Region 3 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Conroe
2026-03-23 08:00 - 2026-03-27 17:00 (America/Chicago) | The Woodlands Emergency Training Center, 16135 Interstate 45 S, Conroe, TX, 77385, United States
WHEN: March 23, 2026 to March 27, 2026
COST: $300.00 (Includes 1 year TAHN Membership)
This 40 hour course introduces the skillsets to prepare Law Enforcement personnel to become crisis/hostage negotiators. Upon completing this course, the new negotiator will have an essential understanding of team roles in crisis/hostage negotiations and should be able to perform any hostage negotiator team member role. This course meets standards set forth by TCOLE and by the State of Texas for wiretap warrants. The class cost is $300 which includes a 1-year TAHN membership.
This course covers the following and more:

History of Negotiations
Characteristics of a Negotiable Incident and Stages of an Incident
Active Listening and Communication Skills
Handling Demands, Effects of Time
Recognizing Psychological, Mental and Emotional Disorders, how to recognize them and deal with them, including Stockholm Syndrome
The Effects of Stress, Stages of Stress and Stress in the Hostage Situation
Team Structure
Intelligence Coordination
A full day of Realistic Scenarios and 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 officers who have a demonstrated professional 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.

Region 1 - Advanced Crisis Negotiation Class for Team Leaders - Mesquite
2026-03-30 08:00 - 2026-03-31 17:00 | Mesquite Police Department, 777 N Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX, 75149, United States
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. The class delves into essential areas such as Team Selection and Training, ensuring leaders can built and maintain a cohesive and responsive team. Furthermore, the curriculum covers the diverse duties of a Team Leader, including strategic planning, communication tactics and decision making under pressure. This course is a valuable resource for anyone looking to elevate their crisis negotiation leadership skills.
DATE: March 30 – 31, 2026
LOCATION: Mesquite Police Department, 777 N Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX 75149
COST: $120.00

For further information or questions, please contact:
Joseph Thompson
TAHN Region 1 VP
region1@tahn.org
Cell phone 972-4630-6430

Region 5 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Odessa
2026-04-13 08:00 - 2026-04-17 17:00 | Odessa PD Training Center, 210 N Lincoln, Odessa, 79761, United States
WHEN: April 13, 2026 to April 17, 2026
COST: $300.00 (Includes 1 year TAHN Membership)
This 40 hour course introduces the skillsets to prepare Law Enforcement personnel to become crisis/hostage negotiators. Upon completing this course, the new negotiator will have an essential understanding of team roles in crisis/hostage negotiations and should be able to perform any hostage negotiator team member role. This course meets standards set forth by TCOLE and by the State of Texas for wiretap warrants. The class cost is $300 which includes a 1-year TAHN membership.
This course covers the following and more:

History of Negotiations
Characteristics of a Negotiable Incident and Stages of an Incident
Active Listening and Communication Skills
Handling Demands, Effects of Time
Recognizing Psychological, Mental and Emotional Disorders, how to recognize them and deal with them, including Stockholm Syndrome
The Effects of Stress, Stages of Stress and Stress in the Hostage Situation
Team Structure
Intelligence Coordination
A full day of Realistic Scenarios and 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 officers who have a demonstrated professional 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.

Region 2 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Tyler
2026-05-04 08:00 - 2026-05-08 17:00 | Brookshires Distribution Center, 13157 US Highway 271 S, Tyler, TX, 75708, United States
WHEN: May 4, 2026 to May 8, 2026
COST: $300.00 (Includes 1 year TAHN Membership)
This 40 hour course introduces the skillsets to prepare Law Enforcement personnel to become crisis/hostage negotiators. Upon completing this course, the new negotiator will have an essential understanding of team roles in crisis/hostage negotiations and should be able to perform any hostage negotiator team member role. This course meets standards set forth by TCOLE and by the State of Texas for wiretap warrants. The class cost is $300 which includes a 1-year TAHN membership.
This course covers the following and more:

History of Negotiations
Characteristics of a Negotiable Incident and Stages of an Incident
Active Listening and Communication Skills
Handling Demands, Effects of Time
Recognizing Psychological, Mental and Emotional Disorders, how to recognize them and deal with them, including Stockholm Syndrome
The Effects of Stress, Stages of Stress and Stress in the Hostage Situation
Team Structure
Intelligence Coordination
A full day of Realistic Scenarios and 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 officers who have a demonstrated professional 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.

