Peace Officer Basic Training

The Peace Officer Basic Training 845-hour program provides the training for an individual to take the OPOTA certification test to become a Commissioned Peace Officer and meets the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code Section 109.77 for Peace Officer Certification.

Next academy start date:

September 8th, 2025

December 8th, 2025

Classes meet Monday - Friday: 8 A.M. - approximately 3:30 P.M.

Financial Aid available to those who qualify go to Financial Aid page

Corrections Academy

April 8, 2025 – May 2, 2025

Corrections Application April 2025

October 14, 2025 – November 7, 2025

Corrections Application October 2025

Free Mental Health Training Day

October 8, 2025

Field Training Officer Course

November 5, 2025 – November 7, 2025

Special Evidence Technician School

May 5-9 & May 12-16, 2025

Special Evidence Technician School Flyer

Pre-Academy Fitness Program (Fit to Serve)

Pre –Police Academy Program

This 90 minute pre-Police Academy Program will emphasize the importance of Physical Conditioning and Nutrition for the cadet
The Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission rules and policies, along with Greene County Career Centers Peace Officer Basic Training Academy expectations will be covered.
Proper form for exercises
Proper footwear and clothing
Warm-up and exercise programs – handouts

The Fit To Serve (Pre-Police Academy Training Program) dates are as follows from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM:

Times TBA