Florida Law Enforcement Academy
Program Details
Program Content:
The purpose of the Manatee Technical College Florida Law Enforcement Academy is to prepare students for employment and advanced training for Law Enforcement Officers in the State of Florida. Law enforcement recruits will be trained in firearm proficiency, defensive driving, defensive tactics, first responder, and academic areas of criminal justice.
Top Local Employers: Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and Bradenton Police Department
Certification/Licensure:
Successful completion of the program prepares graduates to take the State Certification Examination for Law Enforcement, the test required to become a certified law enforcement officer in the state of Florida.
CTSO:
SkillsUSA and/or HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Articulation:
Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F.S.
Other Classes Offered:
Information regarding continuing education classes can be found on the Continuing Education page (under “Law” section)
Start Date:
August, January
Program Length:
Full-Time: 770 hours – approximately 6 months to complete.
OCP A
Course Number: CJK0002
Course Title: Introduction to Law Enforcement
Length: 12 hours
Course Number: CJK0016
Course Title: Communication
Length: 24 hours
Course Number: CJK0018
Course Title: Legal
Length: 64 hours
Course Number: CJK0019
Course Title: Interviewing and Report Writing
Length: 56 hours
Course Number: CJK0063
Course Title: Fundamentals of Patrol
Length: 40 hours
Course Number: CJK0021
Course Title: Serving Your Community
Length: 34 hours
Course Number: CJK0072
Course Title: Crimes Against Persons
Length: 48 hours
Course Number: CJK0073
Course Title: Crimes Involving Property and Society
Length: 12 hours
Course Number: CJK0079
Course Title: Crime Scene Follow-up Investigations
Length: 34 hours
Course Number: CJK0400
Course Title: Traffic Incidents
Length: 12 hours
Course Number: CJK0401
Course Title: Traffic Stops
Length: 24 hours
Course Number: CJK0401
Course Title: Traffic Crash Investigations
Length: 30 hours
Course Number: CJK0403
Course Title: DUI Traffic Stops
Length: 24 hours
Course Number: CJK0093
Course Title: Critical Incidents
Length: 44 hours
Course Number: CJK0020
Course Title: Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations
Length: 48 hours
Course Number: CJK0031
Course Title: First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers
Length: 40 hours
Course Number: CJK0040
Course Title: Criminal Justice Firearms
Length: 80 hours
Course Number: CJK0051
Course Title: Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics
Length: 4hours
Course Number: CJK0421
Course Title: Conducted Electrical Weapon/Dart-Firing Stun Gun
Length: 80 hours
Course Number: CJK0096
Course Title: Criminal Justice Officer Physical Fitness Training/Law Enforcement
Length: 60 hours
Times:
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211.
941.752.8100
Pre-requisites for law enforcement applicants: Must be U.S. Citizen, 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or GED, pass the Florida Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) (unless statutorily exempt), good moral character, no felony convictions involving false statements or spouse battery. Applicants must be in good physical condition, pass a drug screen, and successfully complete a polygraph, criminal history background check and pass the physical assessment test (all 5 absolute standards).
Program #P430105 CIP #0743010700
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees (includes $60.00 Administrative Fee)
$3233.40
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Background Check/Fingerprints (All for Life)
$70.00-$90.00
Polygraph
$175.00
Driver’s License History
$25.00
Drug Screening (All for Life)
$40.00
Physical with EKG
$120.60
FBAT Testing Fee
$45.00
Exiting Requirements
State Officer Certification Exam
$100.00
Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor)
Uniform Estimate (shirts, pants, shoes)
$575.00
Estimated Total Cost of Program
$4449.00
Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all Tuition & Fee charges.
Financial aid available depending on the student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid. Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: https://manateetech.edu/current-students/bookstore/
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents
Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information.
Florida Department of Education: Frameworks
Possible Careers and Outlook:
33-3051.00 Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers
Top Local Employers:
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, Bradenton Police Department
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Program Video
Testimonial Video
Training Center Ribbon Cutting
LENGTH
770
(6 Months)
LOCATION
East Campus, Lakewood Ranch
DELIVERY
Full-Time:
Day
DUAL ENROLLMENT
No
Have Questions? Ready to Start Your Career?
Lesley Chevalier
Career Counselor
5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100 x 47015
Email: mtclawacademy@manateeschools.net
to schedule an appointment
