Consider the scenario of being dispatched to investigate a possible home invasion. The call for help came in from a male child approximately 12 years of age who stated he was hiding in a closet at his home after intruders kicked in the back door and began walking around in the house. The child’s fear and anxiety were obvious in his voice when he placed the call for help. As the law enforcement officer called to this scene, consider the situation and how you would handle resolving the case.

If this scenario example describes the types of situations that motivate you in serving and helping others, a career in basic law enforcement could be the perfect career for you. FTCC can help you quickly receive training and be on your way to a new career.

Fayetteville Technical Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Training program is designed to give students essential skills required for employment as a law enforcement officer with state, county and municipal governments or with private enterprise.

Successful graduates of the training receive a certificate and 20 credits towards an associate degree.
Graduates are also qualified to take the certification exams mandated by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

The ability to quickly assess situations and make appropriate decisions is not only essential for candidates of this program but also what makes a career in Basic Law Enforcement an exciting and unique experience.

FTCC conducts a free Basic Law Enforcement Training, or BLET, Informational Workshop once a month at the Spring Lake campus.
Sessions for BLET begin at 9 a.m. To sign up for an information session and request an application packet, go to https://forms.faytechcc.edu/blet-academy/, or visit the Facebook page at FTCC Basic Law

Enforcement Training and click on the “Sign Up” button located on the cover photo. Not sure if law enforcement is for you but still want more information about FTCC’s BLET Academy? Come to one of the information sessions and meet the BLET staff.

Staff will discuss what to expect before, during and after the Academy as well as answer any questions you may have. You will also have the opportunity to talk with a recruiter from a NC law enforcement agency about their agency and careers in law enforcement.

If you decide this is the career path for you, please note that FTCC offers three Academies each year: Spring full-time day academy, Fall full-time day academy, and Fall part-time night academy.

If you already know a career in law enforcement is for you and you are ready to complete the application, you may download the application from the FTCC website and get started: https://www.faytechcc.edu/academics/public-service-programs/basic-law-enforcement-training/

For more information about the BLET Academy, please contact vesty@faytechcc.edu or Sonji Holmes at holmess@faytechcc.edu.

FTCC understands that better skills lead to better jobs with better pay. Take your career to a new level or venture down a new career path. Find your way forward at Fayetteville Technical Community College!