Local Corrections Officer Academy
September 2-26, 2025
February 2-27, 2026
September 8 – October 2, 2026
February 1-26, 2027
Monday – Friday (starting at 8 a.m.)
Training Modules:
| Booking and Intake | Interpersonal Communications |
| Correctional Law | Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) |
| Cultural Diversity | Prisoner Mental Health, Suicide and Behavior Awareness |
| Custody and Security | Professionalism |
| Defensive Tactics | Report Writing |
| Ethics | Stress Management |
| Fire Safety | (Comprehensive) Final Examination |
| First Aid/CPR/AED |
Course Fees:
$1,500 – includes academy program and all course materials
Note: This program is eligible for MichiganWorks funding (does not require your officer to complete FAFSA). Reach out to your local agency for assistance. If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at [email protected].
Payment Options:
Call Student Financial Services 989-275-5000, ext. 257
Minimum Hiring Standards:
See Michigan Sheriff’s Coordinating and Training Council website misctc.org
For additional Information:
Email us at [email protected] or call 989-275-5000, ext. 348
