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, May 18, 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 attending a part-time course, please complete the interest form below. Once enough interest has been received, we will contact you with more information about upcoming dates and enrollment details.

Complete This 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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