::CAREER PREPARATION PROGRAMS

CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY

Law Enforcement Basic Recruit - 770 hours

Course No.P430105 (CJSTC/FDLE #002)

Law enforcement cadets will be trained in firearm proficiency, defensive driving, defensive tactics, first responder, and academic areas of criminal justice. Applicants must meet the following criteria: 19 years of age, US citizen, HS diploma/GED, good moral character, no felony convictions, no misdemeanor convictions involving false statements or spouse battery, good physical condition, and successful completion of the F-BAT. Successful completion of the program makes one eligible to take the State Certified Examination for Law Enforcement, the required test to become a certified law enforcement officer in the state of Florida.

Please see the Career Preparation section of the Tech Times for class schedule, location, and fees.

Instructor: Academy Staff

Contact: Rosemary Brasgalla, 751-7900, ext. 2121

Counselor: Miller, ext. 2016

Law Enforcement Cross-Over from Corrections
440 hours

Course No.: P4301250

Cross-over training gives corrections officers the training they need to become law enforcement officers. Minimum of 12 students for class to be held.