We also offer a corrections officer academy, in-service courses for area professionals and testing services. Policeacademy graduates obtain training beyond MCOLES requirements, including TASER, PBT and Radar, making them more competitive candidates to area employers.
The Columbus Division of Police Training Bureau is committed to providing students with the finest law enforcement training available utilizing the most effective and efficient technologies in a modern, safe, and professional environment to establish superior institutional knowledge.
The Basic PeaceOfficerAcademycourse is designed for basic entry-level training for the student preparing for a position as a Reserve Officer, Peace Officer, and Deputy Sheriff's assigned to patrol.
The training academy is truly a state-of-the-art facility. The majority of rooms recently went through a major digital upgrade with the rest of the rooms to upgrade in 2017.
One of the unique features of our policeacademy program is, that as a result of where we're located, we're able to successfully train individuals for the needs of larger urban communities and smaller rural communities. You'll attend a program with an excellent reputation.
Stay up-to-date with Delta's in-service seminars for local law enforcement professionals. The purpose of this 16-hour course is to increase officer ability to observe, identify, and articulate the signs of impairment related to drugs, alcohol, or a combination of both.
Passage of academy testing and examination process which includes entry-level written examination, submission of medical examination, fingerprints, and a felony disclaimer. This course is designed for basic entry-level training for the student preparing for a position as a Level I (1) Reserve Officer, full time Peace Officer, or Deputy Sheriff.
Contact the DeltaPoliceAcademy for information concerning admission requirements, enrollment, and current course fees. To obtain an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, a student must earn a grade of C (2.0) or better in this course.