Withlacoochee Technical College
Correctional Officer
Certificate
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Inverness
Inverness, FL
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
445 clock hours (approximately four months)
App fee
$40
Tuition
$1,300 for the Program
Certified Jail Officer — CJO
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The Certified Jail Officer (CJO) Program was developed to assist jail officers in preparing themselves for advancement in the profession of jail management. The CJO Program provides jail officers with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as their commitment to the corrections profession on a national level.
Certifying Organization
American Jail Association
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 4 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
17 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
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Keiser University
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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 23, 2026
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Next start
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Tuition
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Suggested because Certified Jail Officer applies to Correctional Officers and Jailers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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