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.
SPRING 2026
CLASS 137 Daytime Full-Time Academy
The next full-time academy starts on Monday, January 6, 2026. The dates are as follows:
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.
- Special Function Officer(SFO)-(prerequisite for BCO and LEO): 1/6/2026-2/20/2026
- Basic Correctional Officer(BCO): 2/23/2026-3/16/2026
- Law Enforcement Officer(LEO): 3/16/2026-5/8/2026
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.
SPRING 2026
CLASS 138 PART-TIME ACADEMY
The next part-time academy starts on Monday, January 6, 2026. A minimum of 20 registrations must be received for the class to proceed. The dates are as follows:
policeacademy@weber.edu
The part-time academy runs Monday-Thursday from 6pm to 10pm and Saturday 8am to 2pm with some exceptions. All schedules will be posted in advance.
- Special Function Officer(SFO)-(prerequisite for BCO and LEO): 1/6/26-3/20/26
- Basic Correctional Officer(BCO): 3/23/26- 5/16/26
- Law Enforcement Officer(LEO): If interested in attending a part-time LEO course, in Summer 2026, complete the information found on the link and you will be contacted when registration opens.
policeacademy@weber.edu
The part-time academy runs Monday-Thursday from 6pm to 10pm and Saturday 8am to 2pm with some exceptions. All schedules will be posted in advance.
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.
Train for the Fitness Test
Start preparing immediately. A required fitness test is
held the first week of the academy.