Career Details

Jail Officer Certification

Description

Certifying Organization

National Sheriffs' Association

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

WSO - Certified Hazardous Materials Technician I

Certifying Organization

World Safety Organization

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

WSO - Certified Hazardous Materials Technician Level II

Certifying Organization

World Safety Organization

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Police Service Dog Certification

Certifying Organization

Eastern States Working Dog Association, Inc.

Type

C - Specialty

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