About
This program is designed for students who seek certification as correctional officers. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the state’s certification examination. The program is certified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, P.O. Box 1489, Tallahassee, FL 32302-1489, telephone 850-410-8600.
This program is limited access and has additional Admission requirements, which can be viewed in the Application Packet.
For details about when the next Corrections Academy will begin and other important information, see the flyer below. Once you have completed the application packet and applied for admission with CF, contact the Criminal Justice Institute at 352-873-5838 to schedule your packet review.
Academy Flyer Academy Application Packet
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Course Information
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Tuition
CF is ranked in the top 1% for affordability across the United States, with low tuition rates and more than $1 million in scholarships awarded every year. More than 87% of students receive financial aid.
Tuition and Fees:
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$88.08 per credit hour*