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Equivalency of Training (EOT)

The next scheduled EOT course will be held January 26,2026 – February 3,2026

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) seal features a map of Florida.

Click the picture above to Visit FDLE’s Equivalency of Training (EOT) page

 

REQUIREMENTS TO BE EMPLOYED AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OR CORRECTIONAL OFFICER IN FLORIDA To become employed as a certified law enforcement, correctional or correctional probation officer in Florida individuals must:

  • Be at least 19 years of age for law enforcement and correctional probation.
  • Be at least 18 years of age for corrections.
  • Be a citizen of the United States.
  • Have earned a high school graduate or equivalent (GED). (A bachelor’s degree is required for correctional probation officers.)
  • Have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
  • Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, not-withstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. For further information see FS 943.13
  • Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.

 

  • Have good moral character.
  • Have successfully completed the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program for the respective discipline or completed the Equivalency of Training process. 
  • Have achieved a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination.
  • Have been fingerprinted by the employing agency with prints processed by the FDLE and the FBI.
  • Have successfully passed a background investigation, to include drug testing.
  • Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or certified advanced registered nurse practitioner.
  • Have completed a CJSTC-68 Affidavit of Applicant Form.
  • Have complied with mandatory retraining or educational requirements (if already a certified officer)

STEPS FOR EXEMPTION OF TRAINING FOR FL LAW ENFORCEMENT / CORRECTIONS OFFICER

This course is for previous Florida Certified and Out-of-State Certified officers seeking certification as Florida Certified Officers

  • (evaluation that establishes eligibility from training and work history)


    Click to begin CJSTC 76 Form Process

    Out of state (less than eight year break in service)

    		 $225 

    In-State (less than eight year break in service

    		 $75 

     

  • (must be accompanied by a valid CJSTC 76 Form)

     

    Law Enforcement Officer $1,100
    Correction Officer $900
    Refund Policy:  No refund will be issued after the start of class
    October 27 – November 2, 2025 EOT Registration Form

     

Class Format / Length

Most Equivalency of Training (EOT) courses are one week in length. At the conclusion of the course, students register for the State Officer Certification Exam. The exam may be taken the following week at the Withlacoochee Technical College Pearson VUE Testing Center or at any Pearson VUE Testing Center throughout the State of Florida. 

If you are a student from out of state, the State Officer Certication Exam MUST be taken in Florida.