Minors in Possession

Program Summary

  • The Alcohol Education Program for Minors (MIP) is a six-hour course (two sessions of three hours). Texas state law requires that minors who have been convicted of alcohol-related offenses complete this course, which is certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS).
  • The University is pleased to offer this course once a month on Mondays & Wednesday (4.30pm - 8.00pm).
  • To successfully complete the course, participants must take and pass a short test covering course materials. Information is kept confidential with the exception of reporting some data to the TDSHS.
  • An individual exit interview is required for completion. This interview must be completed within 30 days of the last class date to receive credit for the course. Most interviews are held after class on second day, therefore, you should be prepared to stay after class or to schedule another date and time with your instructor.

Course Locator

Class is held at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 1038 (inside the building, to the right). The CRWC is located at the corner of University Drive and Calhoun.

Registration Information

  • There is a non-refundable fee of $40.00 for the course, which is due at the time of your registration. You are not considered enrolled until this fee is paid.
  • Also, if you are younger than sixteen years of age, you need the approval of your parent or guardian to enroll in this course.
  • Please be sure to have your drivers' license number, judge's name and if applicable, this university representative's name when registering. Currently, you must register in person at the VPSA Business Office, Room 274 University Center, at least two (2) days prior to the scheduled date. Registration takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Please come to Room 274 University Center, University of Houston, Entrance #1 off Calhoun St. between 9:00am — 4:00pm Monday through Friday. You can pay with either cash or check. You cannot pay with CougarCash or with a credit card at this time.

Where to park

Weekday parking is available at the Visitor information booth, located at Entrance #1(off Calhoun).Daily parking tag is $3.00. The closest parking lot is #20A - just across University Drive from CRWC.

Course Calendar

All classes meet from 4:30pm-8:00pm on Mondays & Wednesdays. You must attend BOTH sessions to complete the course requirements.

2012

  • December 3 & 5

2013

  • January 28 & 30
  • February 25 & 27
  • March 18 & 20
  • April 22 & 24
  • May 13 & 15

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Contact Information

For Information regarding MIP class administration, course content, or other general questions, contact Gaylyn Maurer, Wellness Outreach Counselor at (713) 743-5663.