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Law Enforcement Academy

The mission of Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy is to provide quality law enforcement training for both the new law enforcement recruit and the veteran law enforcement officer. The training is designed to provide individuals and agencies with the information and skills needed to meet the needs of the community, develop skills to remain current in information and technology, and to prepare law enforcement officers to successfully respond to the challenges of a diverse society.
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Program Overview

Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy's ongoing assessment of recruits, law enforcement continuing education, programs, and services assures that it will remain a responsive and progressive law enforcement academy.

Beginning Fall 2024, the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy will be located on the Jefferson College Arnold Campus, 1687 Missouri State Road, 63010. The location is convenient to surrounding counties and easy to access from I-55 and State Rt. 21. 

Once inside the building, the academy classroom and training rooms allow you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the nuances of your career choice. From in-depth lectures presented by experts in the field to life size simulators and hands on experience. The academy provides you with the knowledge and skills to accept your first assignment with pride and confidence. From the first day of your education, the academy builds on your experience, knowledge, and presence. A lot is expected from our recruits, but that is how you become one of the very best in the field. Your uniform sets you apart from the average student and the sharp, crisp, military lines of your attire and persona says you are a professional.

From the precision of the firing range to the camaraderie of physical training, you meld and bond with classmates who also aspire to serve and protect their community with pride.

Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy is a CALEA Accredited Training Facility, which sets the Gold Standard in Public Safety Training. Accreditation Public Comment Portal


Uniform Inspection:
Law enforcement is a para-military environment. Recruits immediately realize the academy is not college - this is different. Mandatory uniform wear and classroom inspections to insure proper uniform maintenance and preparation are routine.
 
During the first week of the academy, the recruit is fit with soft body armor and  web-gear, as well as a weighted Glock 9 mm simulated handgun, 9 mm magazines and weighted items to simulate the weight of a typical law officer's uniform equipment and duty belt.

2022 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
037 Day Class - Graduated April 20, 2022 - 100%
038 P.O.S.T. Class - Graduated June 23, 2022 - 100%

2021 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
034 Day Class - Graduated April 29, 2021 - 100%
035 P.O.S.T. Class - Graduated June 30, 2021 - 100%
036 Night Class - Graduated December 9, 2021 - 100%

2020 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
031 Day Class - Graduated May 15, 2020 - 100%
032 P.O.S.T. Class - Graduated July 12, 2020 - 100%
033 Night Class - Graduated December 3, 2020 - 100%

2019 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
028 Day Class - Graduated April 23, 2019 - 100%
029 POST Class - Graduated June 19, 2019 - 100%
030 Night Class - Graduated December 10, 2019 - 100%

2018 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
025 Day Class - Graduated April 23, 2018 - 100%
026 P.O.S.T. Class - Graduated June 28, 2018 - 100%
027 Night Class - Graduated December 6, 2018 - 100%

2017 Missouri P.O.S.T. Pass Rates
022 Day Class - Graduated April 27, 2017 - 100%
023 P.O.S.T. Class - Graduated August 24, 2017 - 100%
024 Night Class - Graduated December 12, 2017 - 100%

Academic Plan

The Academic Plan is a semester-by-semester plan for the full-time student. Part-time students should work with an advisor to customize the map to fit individual needs.

Course Guides

Application

The application deadlines for the Night and Day classes at the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy (JCLEA) are:

  • The JCLEA DAY class application deadline has been extended.  Class will begin August 19, 2024.

  • The JCLEA NIGHT class application deadline has been extended.  Class will begin August 19, 2024.   

For questions regarding the application and process for the college; please contact Kyle Portell, Advising Specialist, Health Occupations Programs and Public Safety.  Mr. Portell can be reached at 636-481-3256 or kportell5@jeffco.edu. JCLEA staff are available to assist with academy application submissions.

For additional information or questions, call (636) 481-3425 or (636) 481-3481.

View the 2024-2025 PROGRAM TUITION COSTS


First, you must complete the online application for Jefferson College. Then complete the ACADEMY APPLICATION and submit to the Academy in-person or send the completed application and forms to the mailing address below.

