There are basic eligibility requirements for entry into a basic law enforcement program. Please follow the Assessment Center link to the left for more information.
Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program
The Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program prepares students for entry level into law enforcement careers.
This is a 770 hour intense program with high academic standards and demanding physical skill training. Proficiency testing and field exercise are an integral part of this program. To be eligible for certification as a police officer in Florida, students must successfully complete all of the courses listed below, and pass the state examination.
The Law Enforcement Academy is Pell Grant eligible.
CJK0001 Introduction to Law Enforcement
CJK0012 Legal
CJK0013 Interactions in a Diverse Community
CJK0014 Interviewing and Report Writing
CJK0020 CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations
CJK0031 CMS First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers
CJK0040 CMS Criminal Justice Firearms
CJK0051 CMS Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics
CJK0064 Fundamentals of Patrol
CJK0065 Calls for Service
CJK0077 Criminal Investigations
CJK0078 Crime Scene to Courtroom
CJK0092 Critical Incidents
CJK0087 Traffic Stops
CJK0084 DUI Traffic Stops
CJK0088 Traffic Crash Investigations
CJK0096 Criminal Justice Officer Physical Fitness Training
CJK0422 Dart-Firing Stun Gun