(North Canton, OH – Oct. 28, 2021) – Stark State College is currently accepting applications for its next law enforcement academy.

The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. Nov. 19. Classes are set for Jan. 18 – June 15. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

The academy prepares participants to pursue one of many careers in law enforcement, including municipal, township or village police officer; deputy sheriff; state wildlife officer and other law enforcement positions. The intensive program is operated in cooperation with the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.

All instructors are certified by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.

Graduates of the academy program are eligible to take the Ohio Basic Peace Officer Certification examination.

For more information or to apply, send an email to LEAinfo@starkstate.edu.