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BASIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATION                  (480 Hour Residential Program)

Basic Classes are capped at 40 cadets to ensure the quality of training resulting from  small cadet to instructor ratios.

2023 FULL-TIME BASIC CLASS DATES

Class 2023-04:  Sunday, October 8, 2023 – Thursday, December 21, 2023

PT Test Dates: September 18, September 25, & October 2, 2023**

2024 FULL-TIME BASIC CLASS DATES

Class 2024-01:  Sunday, January 7, 2024 – Thursday, March 21, 2024

PT Test Dates: December 11, December 18, 2023, & January 3, 2024**

Class 2024-02:  Sunday, April 7, 2024 – Thursday, June 20, 2024

PT Test Dates: March 4, March 11, & March 18, 2024**

Class 2024-03:  Sunday, July 7, 2024 – Thursday, September 19, 2024

PT Test Dates: June 3, June 10, & June 17, 2024**

Class 2024-04:  Sunday, October 6, 2024 – Thursday, December 19, 2024

PT Test Dates:  September 16, September 23, & September 30, 2024

Inprocessing for the Pre PT Test will begin at 0800.   

Applicants for the SRPSI Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy must turn in their completed applications, which includes their physical with physician's original signature, before the PT test can be conducted.  Once the application has been completed, please send the original to the SRPSI at:                                                                                                                                                              Building 1481, 14th Street                                                                                                                             Camp Shelby, MS 39407-5500

Applicant may bring the application with completed physical to the scheduled PT test.  Please contact a staff member prior to a scheduled PT test date to be added to the roster. 

**CPR - denotes the date SRPSI will offer a CPR/1st Aid course for cadets needing certification after the completion of the Pre PT Test. The CPR/1st Aid course will begin at 1100.  Cadets enrolled in CPR need to eat lunch prior to arrival for training.  SRPSI will offer one course per scheduled class.  MBLEOST requires everyone attending an academy to be CPR/First Aid Certified prior to starting academy training.  For personnel enrolled in an upcoming SRPSI academy class, the cost will be $30 per student.

 

TUITION:
$4000 (increased by BLEOST effective July 1, 2022)

FIREARMS:
Departments must provide each cadet a duty handgun w/ 3 magazines & patrol shotgun.
Cadets may not share firearms. 
If department cannot provide a shotgun, contact SRPSI to coordinate use of a SRPSI shotgun.
Ammunition is furnished for range week.

PATROL VEHICLES:
Departments must provide a patrol vehicle for cadets to use during EVOC and Patrol Operations.  If department cannot provide a vehicle, contact SRPSI to coordinate use of a SRPSI patrol vehicle.

EVOC:
Departments with 2 or more cadets in a class, it is recommended no more than 2 cadets share 1 patrol car. 
Each department is required to provide Brake Fluid, Transmission Fluid, Radiator Fluid, Spare Tire, Jack, & fuel card w/ pin #.  These are to be used in your agency's patrol car only if needed and all unused items will be sent back with your cadet. 

Cadet Packing List

Departments/Cadets may submit $350 to SRPSI for Items #1, #2, #3, #4, & #5.   
If you would like to purchase ONLY T-shirts #1, it is $75      
May be added to tuition invoice, billed separately, or paid via department check, cash, or money order during pre-pt test.   No personal checks.

  1. Eight GOLD t-shirts w/ Last Name on back & SRPSI Logo on front - TO BE PURCHASED THROUGH SRPSI ONLY.  
  2. Minimum of three NAVY BLUE sweat pants (No markings) NOT JOGGERS. CLASS 02 & 03 only needs 1 pair
  3. Minimum of three NAVY BLUE sweat shirts (Last name on back with WHITE 2" Capital Letters) - NO HOODIES. CLASS 02 & 03 only needs 1
  4. Minimum of four pairs of NAVY BLUE gym shorts (No markings)
    Length of shorts must be below end of fingertips and above the knees when standing
  5. Minimum of three NAVY BLUE tactical or BDU pants. Must have cargo pocket.  No tight fitting or overs-sized pants.
  6. Minimum of one set of agency issued uniform (duty uniform). Long sleeve (with tie) is preferred.  Shortsleeve allowed IF agency does not have long sleeve option.
  7. Raincoat
  8. Protective (Ballistic) vest (required daily wear) - Outer carriers are authorized.
  9. Reflective vest
  10. Full duty belt with holster, magazine pouch, handcuffs, handcuff case, handcuff key, duty weapon and 3 high capacity magazines.  **Agency issued outer carriers are authorized in lieu of duty belt.  We want you to train in what you will wear on duty.
  11. Uniform Jacket not required for Class 02 or 03
  12. Flashlight (may be issued or purchased) Handheld size
  13. BLACK cold weather skull cap with no markings (Dept. patch is okay) not required for Class 02 or 03
  14. Cold weather gloves - BLACK only - not required for Class 02 or 03
  15. Minimum of ten pairs of BLACK athletic crew length socks (no markings)
  16. One T-shirt undershirt for Class A – black, or deputy green/tan (sheriff dept only)
  17. Towels and wash cloths for five days, WHITE only
  18. Personal hygiene kit (i.e. soap, shampoo, razor, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
  19. Boot polish kit (i.e. polish, brush, and rags)
  20. Sufficient underwear (two changes a day will be required due to physical activities)
  21. Uniform Duty Boots - BLACK only
  22. Running shoes (high quality)
  23. Shower shoes (rubber flip flops/slides/crocs)
  24. Mouthpiece for Defensive Tactics
  25. Protective Groin Cup with carrier (males only)
  26. Laundry bag, mesh only
  27. Battery powered or battery back-up alarm clock (wind up clock ok too)
  28. 32 oz water bottle (BLUE only) with screw top lid
  29. 10 plastic WHITE hangers
  30. 4 belt keepers
  31. Underbelt - Black
  32. Pillow is provided but may bring your own (WHITE/standard size only)
  33. Pocket Dictionary
  34. 5 subject spiral notebook with pocket dividers - Blue

