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Law Enforcement Academy

In order to meet the growing needs of our students and law enforcement agencies, Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy would like to announce the expansion of our Certificate Only program. 

For Fall 2024 the academy will offer two programs.

One is a Full Time Day class.  Recruits attend class Monday through Friday; 0800-1630. The 045 Day Class will begin August 19, 2024, and complete near the middle of February 2025.  This is a 1000-hour POST only curriculum program.  Upon completion of the program, recruits will graduate with a Missouri Class A Peace Officers License and 41 college credits.  Application deadline has been extended.  Questions? Please contact the academy at 636-481-3425.

Two is a Part Time Night class.  Recruits attend class Monday through Thursday; 1800-2200, and every Saturday 0800-1630 for the duration of the program.  The 046 Night Class will begin August 19, 2024, and complete near the first week of May 2025.  This is a 1000-hour POST only curriculum program.  Upon completion of the program, recruits will graduate with a Missouri Class A Peace Officers License and 41 college credits.  Application deadline has been extended. Please contact the academy with any questions at 636-481-3425. 

The academy will be moving the first week of September 2024. The academy will be located on the third floor of the Arnold Campus building.  The Arnold Campus is located at 1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold, Missouri, 63010.  This location is convenient to surrounding counties and easy to access from I-55 and State Rt. 21. 

Basic Academy Requirements

  • Applicants must be 20 years of age at the start of the program.  You must be 21 years old to take the State Licensing Exam.
  • Applicants must be a US citizen.    
  • Applicants must apply to Jefferson College and meet College reading placement standards. 
  • Applicants must submit an application to the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy with all required supporting documents. 
  • Applicants given provisional acceptance must submit to fingerprint testing through the Missouri Highway Patrol.