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Jail Academy Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this certificate:

  • Corrections Officer

Wisconsin Technical College Jail Academy Programs

The Jail Academy Certificate is a Department of Justice (DOJ) accredited 200-hour program that prepares learners for positions as correction officers in county jails. To work in a county jail in the state of WI you must be certifiable. The Jail Academy Certificate fulfills that requirement.

Jail Academy Pathway Certificate Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Certificate
Northcentral Jail Academy at Northcentral

Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas, certificates and related education for apprenticeships. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. With more than 293,900 people enrolling in a technical college each year, it is the largest higher education system in the state.

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