Train in the Sheriff's Academy
Since 1978, the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy has operated in partnership with Jamestown Community College to prepare individuals for careers in law enforcement. This comprehensive training program leads to a Certificate of Completion for the New York State Certified Basic Police Training Course, which is a legal requirement for municipal police officers in New York State.
Graduates of the Sheriff’s Academy are eligible for employment with most police agencies in New York State, as well as agencies in states that recognize New York State’s Certified Basic Police Training. In many cases, agencies may place Academy graduates into active service immediately, with minimal additional local training.
Application for the June 2027 Academy: open
The pre-screen application for the June 2027 Sheriff’s Academy is open and will close on Monday, February 15, 2027. Academy admissions and details »
Program pathway
Through JCC's Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), you can get college credit for completing this program toward: