San Juan County Criminal Justice Training Authority

Basic Police Officer Training

 

Our Basic Police Officer Training is a 800+ hour program that is conducted over approximately a 23 week period. Students begin class at 0700 hours and are dismissed at 1600 hours, Monday - Friday, although there are some nights and weekends required throughout the program. 

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Based on our regional law enforcement needs the SJCCJTA's Basic Police Officer Training Academy will be offering 40 hours of additional post academy training (which is optional for outside agencies), to include Active Shooter, Laser/Doppler RADAR, and Stop Stick. In addition to their Basic Police Officer Law Enforcement Certificate, they will receive a Police Science Certificate issued by San Juan College. 

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Most of our students are those who have already been employed by a police department and are sent here to be trained and certified prior to being assigned to the street as patrolmen. It is possible for individuals to sponsor themselves in the program, but they must meet the same testing criteria and pass the same background investigation as a police officer applicant to be admitted. Additionally, the individual would be responsible for all tuition and fees associated with the program. If you're interested in sponsoring yourself, email your contact information to sjccjta@gmail.com for more information. 

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Information Packets

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BPOT Academy #57: Start Date July 9, 2025

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• BPOT Academy Requirements

• Physical Ability Requirements

• PT uniform Order Form