Law Enforcement Officer
Law Enforcement Officer (P430105)
This program is established for the purpose of providing job-related training to candidates for full-time or part-time law enforcement officers that require entry level certification in accordance with Chapter 11B-35, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) and Chapter 943, Florida Statutes (F.S.).
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 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.
OCPs | Title | Course # | Hours |
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Introduction to Law Enforcement | CJK0001 | 10 |
Legal | CJK0012 | 62 | |
Interactions in a Diverse Community | CJK0013 | 40 | |
Interviewing and Report Writing | CJK0014 | 56 | |
Fundamentals of a 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 | |
CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations | CJK0020 | 48 | |
CMS First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers | CJK0031 | 40 | |
CMS Criminal Justice Firearms | CJK0040 | 80 | |
CMS Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics | CJK0051 | 80 | |
Dart- Firing Stun Gun | CJK0422 | 8 | |
Criminal Justice Officer Physical Training/ Law Enforcement | CJK0096 | 60 | |
Program Length: | 770 Hours |
Course Prerequisites
- School District Recognized Accredited High School Diploma or GED
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A physical training pre-test is required
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Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test - CJBAT ($40)
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Fingerprint Card processed by FDLE and FBI ($55)
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Physical Exam with EKG Results and Drug Screen (cost varies with each doctor)
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Three (3) day orientation process
Program Times
Times and days may vary depending on curriculum needs. Contact Criminal Justice Department for schedules.
Program Costs
Estimated for Florida Residents Tuition: $2,225.30 Law Enforcement Supply Fee: $750 Uniforms: $400.00 Total: $3,375.30 |
Estimated for Non-Residents Tuition: $8,955.10 Law Enforcement Supply Fee: $750 Uniforms: $400.00 Total: $10,105.10 |
Industry Salaries
Salary Rate: $26,00 - $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. 2165
Location: REGION 1 | FDLE Criminal Justice Training Center #70
Office hours:
Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.