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WESSON- Copiah-Lincoln Community College Workforce Education in partnership with the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office recently recognized students who completed the Simpson County Law Enforcement Officer Training Academy (SCLEOTA). Cadets participated in over 350 hours of rigorous training including but not limited to firearms, self-defense, use of force, civil liability, wildlife training, and active shooter. Upon successful completion, cadets are eligible to hold a part-time law enforcement training certificate as long as he or she is employed by a law enforcement agency.
SCLEOTA is authorized to teach under the State of MS Board of Minimum Standards and Training for Law Enforcement Officers. The academy is staffed by State Certified Law Enforcement Officers and managed by Co-Lin Workforce Education Coordinator Robin Mitchell.
The recent graduation event for Class XI cadets was held at Co-Lin’s Simpson County Center and included a host of speakers and well-wishers. Pelahatchie Police Chief Joe Daughtry served as the keynote speaker. SCLEOTA Instructor Dr. Neal Wailes presented graduate recognitions including Matthew Kaulfers, Most Outstanding Firearms Graduate; and Adrian Durr, Physical Fitness Award, Most Outstanding Academic Graduate Award, and Most Outstanding Overall Graduate Award. Graduation certificates were presented by Sheriff and Academy Director Greg Reynolds. Class XI graduating cadets included Seminary Police Department sponsored cadet Ryan Bonds, Adrian Durr, Steve Goodman, Marcus James, Matthew Kauflers, Ashley McDuffey, Michael Schuler, Amanda Warren, and Sytaria Weathersby. Class XI Refresher Graduate 2019 Seminary Police Department Chief Jim Williams. A reception for cadets and their families was held following the ceremony.
To participate in the 2020 Class XII training session, individuals must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, hold a current driver’s license, pass a criminal background check, and possess a clean arrest record. Participants are required to pass a physical fitness test, a medical examination, and be mentally stable. Additionally, future officers must have a strong desire to serve the public. The training session starts July 6, 2020 and will last approximately 18 weeks. Applications may be picked up at the Simpson County Sheriff Department in January 2020. Additional information regarding student cost and the possibility of funding assistance will be available closer to the start of the session.
About Workforce Education
The Workforce Division at Co-Lin exists to provide skills to current and future employees desiring to acquire skills necessary for their career no matter their age, background, or skill set. Training is available in various forms and accommodates a wide audience in the Co-Lin District, which includes Adams, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lincoln, and Simpson counties. Individuals benefit from affordable, short-term, non-credit, workforce training classes that provide new or enhanced skills needed to enter a new field or re-enter with upgraded skills. Employers who enter a partnership with Workforce Education may receive custom, affordable job-training to address the unique needs of the organization, including but not limited to safety, computer, and soft skills. Training sessions are available at Co-Lin facilities or at the industry location. Visit https://workforce.colin.edu/ or find us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
