Corrections

The Basic Corrections program prepares students for employment as correctional officers and provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation. To acquire a certificate, candidates must successfully complete all of the courses listed and pass a state examination.

A Basic Corrections DAY class will be offered January 29, 2008. The class will meet from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. Students must complete all the course work below in the required time frame and pass an F.D.L.E. examination in order to seek employment as a Correctional Officer. A $100 Assessment Center fee will be charged to all students.

For requirements for Basic Recruit Training Class go to the Selection Center.

Correctional Officer Course of Study

Law Enforcement
COURSE TITLE HOURS
CJD 0770 Legal I 46
CJK 0271 Legal II 22
CJK 0272 Communications 42
CJD 0773 Interpersonal Skills I 62
CJK 0050 Defensive Tactics 80
CJK 0040 Weapons 80
CJK 0031 Medical First Responder 40
CJD 0750 Interpersonal Skills II 50
CJD 0480 Emergency Preparedness 26
CJD 0752 Operations 64
CJK 0280 Physical Fitness Training 40
  TOTAL 552  
 
A processing fee of $10 for 225 clock hours or less and $20 for more than 225 clock hours will be assessed to all students each semester.

Specialized Training

Advanced/Career Development Courses


 

For further information, contact
Mike Dolan
(850)718-2212; e-mail
dolanm@chipola.edu or
FAX requests (850)718-2497

 

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