Basic POST Certification is a Certificate program offered by Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston, GA. The program takes 26 credit hours to complete, with a total tuition of $5,200.
Program Overview
Program code: BPC1. Credential awarded: Technical Certificate of Credit.
Admission Requirements and Process
Program-specific requirements: Applicants must also be accepted into the academy by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council by meeting all the requirements of certification as set forth in O.C.G.A; 35-8-8. The requirements include United States citizenship; a satisfactory criminal history; a satisfactory drug screen examination; GCIC and NCIC fingerprint checks; completion of a physician's affidavit; a satisfactory certified driver history; and agency or academy head recommendation.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide