Law Enforcement Training Academy

Our facility, completed in 2023, is state-of-the-art and purpose-built to meet modern law enforcement needs. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to developing well-rounded officers—professionals who are not just technically capable but also grounded in integrity, compassion, and sound judgment.

Some advantages include:

A modular, three-day scenario-based training event for real-world simulations for all basic classes
On-site emergency vehicle operations range
Experienced, qualified and passionate staff instructors that bring many perspectives and talents to young recruits
A rigorous curriculum that emphasizes statute and case law knowledge, discipline, physical and mental fitness, leadership, ethical decision-making, and community trust

Gulf South Law Enforcement Community

Harrison County & Beyond

A key objective of the academy is to serve not only our agency but the broader Gulf South law enforcement community. We welcome participation from other departments across Mississippi and neighboring states, especially those seeking high-quality, well-rounded, efficient, and character-driven training for their officers. Our priority is to have our graduates trained in all areas of basic law enforcement, ready and able to begin their first phase of field training without any required additional training.

Capability & Character

Aligning with our mission to deliver effective, high-quality training that develops both professional capability and personal character, our facility boasts:

Small class sizes and hands-on instruction tailored to individual cadets and their respective agencies
Modern training infrastructure and equipment, built with efficiency and adaptability in mind
Flexible course offerings to meet the needs of agencies of all sizes
Regional housing options available for agencies sending officers from outside the county
Ongoing continuing education and specialized instruction beyond basic certification

Out-of-State

We are open to serving out-of-state agencies. Our programs are built to meet Mississippi standards but can be adapted to support the needs of departments from neighboring states. We see regional cooperation as a vital part of building consistent, professional public safety practices across local, state and federal jurisdictions.

Regional Training for Law Enforcement

Community safety training

Helping the Community

The Academy helps build safer communities by preparing law enforcement officers who are not only knowledgeable and tactically proficient but also disciplined, compassionate, and committed to public service. By raising the standard of training in our region, we strengthen the agencies (and therefore the communities) that serve the citizens of Harrison County and beyond. Through transparency and engagement, we are able to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the public

Community Focused

In line with our community-focused mission, we offer the following for regular citizens or citizen organizations:

Personal safety and situational awareness training for civilians (on request)
Threat analysis, Security and safety consulting for businesses and places of worship (on request)
Community-based active shooter response training
Youth and citizen engagement events, including law enforcement career exploration and public safety cadets program

These services reflect our belief that public safety is a shared responsibility and that education empowers citizens and organizations to take proactive steps in protecting themselves.

Facility Use

While our facility is primarily reserved for law enforcement training, portions of it may be available for use by vetted outside organizations for approved purposes. These include safety seminars, inter-agency collaboration, outside agency in-service training or community-based training. Each request is reviewed individually to ensure alignment with our mission and security standards.

Upcoming Classes

Basic Law Enforcement Class

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PRE-ENTRANCE PT TESTS:

JUNE 06, 2025

JUNE 20, 2025

JULY 02, 2025

CLASS REPORTS:

JULY 06, 2025

CLASS GRADUATES:

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025

Basic Law Enforcement Class

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PRE-ENTRANCE PT TESTS:

SEPTEMBER 05, 2025

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

OCTOBER 03, 2025

CLASS REPORTS:

OCTOBER 05, 2025

CLASS GRADUATES:

DECEMBER 12, 2025

Part-Time/Reserve Law Enforcement Class

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PRE-ENTRANCE PT TESTS:

MARCH 01, 2025

MARCH 29, 2025

APRIL 19, 2025

CLASS REPORTS:

MAY 04, 2025

CLASS GRADUATES:

AUGUST 29, 2025

In-Service / Hosted Training Classes

AUGUST 04-08, 2025

Instructor Development

DR. KARLA POPE

SEPTEMBER 15-19, 2025

Firearms Instructor Course

INV. JAMES MERRITT

**All classes listed above are scheduled to be held at the Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy** Classes will be added throughout the year, so please follow our FaceBook page as well for updates. If you need additional information in reference to any of these classes please feel free to contact me at the academy.