Basic Corrections Officer - Technical Certificate

Federal Gainful Employment Information

The Basic Corrections Officer program builds upon skills and knowledge gained in the Special Function Officer program and provides basic training required for employment in the field of corrections. Areas of study include constitutional and correctional law, offender supervision strategies, critical incident responses, and other correctional-related topics.

• Successfully completed the SFO certification test in the past 4 years OR employment with an agency and engaging in SFO duties.

• Be at least 19 years of age at the time of certification as a correctional officer