ST. JOHNS RIVER STATE COLLEGE · UNITED STATES
Florida Corrections Officer Academy
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS 0540
At a glance
3 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Certificate
Level
- 90%+Average pass rate for the state certification exam
- Over 90%Graduates employed in Northeast Florida agencies
- Experienced FacultyIncluding retired FBI, Sheriff's Command Staff, and military veterans
- State-of-the-artSimulators, forensics labs, and equipment
- Money-Back Guarantee
This program trains individuals to become Corrections Officers, responsible for the custody, care, and control of inmates within correctional facilities. The curriculum is designed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and aligns with Florida Statutes. Graduates are prepared to take the state certification exam, with academy graduates historically achieving over a 90% pass rate, exceeding the state average. The program emphasizes hands-on training using state-of-the-art simulators, forensics labs, and equipment.
Careers
Graduates are prepared for careers as Corrections Officers, overseeing and maintaining custody, care, and control of inmates. The program has strong partnerships with local law enforcement agencies, and over 90% of employed graduates find work in Northeast Florida.
- Corrections Officer
Frequently asked questions
- What are the application deadlines and start dates for the Florida Corrections Officer Academy?
- The application period runs from March 30 to June 5, 2026. Acceptance decisions are made on June 10, 2026, with orientation on June 30, 2026, and the program starting on July 7, 2026.
- What is the application process for the Corrections Officer Academy?
- Prospective students must apply to SJR State, submit a complete Corrections Officer Application Packet, obtain the Physical Training Program information, take the BAT Test, and then submit all materials to the Criminal Justice Training Center on the St. Augustine campus.
- What careers can I pursue after completing this program?
- Graduates are prepared for careers as Corrections Officers, responsible for overseeing and maintaining custody, care, and control of inmates. Over 90% of employed graduates find work in Northeast Florida agencies.
- Are there any scholarships available for this program?
- General Scholarships are available, which are merit/need-based and vary in amount. The application period for scholarships is October 1 to June 1, with April 1 being the priority review deadline.
- What is the pass rate for the state certification exam?
- Historically, academy graduates achieve over a 90% pass rate on the state certification exam, exceeding the state average.
Entry requirements
Program RequirementsRefer to the Catalog for specific program requirements.
Special admission requirements - Apply early!
Fees
Tuition (international)Contact the institution for current international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Contact the institution for current domestic tuition fees.
LivingContact the institution for estimated living costs.
How to apply
1. Apply to SJR StateComplete the general college application online.
2. Submit Corrections Officer Application PacketDownload, print, and complete the Corrections Officer Application Packet. Note that the application portion can be filled out electronically before printing.
3. Download Physical Training Program InformationObtain the Physical Training Program document.
4. Take the BAT TestRegister and pay for the BAT test ($39) online at www.pearsonvue.com. This test is only available at PearsonVue Testing Centers.
5. Submit Application MaterialsBring all printed and completed documents from the application packet to the Criminal Justice Training Center on the St. Augustine campus.
Scholarships
General ScholarshipsVaries
Accreditation
Program curriculum prescribed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.
Frequently asked questions
What are the application deadlines and start dates for the Florida Corrections Officer Academy?
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The application period runs from March 30 to June 5, 2026. Acceptance decisions are made on June 10, 2026, with orientation on June 30, 2026, and the program starting on July 7, 2026.
What is the application process for the Corrections Officer Academy?
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Prospective students must apply to SJR State, submit a complete Corrections Officer Application Packet, obtain the Physical Training Program information, take the BAT Test, and then submit all materials to the Criminal Justice Training Center on the St. Augustine campus.
What careers can I pursue after completing this program?
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Graduates are prepared for careers as Corrections Officers, responsible for overseeing and maintaining custody, care, and control of inmates. Over 90% of employed graduates find work in Northeast Florida agencies.
Are there any scholarships available for this program?
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General Scholarships are available, which are merit/need-based and vary in amount. The application period for scholarships is October 1 to June 1, with April 1 being the priority review deadline.
What is the pass rate for the state certification exam?
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Historically, academy graduates achieve over a 90% pass rate on the state certification exam, exceeding the state average.