Physical Location:  [After September 2024]
Jefferson College - Arnold - 3rd Floor
1687 Missouri State Road
Arnold, MO 63010

Mailing Address:
Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy
1000 Viking Drive
Hillsboro, MO 63050

Training

Driver Training
During the driver training hours, the recruit is instructed in the limitations and inherent problems involved while driving a vehicle during both routine and emergency operation. State law and agency policies regarding operation of a vehicle under emergency and non-emergency conditions are discussed. The liability issues and inherent physical dangers of emergency and pursuit driving are also covered. The components that provide the foundation for skill development and good driving habits are demonstrated and discussed. Proper vehicle inspections are also outlined

After receiving the classroom instruction, on the driving course , the recruit is instructed in and then be expected to demonstrate the proper methods for controlling a vehicle during evasive maneuvers under emergency and pursuit driving conditions. The recruit will be expected to utilize the braking and steering techniques while operating police vehicles during the day and at night through various hands-on driver training exercises.


Firearms Training:
During the 66+ hours of firearms instructions during the academy, the recruit learns the proper weapon handling skills and tactics utilizing academy owned Glock 9 mm handguns and Remington or Mossberg shotguns. The recruit receives classroom instruction and demonstration before the hours of practical exercise at the Hillsboro Range and the Arnold Gun Club. Firearms exercises include day and night shooting, skeet, stress combat scenarios, and shooting decisions. Minimum qualification course scores of 70.00% for both the handgun and shotgun will be required for the recruit to successfully complete this skill development area.

The recruit also has access to training on the Firearms Training Simulator (FATS) machine located at the academy for firearms, defense tactics, and practical application scenarios.


Physical Training:
Upon entry to the academy, the recruit is assessed according to the most commonly recognized entry level standards used by law enforcement agencies upon entry to the academy, and must attain minimum standards prior to graduation.  In addition to hours of supervised aerobic and strength building training hours, instructors educate and reinforce the need for peace officers to be in good physical condition in order to perform the physical requirements of the job (running, climbing, carrying, dragging, pushing, etc.), to maintain a professional appearance, to reduce the risk of heart disease and other health problems, to reduce the risk of disability, excessive sick leave and stress, and to enhance the quality and quantity of retirement years.

Physical Requirements


2024 CLEE Programs

Agency CLEE Contract                       Individual CLEE Contract


August
Understanding Mental Health

Resiliency and Battlefield Mind 

 August 8, 2024
24-Hour SFST Certification August 19-21, 2024
Ballistic Shield Instructor School  August 21, 2024
Effective September 3, 2024, the academy will be located at 1687 Missouri State Road at the Jefferson College Arnold Campus on the third floor.  Please check the class flyer for location of each class.  Firearms classes will still be held at the range in Hillsboro. 
September  
Lincoln on Leadership September 5, 2024 - CLOSED
Crisis Intervention Team [CIT] Training September 9-13, 2024 - CLOSED
Racial Profiling-De-escalation-Unlawful or Improper Bias  September 19, 2024
Investigating Child Fatalities  September 23, 2024  **NOTE LOCATION
Pistol/Shotgun Instructor Refresher  September 27, 2024
October
Bomb Scene Response Training for First Responders  October 3, 2024
Field Training Officer [FTO] Seminar  October 7-9, 2024
Patrol Rifle (AR-15) Instructor Refresher October 11, 2024
It Worked for Me: Executive Management Leadership Training by Colin Powell October 18, 2024
Pistol/Shotgun Instructor Certification October 21, 2024
November
First Line Supervisor  November 4, 2024
Robocop Syndrome- The Manufacturing of a Police Officer  November 13, 2024
Talking to Kids About Abuse: Tips for Investigators and Other MDT Members   November 14, 2024 - CLOSED
Talking to Kids About Abuse: Tips for Investigators and Other MDT Members November 15, 2024
TASER CEW Instructor Course November 22, 2024
December 
Profiling-De-escalation-Unlawful or Improper Bias Racial  December 17, 2024

 

LEA Advisory Committee

The Jefferson College LEA is proud to provide the very best education for peace officers across the state of Missouri and the nation.  We look to these fine departments and individuals for direction and counsel.


Jefferson College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is now available. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for Jefferson College. The policy statements address Jefferson College’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, for example, policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.

Additionally, this report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety, including topics such as: crime prevention, fire safety, Jefferson College Campus Police Department enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. Also included are crime statistics for three previous calendar years which were reported to have occurred on campus, in or on off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the school, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to the campus.

This report is available online at: https://www.jeffco.edu/wp-content/uploads/old_files/files/PR/Web/JC_2024_asfsr.pdf
You may also request a paper copy from the Jefferson College Police Department by phone at 636-481-3500 or at Jefferson College Hillsboro-802 Mel Carnahan Drive, Apartment 214, Hillsboro, MO 63050 Jefferson College Arnold-1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO 63010