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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 - STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS COURSE
This 2 day course gives first responders the essential skills for effective communication in high-pressure situations as well as their day to day conversations.
- Dates: November 13, 2025 - November 14, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Rockwall Training Facility, 2610 Observation Trail, Suite 103, Rockwall, Texs 75032
- Cost: $120
Topics Covered
- Rapport Building
- Mastering Communication Techniques
- Gaining the trust of individuals in crisis
- Learn to navigate complex interaction to achieve positive outcomes
- Realistic Scenario Training
(Limited to 25 participants)
40 Hour Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Murphy
- Dates: February 16-20, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Murphy Police Department, 206 N Murphy Road, Murphy, TX 75094
- Cost: $300 (Includes 1-year Membership)
- Registration Code: N/A
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.
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 1 - Critical Incident Training 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: December 3-4, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Murphy Fire Department, Training Room, 206 N Murphy Road, Murphy, Texas 75094
- 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 25 participants)
Region 2
No upcoming training at this time.
Region 3
40 HOUR HOSTAGE/CRISIS NEGOTIATION COURSE - NEW CANEY
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 22-26, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Montgomery County Reality Based Training, 20350 FM 1485, New Caney, Texas 77357
- Cost: $300 (Includes 1-year Membership)
- Registration Code: N/A
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 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.
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 4
No upcoming training at this time.
Region 5
40 - HOUR HOSTAGE/CRISIS NEGOTIATION COURSE - ODESSA
- Dates: September 8-12, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Odessa PD Training Center, 210 N. Lincoln, Odessa, TX 79761
- 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
- Active Listening & Communication Skills
- Team Coordination & Intelligence Gathering
- Full-Day of 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.
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 6
40 HOUR Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Course - Lubbock
- Dates: November 3- 7, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office Academy, 712 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401
- 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 & Communication Skills
- Team Coordination & Intelligence Gathering
- Full-Day of 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.
(Limited to 25 participants)
Region 7
No upcoming trainings at this time.
Region 8
32nd Annual TAHN Training Conference
- Dates: October 6-10, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Marriott Dallas
3300 Championship Parkway
Fort Worth, Texas 76177 - Cost: $500.00
(Limited to 450 attendees)