Meet the Texas One Life Training Team

Together, they bring decades of experience in emergency medicine, law enforcement, and the fire service to deliver engaging, hands-on training rooted in real-world emergencies. Every product offered by Texas One Life is meticulously selected based on quality, reliability, and practical value—many are the same products used in their training programs and trusted in their own homes. Their mission is simple: equip everyday people with the knowledge, skills, and tools to respond confidently when every second counts.

Cat Summers, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, Founder and Chief Training Officer

  • Board-Certified Emergency Nurse Practitioner

  • Board-Certiied Family Nurse Practitioner

  • ER Trauma certification (UT Houston)

  • Certified AHA Instructor: ACLS, BLS, PALS, HeartSaver

  • LiveVac Trainer

  • Wilderness First Aid Trained

  • Stop The Bleed Instructor

With over 20 years of frontline experience, Cat has served in high-acuity Emergency Departments across Texas. A Texas A&M College of Nursing graduate and University of Texas Health Science Center Houston–trained ER Trauma Certified Nurse Practitioner, she brings medical precision, compassion, and steady leadership to every class.

Her UT Houston doctoral work focused on improving emergency preparedness and response to reduce harm during active shooter situations—work that helped shape the mission and heart behind Texas One Life. The organization was founded on a deep belief in serving others and equipping communities to care for one another in moments of crisis, bringing lifesaving skills out of sterile classrooms and into the places where life unfolds.

As an American Heart Association Instructor for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and HeartSaver—and a former Nursing Professor at the University of Houston—Cat combines evidence-based instruction with practical, approachable teaching that meets people where they are. With additional training in Wilderness and Remote First Aid, Texas One Life prepares individuals, families, and teams for real-world emergencies—from natural disasters to remote outdoor incidents—so people are ready to step forward, serve others, and act with confidence when it matters most.

Dwayne Ulrich, RT(R), (ARRT), MRT(R) Emergency Training Officer and Director of Community Relations

  • Retired Houston Police Officer

  • Former Fire Department Captain

  • Certified AHA Instructor: BLS, HeartSaver

  • LiveVac Trainer

  • Personal Safety & Emergency Preparedness Trainer

Dwayne Ulrich brings decades of frontline service as both a Fire Captain and Houston Police Officer, where he spent years responding to emergencies on the streets—often before backup or EMS ever arrived. From active scenes and high-stress medical calls to unpredictable public emergencies, Dwayne learned firsthand that safety and first aid are inseparable: awareness, quick decision-making, and calm action save lives.

With decades of service to the Houston area community, his work has long focused on prevention and education. Through years of involvement with the Shattered Dreams program, he partnered with schools and community leaders to help young people understand the real consequences of unsafe decisions, reinforcing personal responsibility and care for others. His commitment to safety also led him to help develop a database of Houston-area school floorplans to support faster, more informed law enforcement response during active threat situations—work rooted in the belief that preparation saves lives.

As an American Heart Association Instructor and Personal Safety & Emergency Trainer, Dwayne brings real-world experience into every class he teaches. Known for his steady presence and clear communication, he helps everyday people build confidence, awareness, and practical skills so they are ready to step forward, protect one another, and act decisively when it matters most.

Dwayne trains everyday people to think like first responders—because in the community, in the workplace, and at home, help often starts with the person already there.

Our Story

Texas One Life was founded on a simple belief: saving one life can change a family—and a community—forever.

With decades of experience in emergency medicine, law enforcement, and emergency response, we've seen how quickly ordinary moments become life-or-death emergencies. We've also seen that everyday people are often the true first responders.

That's why we bring practical, hands-on lifesaving training directly to workplaces, schools, churches, and communities across Texas. Our engaging, real-world instruction is built on experience—not boring lectures—so you leave with the skills and confidence to act when every second counts.

Contact Us

Contact Us

Have a question, need to schedule a class, or want more information about our training programs or emergency preparedness products? We're here to help.

Texas One Life proudly partners with businesses, schools, churches, healthcare organizations, and community groups to provide high-quality lifesaving training, trusted emergency products, and meaningful collaborations that strengthen preparedness throughout our communities.

For immediate assistance, call or text (512) 791-7819. We look forward to helping you become better prepared for life's unexpected emergencies.