Traditional Correctional Basic Recruit Training Program Career Certificate

It’s a big responsibility being in charge of the supervision, safety, and security of inmates, but you are up for the challenge. This certificate includes theory and applications that will help you achieve your goals. Students who take this program are prepped and ready for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement state certification exam.

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Getting Started: Fall Term

Aug. 19:  Application

Aug. 26:  Classes Begin

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Why Seminole State?

  • Dedicated faculty: Faculty are "scholar-practitioners" with industry experience as well as academic credentials.  
  • Affordable tuition: Seminole State has significantly lower costs than trade schools.
  • High-tech facilities: Labs are equipped with the latest technologies that simulate real-world job conditions.  
  • Industry involvement: Our industry-focused certificate programs offer excellent connections to Central Florida employers.
  • Hands-on experience: Practical, hands-on learning experiences prepare students to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Career advancement: Graduates are prepared for immediate entry into the workforce upon certificate completion.

Additional Information

Traditional Correctional Basic Recruit Training Program
Type: Career Certificate
Major Code: CRECT-VC
CIP: 0743010200

Program Description

Available Course Course Not Offered Spring 2025
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First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers
40
Hours
This course will better prepare prospective officers to apply all applicable First Responder knowledge and techniques to emergency situations. Lab fee required.
Firearms
80
Hours
This course is designed to give the student basic skills and knowledge needed to operate a firearm safely. Lab fee required.
Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics
80
Hours
This course provides physical skills training to basic recruits covering the use of force in controlling subjects and for self-defense. Although there is some classroom instruction, most of this course is physical training. Lab fee required.
Introduction to Corrections
32
Hours
This course provides students with an overview of the correctional officer training program and the requirements for becoming a certified officer. It also provides instruction on basic criminal justice values, ethics and a foundational knowledge of the law and the ability to apply that law to specific incidents.
Communications
40
Hours
This course provides students with practical communication skills for managing and supervising inmates, giving directions, answering questions and interacting with others in a professional and safe manner. The course includes interpersonal communication, telecommunications, interviewing, note-taking and report-writing.
Officer Safety
16
Hours
This course provides students with an overview of officer safety and security concerns, identification, manipulation and deception, contraband and searches.
Facility and Equipment
8
Hours
This course provides students with an overview and basic knowledge of standard equipment and materials used to keep correctional facilities clean, safe and secure. Students will also learn to identify common problems found when managing equipment.
Intake and Release
18
Hours
This course provides students with an overview of the various intake, classification and release processes used by county and state facilities.
Supervising in a Correctional Facility
40
Hours
This course provides students with an overview of the role of the correctional officer in the care, custody and control of inmates. Students will also learn the importance of developing supervisory and observational skills, practicing officer safety and following policies and procedures to ensure the safe operation of a correctional facility.
Supervising Special Populations
20
Hours
This course provides students with an awareness of special populations and the appropriate responses when interacting with and supervising a variety of individuals that have been grouped together.
Responding to Incidents and Emergencies
16
Hours
This course provides students with an awareness and ability to apply knowledge, training and reasonable judgment to ensure the safety and security of all persons at the facility during an emergency.
Officer Wellness and Physical Abilities
30
Hours
This course is designed to prepare students to perform the physical duties as a correctional officer through the implementation of a physical fitness training plan and a nutritional component.
Total Hours: 420

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Tuition and Fees*

 In StateOut of State
Tuition/Lab Fees (in state)$1,650$5,160
Uniforms$450$450
Books$100$100
Total$2,200$5,710

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* Tuition, fees and other program costs are approximate and are subject to change. As Seminole State is a commuter college with no residence halls on its campuses, costs for room and board are not calculated.