The program includes courses mandated for certification as a correctional officer. Students who graduate from this program would typically work as correctional officers within a county or state correctional facility. Upon completion of this program, students are eligible to take the state certification correctional officer examination. This is a restricted entry program based upon special admission requirements established by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Criminal Justice Training Academy, and the Department of Education. Uniforms are required in this Academy structured program.
Class size is limited.
Students should obtain an academy application package from the Criminal Justice Training Academy well in advance of program start date. Citizen of the United States. Not discharged from Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions. Good moral character and NOT have been convicted of a felony or any misdemeanor involving lying or perjury. Physical examination by licensed physician.