One of the last training events that Trooper Trainees complete during their time at the DPS Academy is the Joint Field Training Exercise (JFTX). This exercise puts Trooper Trainees through real-life scenarios — from high-risk stops to crisis intervention — to simulate a potential day in the life of a Texas State Trooper. FOX 7 Austin joined DPS and Trooper Trainees from Class B-2024 in Florence yesterday for a first-hand look at JFTX and the comprehensive training our Trooper Trainees undergo at

It's official, Class B-2025 has graduated from the DPS Academy! For months, these Recruits trained hard — physically and mentally. They poured their hearts and souls into becoming Texas State Troopers — and today, their hard work paid off as they took the Oath of Office to become the next generation of DPS Troopers. Class B-2025 has proven that they have what it takes to protect and serve Texas. They are well-equipped and dedicated to fulling DPS’ mission and upholding the law as they work to ma

Trooper Trainees undergo comprehensive training during their time at the DPS Academy — all with the goal of providing them with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to protect and serve Texas as Troopers. Check out today’s video for a look at Class B-2024 and their recent firearms training at our Tactical Training Facility. #LawEnforcement #Training | Texas Department of Public Safety