1-year Membership
Topics Covered
- History of Negotiations
- Incident Stages & Crisis Response
- Active Listening & Communication Skills
- Psychological & Emotional Disorders in Crisis
- Stress Management in Negotiations
- Team Structure & Intelligence Coordination
- Realistic Scenario Training
This training is being provided to local, state and federal law enforcement personnel which includes law enforcement officers/agents, peace officers, detention/corrections officers or communications officer who have a demonstrated profession interest in hostage/crisis negotiations. Identification will be required showing your affiliation with a federal, state or local law enforcement agency at the beginning of the training.
For further information or questions contact:
John Niquette
Region 3 VP President
region 3@tahn.org
john.niquette@mctx.org
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 4
Region 4 - Negotiations for Telecommunications Officers
This 2-day course is to provide Texas Police Telecommunications Officers with vital information in dealing with critical incidents. Provide telecommunications officers with information about how all levels of critical incidents are managed during the course of a situation.
- Dates: August 6-7, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office, 2615 N Guadalupe Street, Seguin, Texas 78154
- Cost: $120.00
Topics Covered
- Understanding what is going on that they do not see but recognizing the role they play in handling a critical incident.
- Overview of crisis/hostage negotiations
- Basic SWAT procedures
- Basic Incident Command Structure
- Telecommunicators role to assist their agency during critical incidents
(Limited to 24 participants)
Region 5
REGION 5 - ADVANCED CRISIS NEGOTIATION CLASS FOR TEAM LEADERS - Odessa
This 2 day advanced crisis negotiation class is specifically designed for both new and veteran team leaders. It will equip participants with critical skills for effective crisis team management.
- Dates: August 20 - 21, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00PM
- Location: Odessa Police Department Training Building, , 210 N Lincoln Avenue, Scott Gardner Classroom, Odessa, Texas 79761
- Cost: $120
Topics Covered
- Negotiation Team Selection and Training
- Build and maintain a cohesive and responsive team.
- Duties of a Team Leader
- Strategic planning, communication tactics and decision making under pressure.
- Elevating attendee's negotiation leadership skills.
This training is being provided to local, state and federal law enforcement personnel which includes law enforcement officers/agents, peace officers, detention/corrections officers or communications officer who have a demonstrated profession interest in hostage/crisis negotiations. Identification will be required showing your affiliation with a federal, state or local law enforcement agency at the beginning of the training.
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 6
Keep checking our site!! Region 6 is working on conducting a 40 hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation class in September 2026.
Region 7
Keep checking our site!! Region 7 is working on bringing more training classes to the area.
Region 8
33rd Annual TAHN Training Conference (2026)
A full week of training to include a Negotiation Challenge for negotiation teams, case studies on negotiated incidents and more.
- Dates: November 2 - 6, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 12:00 PM, Friday
- Location: Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701
- Cost: $500
Blocks of rooms for the conference are available at the Hilton Waco and Courtyard by Marriott Waco.