Law Enforcement at Weber State

In as little as four months, Weber State's Law Enforcement Academy can prepare you for a lifelong career in law enforcement. The training is structured to provide perspective, knowledge and training in this dynamic field.

Find the Right Program for You:

WSU's Law Enforcement Academy provides you with opportunities to either fast-track or be flexible with your training.

SUMMER 2026

CLASS 138 Daytime Full-Time Academy

The next full-time academy starts on Monday, May 18, 2026. The dates are as follows:

Special Function Officer(SFO)-(prerequisite for BCO and LEO): May 18, 2026 - July 2, 2026
Basic Correctional Officer(BCO): July 6, 2026 - July 31, 2026
Law Enforcement Officer(LEO): October 22, 2026 – December 11, 2026

FALL 2026

CLASS 139 Daytime Full-Time Academy

The next full-time academy starts on Monday, August 10, 2026. The dates are as follows:

Special Function Officer(SFO)-(prerequisite for BCO and LEO): August 10, 2026 - September 28, 2026
Basic Correctional Officer(BCO): September 28, 2026 - October 22, 2026
Law Enforcement Officer(LEO): October 22, 2026 – December 11, 2026

Contact the academy with any questions.
policeacademy@weber.edu

The academy runs Monday-Friday from 7am-6pm with some exceptions. All schedules will be posted in advance. For an example schedule follow this link.

Additional Information

Part-Time Academy

There is currently no part-time academy scheduled at this time. If you're interested in a future course or would like to be contacted when registration opens, please click on the Interest Form button below.

Interest Form

Three Certifications Available

Auxiliary/Special Function Officer (SFO)

Possible Career Choices:

Bailiff
Constable
Ordinance Enforcement

Basic Correction Officer (BCO)

Possible Career Choices:

State Prisoner Officer
County Jail Officer

Law Enforcement Officer (LEO)

Possible Career Choices:

City Police Officer
State Highway Patrol Officer
Deputy Sheriff
State Law Enforcement Officer

How do I Get Started?

Decide

Choose which academy option you'd like to take: the Daytime Combined Academy or the Evening Part-Time Academy.

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Register & Pay Deposits

Sign up for the academy and pay your deposits.

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Train for the Fitness Test

Start preparing immediately. A required fitness test is held the first week of the academy.

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Contact an Advisor

We will help you through the steps and needed requirements.

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