The Basic Peace Office Training course meets all the required standards for basic law enforcement training in Ohio. The student is provided with quality instruction in all subject matters prescribed by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Council. Upon completion of the course the student is eligible to take the State certification test.

Every student is given individualized instruction in police car driving, firearm proficiency and safety, self-defense tactics, and physical conditioning.

Experts in the many fields of criminal justice are brought to the Academy to present qualified instruction in their critical subject areas.

Requirements for the class are:
 

background check and fingerprinting, pre-testing, personal interview, physical exam, verification of Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record, and applicant must not have any felony convictions. Note: The program is physically demanding. Students are required to pass a Fitness Aptitude Test as part of the course. Requires Work Keys Testing. $3,4100 600 hours 5-9 p.m. Starts: Sept. Ends: June (Mon-Thur): Also meets 1st and 3rd Sat. of each month (8-4:30 p.m.) and six Sundays (8-5 p.m) . (call for class schedule) Additional Cost: 2 uniforms and physical conditioning clothing are required, duty belt, firearm, and footwear.

Note: Class times and dates are subject to change