This program utilizes state-commission-mandated topics and methods of instruction. General subjects include but are not limited to criminal, juvenile, civil, traffic, and alcoholic beverage laws; investigation, patrol, custody, and court procedures; emergency responses; and ethics and community relations.
The course provides the participant with the background in the fundamentals of law, procedures, and techniques necessary for success as a law enforcement officer. A rigorous program introduces participants to the handling of firearms, driving techniques, and defensive tactics. A physical fitness program is included as part of the course. Upon completion of all academy requirements, the participant will take the NC Criminal Justice Commission examination.
CCC&TI offers the following program in this area:
For more information about course descriptions or required courses, refer to the current CCC&TI Course Catalog. Courses in the BLET program are taught during the day.
Eligibility Requirements
In order to be eligible for admission to the BLET Academy, an individual must:
- Must be a US citizen
- Be at least twenty (20) years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or high school equivalency
- Have a background free from criminal offenses
- Complete all paperwork in the BLET application packet
- Take the reading placement test
- Be sponsored by a law enforcement agency
Please refer to the Admissions Information document for complete admissions requirements.
Procedure
Applicants must complete all requirements in the application process before being placed on the list of eligible candidates. Eligible candidates with completed application packets are accepted to the program on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications Process
- Obtain an application packet from the BLET Program Assistant.
- Complete all forms in the packet, returning the curriculum application to Student Development and remaining forms to the BLET Program Assistant.
- Schedule a reading placement test with the Testing Center.
- Request an official copy of high school transcript, high school equivalency, adult high school diploma, and/or college transcripts be sent electronically or mailed to Student Records, CCC&TI.
- Obtain a sponsorship from a law enforcement agency.
Remember that the deadline for acceptance of all the admissions documents is approximately 6 weeks prior to the start of the course. To increase your chances of admission, begin the admissions process early!
Costs
Tuition for BLET Academy participants is waived with a letter of sponsorship from an area law enforcement agency. Other costs include books, accident insurance, and a uniform for physical fitness. Expenses typically total $900-$1000.
There are no additional costs for this program outside of tuition, fees, books, and supplies.
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Licensure
Licensure: Authorization granted to CCC&TI to provide instruction within another state does not imply or provide guarantees of any kind that an individual will be granted professional licensure by another state as a result of completing coursework at CCC&TI or receiving professional licensure in North Carolina. It is the sole responsibility of the individual/student to determine whether another college or license-awarding agency in another state will accept CCC&TI coursework and/or award licensure through a reciprocity agreement with the State of North Carolina.
Accreditation
The Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program at Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute is accredited by North Carolina Criminal Justice Training & Standards Commission. The North Carolina Criminal Justice Training & Standards Commission mandates the topics and methods of instruction.