Criminal Justice: Correctional Officer

About

The course equips jailers and guards with the knowledge and understanding of inmate processing, maintaining order in the jail, and invoking disciplinary measures when necessary. In addition, a jailer may also perform cell searches for drugs and other contraband, inspect the facililty for cleanliness, and stand guard during exercise periods. It will provide jailers and guards with knowledge of emergency procedures, mental health and first aid, defensive tactics and use of force, ethics and legal issues, investigations, and personal development. The course will also incorporate the classes required to meet Tennessee POST requirements.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 8 Months
Clock Hours 864
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate
Total Tuition/Fees $2,880.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $583.75

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Correctional Officer Apprentice432Certificate
Master Correctional Officer864Certificate

Campus Locations

Clarksville Campus
135 International Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37040

Certifications

AHA Total Heartsaver First Aid
AED
CPR

Instructors

Joshua Miles
931-444-1348

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