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CJ Training Academy: Law Enforcement Academy
Training:
Law Enforcement Academy
Requirements:
- Be at least 19 years of age before ending date of class for which you are applying.
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Be a high school graduate or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) program.
- Not have been discharged from Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions.
- Be of good moral character and NOT have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
- Undergo a physical examination by a licensed physician.
- Submit to and pass a background investigation.
- Eligibility for ENC 1101 and MAT 0028.
- Pass the Florida Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test for Law Enforcement with a score of 79 or higher.
PROCEDURES
- Apply to G.C.S.C.
- Take college placement test
- Meet requirements for ENC 1101 and MAT 0028,
or
- Supply transcripts satisfying showing you've passed these two courses, or their equivalent
- Take the Florida Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test for Law Enforcement.
(If you would like to watch a Power Point presentation containing more information about the Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test, click HERE).
- Apply to Academy
- Background check
- Physical examination
- Proof of U.S. citizenship
- High School diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- DD 214 if prior military
To get an application, schedule information or more information about Law Enforcement Officer careers or training, contact:
John Ammons
850.769.1551 ext 5613
800.311.3685 ext 5613
jammons@gulfcoast.edu
Class Schedules:
Class Location Dates Times
Law Enforcement Academy CMS 23 North Bay Campus May 2011-July 2012 6:00pm-10:00pm
Law Enforcement Academy CMS 24 North Bay Campus Aug 2011-June 2012 8:00am-2:00pm
Law Enforcement Academy CMS 25 North Bay Campus Jan 2012-Feb 2013 6:00pm-10:00pm
Law Enforcement Academy CMS 26 North Bay Campus May 2012-July 2013 6:00pm-10:00pm
Law Enforcement Academy CMS 27 North Bay Campus Aug 2012-June 2013 8:00am-2:00pm