TUITION:  $4750
UNIFORM DEPOSIT:  $350  Must be paid during pre-pt test

We accept self pay, Montgomery & Post 9/11 GI Bill, MPACT.

Grant funded financial aid is available to those who qualify through WIN Jobs.  Contact us at 601.266.6680 for more information.

Cadet Packing List

  1. Flashlight (may be issued or purchased) Handheld size
  2. BLACK cold weather skull cap with no markings (Department patch is okay) not required for Class 02 or 03
  3. Cold weather gloves - BLACK only - not required for Class 02 or 03
  4. Minimum of ten pairs of BLACK athletic crew length socks (no markings)
  5. One black T-shirt (undershirt for Class A)
  6. Towels and wash cloths for five days, WHITE only
  7. Personal hygiene kit (i.e. soap, shampoo, razor, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
  8. Boot polish kit (i.e. polish, brush, and rags)
  9. Sufficient underwear (two changes a day may be required due to physical activities)
  10. Uniform Duty Boots - BLACK only
  11. Running shoes (high quality)
  12. Shower shoes
  13. Mouthpiece for Defensive Tactics
  14. Protective Groin Cup with carrier (males only)
  15. Laundry bag, mesh only
  16. Battery powered or battery back-up alarm clock (wind up clock ok too)
  17. 32 oz water bottle (BLUE only) with screw top lid
  18. 10 plastic WHITE hangers
  19. 4 belt keepers
  20. Underbelt - Black
  21. Pillow is provided but may bring your own (WHITE/standard size only)
  22. Pocket Dictionary
  23. 5 subject spiral notebook with pocket dividers - Blue
 

The Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training (MS-BLEOST) requires the following documents before issuing certification. If your agency has not already submitted this documentation, it is up to you to bring it with you on the start date of the academy.

Application with original signatures (no copies).
High School Diploma, GED or high school transcript.
N.C.I.C. III Background Printout or copy of printout. (Self Sponsor - need release form)
Copy of current driver's license or Printout. (Must be valid through the graduation date of the class)
 

It is recommended that prospective students contact the SRPSI for additional details prior to purchasing new equipment.  Clothing items may have no additional markings other that what is listed above.   For questions regarding equipment requirements contact us at 601-266-6680 or email.

REFRESHER TRAINING (200 Hour Non-Residential Program)

Classes are held in conjunction with the basic academy classes and are spread out over the basic academy 11-week period.

Students enrolled in the Refresher Class only attend training on days where specific curricula are covered as required by BLEOST.  

Refresher applicants must complete the MS BLEOST application and successfully complete 50% on the physical fitness entry test,

The first day of Refresher Training is generally on Tuesday following the start date of the basic class.

Tuition:  $1500

SKILLS UPDATE

Classes are held in conjunction with the basic academy classes and are spread out over the basic academy 11-week period.

Students enrolled for a Skills Update will only attend training on days where specific curricula are covered as required by BLEOST.

Tuition:  $1000

Contact the SRPSI by phone at 601.266.6680 or Email to enroll and request a copy of the schedule.

REQUEST FOR RECORDS

To request a copy of your training record to include certificates and/or grade sheet complete the consent form by clicking here.  Mail or physically bring the form and $20 (cash, money order, or certified check payable to SRPSI) to obtain your records.  No Exams will be released at any time.  We do not accept any type of credit cards, digital or electronic payment, or personal checks.

Contact Us

Law Enforcement Training Academy
Bldg 1481 14th Street
Camp Shelby, MS 39407

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Email
police.academyFREEMississippi

Phone
601.266.6680