Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Advance Training Academy
The Criminal Justice Advance Training Academy is a limited access program governed by Palm Beach State, Region XII Justice Training Council and the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. This minimum standards class is regulated by Florida statutes and is a highly structured and disciplined program with special rules, policies and procedures.
Exemption from Training (EFT) Dates & Registration
EFT for Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officers
Upcoming Dates:
- December 2-10, 2024
- February 5-13, 2025
- February 10-18, 2025
- April 2-10, 2025
- April 7-15, 2025
- June 4-12, 2025
- June 9-17, 2025
- August 6-14, 2025
- August 11-19, 2025
- October 1-9, 2025
- October 6-14, 2025
- December 3-11, 2025
- December 8-16, 2025
Admission Requirements: This is a limited access program.
This course is for previously Florida certified Law Enforcement Officers seeking certification as Florida certified Law Enforcement officers. You must possess a current and valid CJSTC Form #76 (Exemption-From-Training) issued by a Training Center or LE Agency. This course consists of the demonstration of proficiency in the four high liability areas: Defensive Tactics, First Aid, Vehicle Operations, Firearms as well as state examination preparation.
Completion Requirements: Successful demonstration of proficiency in all four high liability areas. (Defensive Tactics, First Aid, Vehicle Operations and Firearms). Contact hours: 76
There are no refunds once the course begins.
EFT for Out-of-State or Federal Certified Law Enforcement or Correction Officers
Upcoming dates:
- December 4-7, 2024
- February 5-8, 2025
- February 12-15, 2025
- April 2-5, 2025
- April 9-12, 2025
- June 4-7, 2025
- June 11-14, 2025
- August 6-9, 2025
- August 13-16, 2025
- October 1-4, 2025
- October 8-11, 2025
- December 3-6, 2025
- December 10-13, 2025
This is a limited access program
Law Enforcement or correctional officers from another state, a federal agency or an inactive Florida officer may be able to obtain Florida certification without attending a full basic recruit academy in Florida if they:
1. Successfully complete an EFT Evaluation proving they attended basic training in specific subjects and were employed full time as an officer for at least 1 full year that ended not more than 8 years ago.
2. Attend a Proficiency Demonstration training course in high-liability physical skills.
3. Pass the Florida State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE). You must complete each step before going on to the next.
If you successfully complete all three steps; you may be certified as an officer in Florida. Contact hours: 76
Advanced Training and Special Courses
Registration must be through your agency training department/coordinator. Registrations must be emailed on Authorization to Attend from agency letterhead to: CJTRAINING@palmbeachstate.edu
Once approved by PBSC Advanced Training Department, Agency Training Liaisons will receive a registration link and password for attendees to register on Eventbrite.
Registration Contact: Edgar Richard
richarde@palmbeachstate.edu | 561-868-3773
Course Name | Date | Time |
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Spanish for CJ Professionals | View Flyer |
October 14-18, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Speed Measurement | View Flyer |
October 14-18, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
The Art of Surveillance | View Flyer |
October 15-16, 2024 |
2:30pm - 11:00pm |
Conducting Background Investigations | View Flyer |
October 21-25, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Interviews & Interrogations | View Flyer |
October 21-25, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Special Tactical Problems | View Flyer |
October 28 - November 1, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Traffic Homicide Investigations | View Flyer |
October 28 - November 8, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Instructor Techniques | View Flyer |
Two weeks: November 4-7, 2024 November 12-15, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Sex Crimes Investigations | View Flyer |
November 4-8, 2024 |
8:00am - 6:30pm |
Death & Homicide/Injury Investigations | View Flyer |
November 12-15, 2024 |
8:00am - 6:30pm |
Crisis Response Management/New Title | View Flyer |
November 18-22, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Substance Abuse Awareness & Education | View Flyer |
November 18-22, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Body Language & Deception in High Risk Environments | View Flyer |
December 2-6, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Firearms Instructor FDLE Certification | View Flyer |
December 2-6, 2024 |
7:30am - 6:30pm |
Report Writing & Review | View Flyer |
December 2-6, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Case Preparation & Court Presentation | View Flyer |
December 2-6, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Advanced Hostage Negotiations | View Flyer |
December 9-13, 2024 |
8:00am - 5:00pm |