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Course Descriptions
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Basic Curriculum
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Academy Rules and Regulations
Program Cost

Corrections Training Academy to begin May 29, 2012

5/8/2012 9:27:26 AM - Hobbs, NM.The Southeastern New Mexico Corrections Training Academy is set to begin on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. For more information please contact Ms. Naomi Phillips, Director, at nphillips@nmjc.edu or 575-492-2717.

Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class A-12-29

5/8/2012 - Hobbs, NM. The Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class A-12-29 begins July 9, 2012. A MANDATORY Physical Pre-Assessment will be conducted June 8, 2012 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Please report to NMJC Campus, Bob Moran Building Room 105.

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2/8/2012 11:39:52 AM - Hobbs, NM.JUNE 4, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 22, 2012

  • PACKETS MUST BE RECEIVED IN OUR OFFICE NO LATER THAN MAY 11, 2012.
  • MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE JUNE 4, 2012 
  • PLEASE COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM AND RETURN TO KELLY AMADOR, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AT kamador@nmjc.edu or FAX TO 575-492-2712

2/8/2012 11:39:52 AM - Hobbs, NM.COST:

  • REGISTRATION FEE: $300
  • LODGING: $156
  • MEALS: Can be purchased from College Cafeteria for $5.35/meal
  • PACKET FEE/BOOK: $35

2/8/2012 11:39:52 AM - Hobbs, NM. 

2/8/2012 11:39:52 AM - Hobbs, NM.If you have any questions, please contact Angela Byrd, Director, SNMLEA, at abyrd@nmjc.edu or 575-492-2715 or Kelly Amador, Administrative Assistant, kamador@nmjc.edu or 575-492-2720.

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About the Law Enforcement Academy

New Mexico Junior College is the site of the Southeastern New Mexico Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy. This is a satellite program sanctioned by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This academy is taught by experienced and certified personnel including law enforcement officers, attorneys, criminal justice practitioners, and other state certified professional trainers in specialized areas.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Southeastern New Mexico Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy is to provide a superior academic and vocational basic law enforcement training program which shall remain under constant evaluation ensuring the curriculum meets the needs of students pursuing a career as professional law enforcement officers.

Synopsis of Training

The academy curriculum includes 800+ hours of classroom and practical training in a wide variety of areas. Students complete examinations on a weekly basis and are required to maintain academic scores of a least 70% and practical skills of at least 80%. Cadets are held to a high standard of conduct, academic achievement and performance.

Cadets who complete the basic academy will earn 30 academic credit hours from New Mexico Junior College, all of which may be applied toward an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice.

General Program Information

The Southeastern New Mexico Law Enforcement Training Academy (SNMLETA) program is a New Mexico state-approved course of basic training for law enforcement officers. The course of instruction prepares you for police officer certification by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board.

SNMLETA abides by all laws as established by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Act, Chapter 29, Article 7 NMSA 1978, and will follow all Rules and Regulations as set by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board.

The Academy provides an intensive training program that meets or exceeds all requirements set by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Training Center for becoming a police officer in the State of New Mexico.

You may either be sponsored by a law enforcement agency or you may be self-sponsored. Law enforcement agencies do recruiting during every class and some unsponsored cadets are hired while still attending the academy. Federal financial aid via Veterans Assistance is currently available for this program. The Department of Labor may also be a source of funding through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).

SNMLETA conducts two academy programs a year, one in January and the other in July. The program includes 800 hours of instruction (22 weeks) and emphasizes high academic standards. All classes are scheduled to meet for 40 hours per week. Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some evening classes will be required. Classes meet on the New Mexico Junior College campus. Firearms training is conducted at the Hobbs Police Department indoor range and outdoor tactical training facility. Defensive tactics training is conducted at Caster Center on NMJC campus. Officer survival training is conducted at several tactical training facilities located off campus. Drivers training is conducted at the Hobbs Industrial Air Park.

Law Enforcement Academies are held in January and July. For specific academy schedules/dates email us at cj@nmjc.edu.

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