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Wyoming Law
Enforcement
Academy
Detention Officer Basic
Detention Officer Basic
Certification Type:
Basic Certification
P.O.S.T Hours
310
Course Summary
Students are taught and evaluated on curriculum established and certified by W.L.E.A. and WY P.O.S.T. Subjects include: Constitutional Law, PREA, Supervision of Inmates, Classification of Inmates, Firearms, Custody & Control, and Emergency Vehicle Operations.
Course Requirements
Students must have a WY P.O.S.T. Temporary Certification and be employed by a Wyoming Law Enforcement Agency or be a Pre-Service Officer. Given the physically demanding nature of this course, students are required to complete the WLEA Physical Fitness Assessment to the prescribed Cooper Standards on the morning of the first day in order to continue training.
To receive certification, students must complete a variety of written and physical skills exams.
Additionally, the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy cannot admit, or consider any applicant for admission, who has not been issued a temporary P.O.S.T. certification number prior to application.
Special Instructions
Once your application is processed you will receive a detailed list of the equipment needed.
Equipment List
Medical Clearance Form
Prior to commencing your WLEA journey, it is imperative to meet all essential prerequisites. It is mandatory for all prospective students from agencies and individuals undergoing Preservice to satisfactorily complete the prescribed Medical Clearance Form.
Click below to learn more about the Medical Clearance Form
None.
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