Law Enforcement Training

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 Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)

Persons interested in enrolling in BLET must attend a BLET Enrollment Briefing held each Wednesday evening at 7:30 pm. Report to the Main Desk for instructions. DO NOT BE LATE!

Class Schedule- Class 17 ---1 May-19 Dec 2007

BLET is required for potential law enforcement officers. The Martin Community College Basic Law Enforcement Training course  is a rigorous program stressing professionalism, academic achievement, discipline, and physical fitness. It is designed to prepare the cadet mentally and physically to function successfully as a law enforcement officer and requires a total commitment for successful completion. Expectations are high and trainees must carry out the Academy's daily regimen in strict compliance with established guidelines.  The program is accredited by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.

Cadet Candidates must be able to meet all minimum requirements by the end of the academy. For more information see Essential Job Functions of Inexperienced Law Enforcement Officers.

Age: Applicants must be 20 years of age by the first day of class. Proof of age will be required at the time of registration. A waiver may be obtained at 19 years of age but the cadet must be 20 before the date of the state exam.

Education: Cadet candidates must have a high school diploma or a GED from an accredited school. GED by correspondence course is not accepted. 

Good driving record and Current North Carolina Drivers License.

Physical Exam- For more information see Medical Screening Guidelines for Criminal Justice Officers

Entrance Exam

Sponsorship by a state certified Law Enforcement Agency.

Candidate must write a 3-5 page essay.

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to prepare the cadet candidate for an entry level position with a police department or sheriff's department. The curriculum is demanding and requires total commitment on the part of the cadet.

First and foremost, this is a police academy. It is not a place to come if you are not absolutely committed to becoming a law enforcement officer. This course is demanding and requires you to be absolutely dedicated to the law enforcement profession. This is where we weed out those who do not have the commitment to become law enforcement officers.

 Like most, if not all, police departments, this school has a paramilitary organizational structure. You will be required to show proper courtesy to all persons you interact with. You will be required to call everyone sir or ma’am. You will be expected to follow orders without question or comment. You will be expected to move in an urgent manner at all times. Some drill and ceremonies are taught.

You will be required to wear a uniform and you must buy and maintain your own uniforms. You will have to conform to military dress and conduct standards. You will have to appear in a clean and pressed uniform for daily inspections.  

You will be required to keep your hair cut in a military style. Males are not allowed to have any facial hair. Females will not wear excessive make up. No student is allowed to wear any jewelry other than a wedding band, and a watch. Females may wear small stud earrings. Males will not wear earrings.  

There will be no smoking on campus or any other facility during any BLET training activity.  

You will be required to keep an 80% academic record. Failure to maintain will result in dismissal. If you fail 5 tests you must be dismissed.

You must complete physical fitness training. If you are injured during this course you will be required to complete physical fitness in another class.  

You will be exposed to OC Pepper Spray and CS Tear Gas. You must have your doctor sign a letter saying that these agents will not cause any long lasting or permanent problems.  

This course will certify you to work with a police department or sheriffs department. BLET is now required to follow the same practices as police departments for hiring officers.

 You are not allowed to have any felony convictions

You cannot have a Class B Misdemeanor within 5 years. If you have had a misdemeanor conviction and are unsure of the class click here to look at the Misdemeanor Manual. 

No more than 4 misdemeanor convictions 

No convictions of Domestic Violence Laws 

You must have a high school diploma or GED. You cannot attend if you took the GED by correspondence course.  

We offer a challenging course that will prepare you for an exciting career in law enforcement as a police officer or deputy sheriff. This is a demanding course taught by an excellent group of instructors from a variety of law enforcement agencies. These agencies include Williamston Police Department, Martin County Sheriffs Office, North Carolina Highway Patrol, State Bureau of Investigation, North Carolina Probation and Parole, North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement and others. In my opinion, we offer some of the best Basic Law Enforcement Training in the state.

Before investing a lot of time and money to enroll in this class, speak to the School Director at 792-1521 Ext 267.

