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How do I become a jail officer?
How do I become a jail officer?
Candidates interested in becoming a jail officer in Georgia must complete an application with the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) prior to enrolling in the Georgia Public Safety Training Center (GPSTC) Basic Jail Officer Training Program.
Upon meeting the pre-requisites listed below, candidates may enroll in the GPSTC Basic Jail Officer Training, which is an 80-hour program that takes two weeks to complete. Outside independent study is required. After a candidate has completed the program, they are eligible for POST certification.
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