Law Enforcement Academy (Limited Access Program)
Your Path to Success
To be a law enforcement officer in the State of Florida, you must first complete a
Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved academy, offered by one of the
Regional Training Centers. The Daytona State College’s School of Emergency Services
is an FDLE certified Training Center, providing top-notch training for future law
enforcement professionals.
Choosing to attend a law enforcement academy is more than just a step toward a career—it's
a commitment to making a tangible difference in your community. Here’s why pursuing
this path can be exceptionally rewarding:
- Make a difference: As a police officer, you will play a critical role in maintaining public safety and order, helping improve the quality of life in your community.
- Help others: Your duties will often involve assisting individuals in crisis, contributing to crime prevention, and supporting victims of crime, providing a deep sense of fulfillment.
- Explore diverse opportunities: The field offers various paths for specialization, such as detective work, K-9 units, SWAT, and community policing, allowing you to tailor your career to your interests.
- Advance your career: With experience and additional training, you can advance to higher ranks and leadership positions, continually growing and evolving in your career.
- Stay active and engaged: The role often involves being outdoors and staying active, ideal for those who prefer a physically engaging and varied work environment.
At Daytona State’s Law Enforcement Academy, you will receive comprehensive training
covering all aspects of law enforcement. Upon successfully completing the academy,
you will be eligible to take the State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE). Passing
this examination qualifies you for employment as a law enforcement officer anywhere
in the State of Florida.
Please note that admission to Daytona State College does not guarantee entrance into
this limited access program.
Embark on a career that offers not just job security and benefits, but also the opportunity
to make a real difference in the world. Join us at the School of Emergency Services
and start your journey toward becoming a respected law enforcement officer.
Start your path with the Law Enforcement Academy
career options
- Bunnell Police Department
- Daytona Beach Police Department
- Daytona Beach Shores Department of Public Safety
- DeLand Police Department
- Edgewater Police Department
- Flagler County Sheriff's Office
- Flagler Beach Police Department
- Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Florida Highway Patrol
- Holly Hill Police Department
- Lake Helen Police Department
- New Smyrna Beach Police Department
- Orange City Police Department
- Ormond Beach Police Department
- Ponce Inlet Police Department
- Port Orange Police Department
- Saint Augustine Beach Police
- South Daytona Police Department
- Seminole County Sheriff's Office
- St. Augustine Police Department
- Volusia County Sheriff's Office
Additional Information about the Florida Law Enforcement Academy
Program Information
Interested in becoming a Law Enforcement Officer? View the minimum requirements, course description and tuition below.