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Our Program

Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy offers two options for students seeking a MO Department of Public Safety POST Class A License. The Academy goal  is to train and prepare individuals to become competent, ethical, and effective law enforcement officers.  Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy provides comprehensive instruction in various aspects of law enforcement, including but not limited to: legal principles, tactical skills, communication and interpersonal skills, ethics and professionalism, cultural competence, diversity training, Physical fitness, and wellness.

Missouri POST requires current licensed peace officers to obtain a minimum of 24 hours of continuing law enforcement education a year to maintain their license.  Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy offers an extensive list of training opportunities for Continuing Law Enforcement Education.  

JCLEA - DAY Class

Call the Academy at (636) 481-3425 if you have any questions.

The JCLEA DAY class includes required POST curriculum.  Included are specialized certifications in Firearms [Handgun, Shotgun and Patrol Rifle], Defensive Tactics, OC Pepper Spray, Expandable Baton, Taser, CPR & First Responder, Defensive Driver Training, Datamaster Breath Alcohol Analyzer Type III Operator, Standard Field Sobriety Testing, and RADAR/LIDAR operations. The JCLEA DAY class is two college semesters.

Classes meet Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Upon successful completion of the program, recruits earn 41 college credits, 1000 POST training hours and the opportunity to test for a Class "A" POST License.

JCLEA - NIGHT Class

Call the Academy at (636) 481-3425 if you have any questions 

The JCLEA NIGHT class includes required POST curriculum.  Included are specialized certifications in Firearms [Handgun, Shotgun and Patrol Rifle], Defensive Tactics, OC Pepper Spray, Taser, Expandable Baton, CPR & First Responder, Datamaster Breath Alcohol Analyzer Type III Operator, Standard Field Sobriety Testing, and RADAR/LIDAR operations. 

Classes meet Monday through Thursday, 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Saturdays, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Upon successful completion of the program, recruits earn 41 college credits, 1000 POST training hours and the opportunity to test for a Class "A" POST License.