Correctional Officer (5710)
This program gives students a basic understanding
of the duties and responsibilities of the line correctional officer.
In addition, it gives the students an overview of the other related
fields within the criminal justice system. Specific areas in which
students will receive instruction include operational procedures,
legal aspects of corrections, supervisory practices and related
technical skills.
Jobs are expected to grow faster than the average; opportunities are expected to be
excellent. Median annual salary for correctional officers in 2002 was $32,670.
This program is accredited by the Criminal Justice Standards and
Training Commission.
As part of the application process, students
are required to take and pass the Corrections Officer Basic Abilities
Test (COBAT), a driving history check, physical agility testing,
drug screening, health physical, medical examination, polygraph,
background investigations and oral interview. Students must also
be 19 years of age, have a valid drivers license and be an American
citizen.
Estimated tuition is $970 (for Florida residents as of 7/05). Contact the program manager for additional costs (textbooks, materials, fees).
| Professional Courses |
Contact Hours |
Workforce Credits |
| CJD 0254 |
Medical First Responder |
48 |
1.5 |
| CJD 0704 |
Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics |
106 |
3.5 |
| CJD 0705 |
Criminal Justice Weapons |
64 |
2.0 |
| CJD 0770 |
Criminal Justice Legal I/ Correctional Officer |
46 |
1.5 |
| CJD 0771 |
Criminal Justice Legal II/ Correctional Officer |
22 |
0.5 |
| CJD 0772 |
Criminal Justice Communications /Correctional Officer |
42 |
1.5 |
| CJD 0773 |
Criminal Justice Interpersonal Skills I/Correctional Officer |
62 |
2.0 |
| CJD 0741 |
Emergency Preparedness |
26 |
1.0 |
| CJD 0750 |
Interpersonal Skills II |
50 |
1.5 |
| CJD 0752 |
Correctional Operations |
64 |
2.0 |
| |
Total Contact Hours |
530 |
17.0 |
Upon successful completion of the correctional officer basic recruitment training, students may receive up to 28 hours of college credit toward the Criminal Justice Officer Administration A.S./A.A.S. degree program (2339). See the program description for credit award requirements.
At the discretion of the dean, a waiver of prerequisites for this course may be obtained at the request of an agency or based upon the classes needed of an out-of-state officer entering into the Florida certification program.
