The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy began training officers in 1968 and is the only authorized law enforcement training facility in the State of South Carolina.  The Academy has a mandate to provide basic training for all law enforcement, detention and telecommunications officers.
 
The Academy also provides advanced / specialized training in understanding Gang culture, Criminal Domestic Violence, Traffic Safety and Enforcement, Forensics, Behavioral Science, Defensive Tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operations and the proper handling of Firearms.
 
In order to participate in any training at the Academy you must first be employed by a state or local law enforcement agency or detention facility.  All candidates must complete training within the first twelve months of employment.
 
The Academy’s primary goal is to provide the quality training, knowledge, skills and abilities needed to serve and protect the citizens of South Carolina while maintaining a continuous certification process.
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 
May 8, 2012
Academy Connection
Volume 4 Issue 2
Apr 2012 Newsletter
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April 13, 2012
SFST Recertification Common Questions Addressed
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November 14, 2011
Bath Salts - Now a Controlled Substance (Updated)
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October 20, 2011
Academy issues officer’s Academy ID cards
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July 25, 2011
Cafeteria Closed for Renovations
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