ENROLLMENT FORMS

There are several enrollment forms that are REQUIRED for enrollment into BLET. After you have spoken with the School Director you may download the forms from the ENROLLMENT FORMS page

SCHOLARSHIPS

From time to time scholarships are available to local students. If you are interested, fill out the Lewis Scholarship Fund paperwork and turn it in with your paperwork.

PURCHASE OF BOOKS                       

All books may be purchased from the bookstore at Martin Community College (Building 1). You may purchase books from other sources, but you must have the most current issue of the book. You will not be allowed to sit in class with an outdated version of any book. See the Booklist for the most current list.

While you are in the bookstore, buy a MCC BLET hat and enough T-Shirts to match your uniforms.

 PURCHASE OF UNIFORMS                       

You are required to purchase your own uniforms. You are required to keep these uniforms in good repair. Anytime a uniform is worn, it must be clean, dry, and serviceable. I am not going to tell you how many uniforms to buy. You are an adult and can make this decision on your own. I suggest three sets of uniforms and T Shirts and one cap.

The uniform for this class is navy blue Dickies^© work clothing. These may be purchased at many local stores or on-line.

SHIRT

Dickies Style 1574 NV Short Sleeve. Look for this label on the shirts.

PANTS

Dickies Style 874 NV Navy Blue pants. This is the traditional work pant. Make sure that it matches the shirt. Look for this label on the pants.

Ensure that you get the Navy Blue color.

In addition, there is a small tag on the pants. Make sure that the tag says 874 NV on it.

BDU PANTS

You are required to purchase at least one pair of navy blue BDU pants like shown in the photo below. These will be worn for Physical Training and field exercises. These can be purchased from some army surplus stores or ordered from many different sources by mail. Make sure that you get the 6 or 7 pocket style.

BOOTS

You will wear 8 inch high boots. Boots will be plain black leather with plain round toes. You will be required to keep your boots highly shined. There are many styles to choose from. Leather construction is recommended. Do not buy patent leather, Clarino^©, or Corfam^© shoes.

ATHLETIC SHOES

Cadets may wear any athletic shoe as long as it is comfortable and conservative in appearance.

 BELT

Cadets will wear a plain black leather or cloth belt.

 CAP

A navy blue ball cap will be worn while out of doors. Caps are to be purchased from the MCC Bookstore.

T-Shirts

You will also need to purchase at least one BLET T-Shirt from the Bookstore.

Other Gear needed

All cadets need to purchase mouth guards. It is recommended that male cadets purchase an athletic supporter with cup. Female cadets should purchase a sports bra.

SOURCES FOR UNIFORMS

It is not the policy of Martin Community College or the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program to require a cadet to buy uniforms from a specific vendor.  There are many places to buy these uniforms. The everyday uniforms are easily purchased at several local stores.

The boots can be purchased locally at several local stores as well as Army surplus stores.

The blue BDU’s can be purchased from Army Surplus stores or police supply stores.

There are several places to buy online. If you need information on dealers, speak with the school director.

Caps and T-Shirts shall be purchased at the MCC Bookstore.

Uniform combinations There are several uniform combinations. There are photos on the uniforms page

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Because of the danger or injury inherent with law enforcement training, all cadets will be required to carry medical insurance. If you have insurance through work or another source, I will need some type of proof of insurance. If you do not have insurance you can purchase a school insurance policy from the business office at a very reasonable cost.

ATTEND CLASS                   

All cadets will be expected to be on time. A formation will be held 15 minutes prior to any training activity. Tardiness WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

Cadets will attend all classes in uniform. The uniform for the first class will be the Navy blue uniform with short sleeve shirt. Uniforms will be neatly pressed and wrinkle free.

NOTE ABOUT PHYSICAL FITNESS.

Cadets will participate in rigorous physical training (PT). It is recommended that you start exercising now so that you will minimize soreness. Be able to do pushups and sit-ups. Also start running now.  Cadets will be given a physical assessment within 2 week of starting BLET. The assessment consists of Pushups, sit-ups, vertical jump, flexibility test, maximum bench press, and a 1.5 mile run. 

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