Crossover from Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer
Crossover from Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer (P430125)
This program is established for the purpose of providing job-related training to students that require certification, in accordance with Chapter 943, Florida Statutes (F.S.) and Chapter 11B-35, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) as full-time or part-time Law Enforcement Officers. A student enrolling in this program must possess current certification as a correctional officer in accordance with Chapters 943, F.S., and 11B-35, F.A.C.
The content includes, but is not limited to, knowledge of codes of ethics; history and evolution of laws; introduction to the criminal justice system; statutory authority of the FDLE CJSTC; basic laws and legal procedures; law enforcement operations; investigation knowledge and skills; laws, rules and regulations of arrest; search and seizure; knowledge of use of force; defensive tactics; physical fitness; weapons skills; controlling and restraining techniques; traffic control and direction, DUI enforcement techniques; first aid techniques; communications skills; and human relation skills.
| Title | Course # | Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
Introduction to Law Enforcement |
CJK0001 |
10 |
|
Legal |
CJK0012 |
62 |
|
Interactions With a Diverse Community |
CJK0013 |
40 |
|
Interviewing and Report Writing |
CJK0014 |
56 |
|
Fundamentals of Patrol |
CJK0064 |
35 |
|
Calls for Service |
CJK0065 |
36 |
|
Criminal Investigations |
CJK0077 |
50 |
|
Crime Scene to Courtroom |
CJK0078 |
35 |
|
Critical Incidents |
CJK0092 |
44 |
|
Traffic Stops |
CJK0087 |
30 |
|
DUI Traffic Stops |
CJK0084 |
24 |
|
Traffic Crash Investigations |
CJK0088 |
32 |
|
Cross-Over Program Updates |
CJK0393 |
8 |
|
CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations |
CJK0020 |
48 |
|
Dart- Firing Stun Gun |
CJK0422 |
8 |
|
|
Program Length: |
518 Hours |
Course Prerequisites
- School District Recognized Accredited High School Diploma or GED
- A physical training pre-test is required
- Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test - CJBAT ($40)
- Fingerprint Card processed by FDLE and FBI ($55)
- Physical exam with EKG Results and Drug Screen (cost varies with each doctor)
- One (1) day orientation process
Program Times
Days and times may vary depending on curriculum needs. Contact the Criminal Justice Department (850-941-6200 ext. 2152) for schedules.
Program Costs
|
Estimated for Florida Residents Tuition: $1,440.04 Law Enforcement Lab Fee: $375 Uniforms: $400 Total: $2,215.04 |
Estimated for Non-Residents Tuition: $6,024.34 Law Enforcement Supply Fee: $375 Uniforms: $400 Total: $6,799.34 |
Industry Salaries
Salary Rate: $26,000 - $31,000
Pensacola Average: $42, 681.60
State Average: $59,342.40
National Average: $56,100
Law Enforcement Officer Contact Information
Phone: 850-941-6200 Ext. 2152
Location: REGION 1 | FDLE Criminal Justice Training Center #70
Office hours: Monday through Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM
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