Program Information
Vocational Certificate - Code 121900 - Catalog 2024/2025
Sofiia Hesha, Staff Assistant, 386-506-4202, Sofiia.Hesha@daytonastate.edu
Tim Girard, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4113, Tim.Girard@daytonastate.edu
Evan Doyle, Director, 386-506-4201, Evan.Doyle@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Florida Law Enforcement Academy Program is to provide quality job training for students in this discipline, emphasizing student success, embracing excellence and diversity, and fostering innovation to enhance teaching and learning.
Description:
The program is designed for the student who intends to become either a full-time or part-time police officer. Students learn the tasks, duties and responsibilities of law enforcement officers to prevent and detect crime and to enforce the criminal, non-criminal and traffic laws of the state. Florida statute requires this certificate of completion for certification as a law enforcement officer.
This program is certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Graduates of the program are eligible to take the State Officer Certification Examination for police officer Certification/Employment.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Exhibit effective communication within the Law Enforcement profession in the State of Florida.
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Demonstrate professional behaviors consistent with the expectations for a Law Enforcement provider in the State of Florida.
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Demonstrate safe practices within the Law Enforcement profession in the State of Florida.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by visiting FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available please visit the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Program Tuition and Fees*: |
$2,111
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| Access Fee: |
$29.78 ($1.16 per credit)
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| Assessment Fee: |
$34 (First Semester Only)
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| Lab Fees: |
$415
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| FDLE BAT Exam: |
$40
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| Physical Exam: |
$150 to $250
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Textbook/Equipment/:
Uniforms
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$750 |
| Graduation Fee: |
$20 |
| State Exam: |
$100
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*In-State tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.
Additional Admission Requirements
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Complete a Criminal Justice Training Center Application for continuing enrollment.
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Completion of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Basic Abilities Test (FDLEBAT) and score a minimum of 70%.
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Must attend the Criminal Justice Training Center Orientation.
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Satisfactory results of a Florida Department of Law Enforcement and FBI background check.
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Must be able to meet minimum standards for certification as a law enforcement officer as set forth in Florida Statute 943.
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Be at least 19 years of age prior to graduation of program.
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Be a citizen of the United States.
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High School Diploma or GED.
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Not have been convicted of any felony, or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement. Any person who after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo-contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
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Never have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Be of good moral character.
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Currently possess a valid driver's license.
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Must be able to pass a physical examination by a licensed physician to include an EKG and drug screen.
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Students will be required to wear uniforms.
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Students will be held accountable for the policy and procedures of the Criminal Justice Training Center program as outlined in the CJTC student policy/rule book, as well as the college student handbook.
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
Careers
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information. please see: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-3051.00.
Program Length: The typical length of this program is three (3) semesters (20 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2021-22) for this field at 93%.
="sc-BodyText">CIP Code (6 digit) - 43.0107 Criminal Justice
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Program Specific Courses
| CJK0002 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | 12 |
| CJK0016 | Communication | 24 |
| CJK0018 | Legal | 64 |
| CJK0019 | Interviewing and Report Writing | 56.1 |
| CJK0020 | CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations | 48 |
| CJK0021 | Serving Your Community | 34 |
| CJK0031 | CMS First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers | 39.9 |
| CJK0040 | CMS Criminal Justice Firearms | 80.1 |
| CJK0051 | Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics | 80.1 |
| CJK0063 | Fundamentals of Patrol | 40 |
| CJK0072 | Crimes Against Persons | 48 |
| CJK0073 | Crimes Involving Property and Society | 12 |
| CJK0079 | Crime Scene Follow-up Investigations | 34 |
| CJK0400 | Traffic Incidents | 12 |
| CJK0401 | Traffic Stops | 24 |
| CJK0402 | Traffic Crash Investigations | 30 |
| CJK0403 | DUI Traffic Stops | 24 |
| CJK0093 | Critical Incidents | 43.8 |
| CJK0096 | Law Enforcement Officer Physical Fitness Training | 60 |
| CJK0421 | Conducted Electrical Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun | 4 |
Sample Program of Study
| CJK0002 | Introduction to Law Enforcement | 12 |
| CJK0016 | Communication | 24 |
| CJK0018 | Legal | 64 |
| CJK0019 | Interviewing and Report Writing | 56.1 |
| CJK0020 | CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations | 48 |
| CJK0021 | Serving Your Community | 34 |
| CJK0031 | CMS First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers | 39.9 |
| CJK0040 | CMS Criminal Justice Firearms | 80.1 |
| CJK0051 | Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics | 80.1 |
| CJK0063 | Fundamentals of Patrol | 40 |
| CJK0072 | Crimes Against Persons | 48 |
| CJK0073 | Crimes Involving Property and Society | 12 |
| CJK0079 | Crime Scene Follow-up Investigations | 34 |
| CJK0400 | Traffic Incidents | 12 |
| CJK0401 | Traffic Stops | 24 |
| CJK0402 | Traffic Crash Investigations | 30 |
| CJK0403 | DUI Traffic Stops | 24 |
| CJK0093 | Critical Incidents | 43.8 |
| CJK0096 | Law Enforcement Officer Physical Fitness Training | 60 |
| CJK0421 | Conducted Electrical Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun | 4 |