Entry into Criminal Justice Certificate Programs requires meeting the standards as established by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for employment. A copy of these requirements will be furnished by the Public Safety Division at NWFSC.

Be a citizen of the United States.
Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Pass the CJ Basic Abilities Test or meet exemption requirements.
Have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
Have not received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
Have good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
Have been fingerprinted with prints processed by the FDLE and the FBI.
Successfully passed a background investigation, to include drug testing.
Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or certified advanced registered nurse practitioner.

VC-LEOB - CCP in Law Enforcement Officer

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