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:

December 9, 2024

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

Field Training Officer Course

November 18 - 20, 2024

Application for November 2024 Course

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