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Law Enforcement Academy enrolling for fall 2011 peace officer certification course

 Billy Loveless, 6/28/2011


The Brazosport College Law Enforcement Academy is recruiting for enrollment in fall 2011 Basic Peace Officer Certification courses.





The Basic Peace Officer Certification courses begin in August, along with the regular fall semester, at Brazosport College. Registration begins July 25.

Two certification courses will be offered, including a day course and a night course. Applications must be completed and submitted to the college’s Law Enforcement Academy no later than Aug. 11.

Successful applicants will participate in more than 600 hours of training in various subjects such as criminal law, firearms and arrest tactics, as well as emergency driving, traffic enforcement and criminal investigation.  





Applicants must undergo a recruiting process, including a criminal history check and psychological evaluation. Upon successful completion of the training course, candidates will become eligible to sit for the state licensing exam. A passing score of 70 or above on the state licensing exam will make the candidate eligible for employment in the state of Texas as a police officer, deputy sheriff, constable and other law enforcement capacities.  





Interested parties may receive an application package at the college’s front desk or by contacting Teresa LeBlanc at (979) 230-3442. Applications also can be obtained at www.brazosport.edu. Choose the “Law Enforcement Package Request” link from the “Quick Links” at the top right-hand corner of the page and an application will be sent to your designated e-mail address.