Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer (P430102)

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.

The content includes, but is not limited to, knowledge of codes of ethics; laws, rules, and regulations of arrest; search and seizure; patrol procedures; traffic control and direction; law enforcement vehicle operations; investigation of traffic crashes; DUI enforcement techniques; crime scene investigation techniques; trial procedures and testimony; communications.

Program content includes the following courses:

Title	Course #	Hours
Introduction to Corrections	CJK0300	32
Communications	CJK0305	40
Officer Safety	CJK0310	16
Facility and Equipment	CJK0315	8
Intake and Release	CJK0320	18
Supervising in a Correctional Facility	CJK0325	40
Supervising Special Populations	CJK0330	20
Responding to Incidents and Emergencies	CJK0335	16
CMS First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers	CJK0031	40
CMS Criminal Justice Firearms	CJK0040	80
CMS Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics	CJK0051	80
Officer Wellness and Physical Abilities	CJK0340	30
	Program Length:	420 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 Criminal Justice Department for schedules.

Program Costs

Estimated for Florida Residents

Tuition: $1,209.60

Uniforms: $400.00

Corrections Lab Fee: $745.00

Total: $2354.60

Industry Salaries

Salary Rate: $26,000 - $40,000

Pensacola Average: $36,441.60

State Average: $43,3256.40

National Average: $45,877