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  1. How to Become an Officer. To become a peace officer in Ohio, applicants must complete a Peace Officer Basic Training Academy that is approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC).

    • How to Become A Police Officer in Ohio
    • Police Officer Duties
    • Skills For Police Officers

    1. Meet the state's basic requirements

    1. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application or after graduation from the Peace Officer Academy 2. Have no prior felony convictions 3. Possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent certification 4. Possess a current, valid Ohio driver's license 5. Pass a drug screening test 6. Meet physical fitness standards 7. Pass a criminal background check 8. Be a United States citizen 9. Be an Ohio resident

    2. Obtain a criminal legal degree

    1. Police science 2. Forensic science 3. Paralegal studies 4. Criminology 5. Criminal legal systems

    Patrolling local areas to deter crime
    Investigating crimes or traffic incidents
    Providing security for events or people
    Drafting reports on criminal activity and police action
    Discretion:Police officers may encounter challenging situations that require them to use discretion to make a decision or prevent a situation from escalating.
    Firearms proficiency: Police officers learn to handle their firearms during police academy training, including when to discharge their weapon and how to follow safety procedures.
    Legal knowledge:A police officer in Ohio must understand local and state regulations to properly enforce the law.
  2. The Clark State Basic Peace Officer Training Academy is designed to meet the requirements of the Ohio Police Officer Training Council (OPOTC) and is offered in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies, the State of Ohio, and OPOTC.

  3. 4 days ago · The Peace Officer Academy Short-Term Technical Certificate is also known as the Basic Peace Officer Academy. Edison State awards 16 credit hours for completion of the Academy. These credit hours can be applied toward an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice degree at Edison State or transferred to other institutions. The Academy curriculum ...

  4. Basic Police Academy. Approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission, Butler Techs Basic Police Academy is one of the top programs in the state. The scenario-based curriculum prepares cadets for employment in law enforcement upon graduation.

  5. The Tri-C ® Peace Officer Basic Training (POBT) Academy, also known as the Police Academy, is the first step on your path to a rewarding career as a police officer. Earn college credit while preparing to become a police officer in the state of Ohio.

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  7. The basic training academy is designed to meet the requirements for basic Peace Officer certification. Cadets are trained in all academic and skill areas of basic law enforcement.

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