Program: 58510

This certificate provides a program of study for individuals currently employed as correctional officers, both local and state, who want to obtain job-related training at the entry level position for law enforcement. The curriculum is prescribed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, in accordance with Florida statutes. This program requires enrolling individuals who are physically and mentally strong, fair-minded, and constantly alert.

Upon completion of the program, the student must pass the Florida State Officer Certification Exam before receiving provisional certification. This certification is required for employment as a law enforcement officer in local, county and state law enforcement agencies.

This program is offered in partnership with Florida State Department of Corrections and local sheriff’s offices. Candidates for this program must submit an application for the program to the Kenneth C. Thompson Institute of Public Safety office.