The Criminal Justice Academy offers classes and workshops throughout the year at the Highlands Campus, 600 West College Drive, Avon Park. Click on the course name to view the complete description and contact information.
For current information, contact:
- Criminal Justice Academy at publicservice@southflorida.edu
- Michael Austin, coordinator of Criminal Justice programs, at 863-784-7282 or michael.austin@southflorida.edu
- Julio A. Nieves, coordinator of Criminal Justice training, at 863-784-7285 or julio.nieves@southflorida.edu
Criminal Justice Academy Training
| 2025 Classes | |||||
| Oct. 6-17 |
40 Hours |
M-F |
6-10 p.m. |
Sworn Officer |
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| Starting Sept. 2 |
445 Hours |
T-F |
7 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Civilian |
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| Sept. 26-Oct. 3 |
40 Hours |
M-F |
8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Sworn Officer |
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| Oct. 20-29 |
64 Hours |
M-F |
8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Sworn Officer |
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| Postponed |
40 Hours |
M-F |
8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Civilian |
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| 2026 Classes | |||||
| Starting Jan. 5 |
770 Hours |
M-Sat. |
7 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Civilian |
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