Region 7 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Olmito
2026-06-08 08:00 - 2026-06-12 17:00 | Cameron County Sheriff’s Office, Cameron County Sheriff's Office (Training Room), 7300 Old Alice Road, Olmito,, TX, 78575, United States
WHEN: June 8, 2026 to June 12, 2026
COST: $300.00 (Includes 1 year TAHN Membership)
This 40 hour course introduces the skillsets to prepare Law Enforcement personnel to become crisis/hostage negotiators. Upon completing this course, the new negotiator will have an essential understanding of team roles in crisis/hostage negotiations and should be able to perform any hostage negotiator team member role. This course meets standards set forth by TCOLE and by the State of Texas for wiretap warrants. The class cost is $300 which includes a 1-year TAHN membership.
This course covers the following and more:

History of Negotiations
Characteristics of a Negotiable Incident and Stages of an Incident
Active Listening and Communication Skills
Handling Demands, Effects of Time
Recognizing Psychological, Mental and Emotional Disorders, how to recognize them and deal with them, including Stockholm Syndrome
The Effects of Stress, Stages of Stress and Stress in the Hostage Situation
Team Structure
Intelligence Coordination
A full day of Realistic Scenarios and 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 officers who have a demonstrated professional 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.

Region 1 - Strategic Communications Course for First Responders - Mesquite
2026-06-29 08:00 - 2026-06-30 17:00 | Mesquite Police Department, 777 N Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX, 75149, United States
This course gives first responders the essential skills for effective communication in high-pressure situations as well as their day to day conversations. Topics include rapport building, mastering communication techniques, and gaining the trust of individuals in crisis. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, participants will learn to navigate complex interactions and achieve positive outcomes. This class is a great introduction into the art of negotiations and established negotiators can benefit as well from the refresher on the fundamental communication skills used in negotiations.
For further information or questions contact:
Joseph Thompson
Region 1 Vice President
region1@tahn.org

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.

Region 1 - 40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Mesquite
2026-07-27 08:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 | Mesquite Police Department, 777 N Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX, 75149, United States
This 40 hour course introduces the skillsets to prepare Law Enforcement personnel to become crisis/hostage negotiators. Upon completing this course, the new negotiator will have an essential understanding of team roles in crisis/hostage negotiations and should be able to perform any hostage negotiator team member role. This course meets standards set forth by TCOLE and by the State of Texas for wiretap warrants. The class cost is $300 which includes a 1-year TAHN membership.
This course covers the following and more:

History of Negotiations
Characteristics of a Negotiable Incident and Stages of an Incident
Active Listening and Communication Skills
Handling Demands, Effects of Time
Recognizing Psychological, Mental and Emotional Disorders, how to recognize them and deal with them, including Stockholm Syndrome
The Effects of Stress, Stages of Stress and Stress in the Hostage Situation
Team Structure
Intelligence Coordination
A full day of Realistic Scenarios and 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 officers who have a demonstrated professional 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 questions or issues please contact:
Joseph Thompson
TAHN Region 1 VP
region1@tahn.org
Cell: 972-463-6430

Region 1 - Advanced Negotiation Course - Mesquite
2026-10-12 08:00 - 2026-10-15 17:00 | Mesquite Police Association, 924 Winbell Circle, Mesquite, Texas, 75149
This will be an intense 40 hour class which will included: refresher on Active Listening Skills, Negotiating with the Mentally Ill, Case Law – Understanding your Liability, Artificial Intelligence, Use of shields in Face-to-Face Negotiations, Rope work for high elevation negotiations, negotiations and classroom exercises daily, and a 16 hour negotiation training day. This class will be challenging and the class will be limited to 18 students.

33rd Annual TAHN Training Conference (2026)
2026-11-02 08:00 - 2026-11-06 12:00 | Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX, 76701, United States
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE 33RD ANNUAL TAHN TRAINING CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD IN WACO, TX

HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Hilton Waco – Click here for Hotel Reservation
113 South University Parks Drive
Waco, Texas 76701-2241
Room rate for the Hilton Waco is $149.00 per night plus taxes.

Courtyard by Marriott Waco – Click her for Hotel Reservation
100 Washington Avenue
Waco, Texas 76701
Room rate for the Courtyard by Marriott Waco is $139.00 per night plus taxes.
