Law, Public Safety, & Security
200-Hour Jail Academy
Non-Degree Certification
This course also features an overview of the curriculum and premises of the basic jail officer training course. This 5-week course is open to both pre-service and hired jail officers and is offered one time per year during the summer. The cost of the Jail Academy is approximately $1,900 + uniforms.
What you'll learn
- This course also features an overview of the curriculum and premises of the basic jail officer training course
- This 5-week course is open to both pre-service and hired jail officers and is offered one time per year during the summer
- The cost of the Jail Academy is approximately $1,900 + uniforms
- This is a non-degree certification and is not eligible for Financial Aid
- Before Applying, download and complete the following documents
Where it leads
This program leads to a Non-Degree Certification. Talk with an advisor about transfer options and continuing education from here; see how Southwest Tech credentials stack.
Cost and next steps
Tuition depends on your course load; Paying for college covers current tuition, aid, and scholarships. When you're ready: apply, meet with an advisor, and register.
From the College's published program catalog. Reviewed July 2026.