Public Safety Academy Cross-Over Programs

Admission Requirements

  1. Must not have been convicted or pled guilty to ANY criminal offense involving moral character as defined by 11B.27.0011 FAC.
  2. Must provide verification of current certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement or Correctional Probation, depending upon program entering.
  3. Must pass the Law Enforcement or Corrections Basic Abilities Test depending upon the program entering. Call ahead to schedule test (850-973-9451).
  4. Must complete the online FAFSA Application to determine federal student loan or PELL. (May be exempted)
  5. Must submit an application for admission with payment of the $20 non-refundable fee to the NFC Office of Admissions.
  6. Must have a high school diploma or GED. Submit final, official, sealed transcripts from your high school/GED and all previously or currently enrolled colleges to the NFC Office of Admissions.
  7. Must obtain and provide a letter of sponsorship from a local law enforcement agency indicating that the agency has conducted a local records check on applicant and that the applicant’s record is clear as outlined above.
  8. Must be fingerprinted at NFC for forwarding to FDLE.
  9. Must pass physical fitness exam. (Form 75-B)
  10. Must pass urinalysis test.

Correctional Officer Cross-Over to Florida Law Enforcement Academy

Program Code 5043 | 518 Clock Hours

This program is designed as specified by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. It is an application-based program, addressing tasks required of correctional officers who seek law enforcement certification. Upon completion, recruits must sit for the State of Florida Officer Certification Examination. Successful completion of academy training and the examination are required for certification.

Program Courses

CJK 0001 Introduction to Law Enforcement

CJK 0012 Legal

CJK 0013 Interactions in a Diverse Community

CJK 0014 Interviewing and Report Writing

CJK 0064 Fundamentals of Patrol

CJK 0065 Calls for Service

CJK 0077 Criminal Investigations

CJK 0078 Crime Scene to Courtroom

CJK 0092 Critical Incidents

CJK 0087 Traffic Stops

CJK 0084 DUI Traffic Stops

CJK 0088 Traffic Crash Investigations

CJK 0393 Cross-Over Program Updates

CJK 0020 CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations

CJK 0422 Dart Firing Stun Gun

Total Clock Hours: 518

Law Enforcement Officer Cross-Over to Florida CMS Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy

Program Code 5044 | 198 Clock Hours

This program is designed as specified by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. It is an application-based program, addressing tasks required of law enforcement officers who seek correctional officer certification. Upon completion, recruits must sit for the State of Florida Officer Certification Examination. Successful completion of academy training and the examination are required for certification.

Program Courses

CJK 0300 Introduction to Corrections

CJK 0305 Communications

CJK 0310 Officer Safety

CJK 0315 Facility and Equipment

CJK 0320 Intake and Release

CJK 0325 Supervising in a Correctional Facility

CJK 0330 Supervising Special Populations

CJK 0205 Responding to Incidents and Emergencies

CJK 0393 Cross-Over Program Updates

Total Clock Hours: 198

Correctional Probation Officer Cross-Over to Florida Law Enforcement Officer

Program Code 5048 | 532 Clock Hours

This program is designed as specified by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. It is an application-based program, addressing tasks required of correctional probation officers who seek law enforcement officer certification. Upon completion, recruits must sit for the State of Florida Officer Certification Examination. Successful completion of academy training and the examination are required for certification.

Program Courses

CJK 0012 Legal

CJK 0013 Interactions in a Diverse Community

CJK 0064 Fundamentals of Patrol

CJK 0065 Calls for Service

CJK 0077 Criminal Investigations

CJK 0078 Crime Scene to Courtroom

CJK 0092 Critical Incidents

CJK 0087 Traffic Stops

CJK 0084 DUI Traffic Stops

CJK 0088 Traffic Crash Investigations

CJK 0393 Crossover Updates

CJK 0020 CMS Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations

CJK 0040 CMS Criminal Justice Firearms

CJK 0422 Dart Firing Stun Gun

Total Clock Hours: 532

Correctional Probation Officer Cross-Over to Florida CMS Correctional Officer

Program Code 5047 | 238 Clock Hours

This program is designed as specified by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. It is an application-based program, addressing tasks required of correctional probation officers who seek correctional officer certification. Upon completion, recruits must sit for the State of Florida Officer Certification Examination. Successful completion of academy training and the examination are required for certification.

Program Courses

CJK 0300 Introduction to Corrections

CJK 0310 Officer Safety

CJK 0315 Facilities and Equipment

CJK 0320 Intake and Release

CJK 0325 Supervising in a Correctional Facility

CJK 0330 Supervising Special Populations

CJK 0335 Responding to Incidents and Emergencies

CJK 0040 CMS Criminal Justice Firearms

CJK 0393 Crossover Updates

Total Clock Hours: 238

Admission, program and degree requirements are subject to change. Contact the NFC Public Safety Academy for the most current information.