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Peace Officer Certification
License Description DESCRIPTION: Peace officers perform law enforcement duties around the state. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Pass the POST certification exam. Must have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate, no felony convictions, complete POST approved basic training. A career in law enforcement can be exciting and rewarding. However, becoming a Colorado peace officer requires high ethical standards, personal discipline, and extensive training. To be eligible for appointment as a peace officer, an applicant must first be certified by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board. By law Basic certification requires successful completion of a POST-approved Basic academy successful completion of the POST certification examination, and a background check.
Licensing Agency
Dept of Law
Peace Officer Standards and Training Board
1300 Broadway 9th Floor
Denver, CO 80203
(720) 508 6721
erik.bourgerie@coag.gov
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Any conviction is prohibited
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/12/2023
Physical Requirements Physical exam required
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