Basic Peace Officer Academy

Pickaway-Ross Basic Peace Officer Academy

A Partnership with Ohio University Chillicothe

Pre-Physical Fitness Testing

December 27th @ 6:00 PM

***Info Session available After the Pre-Physical Fitness Test

Hosted by Commander Terri Mikesh.

To RSVP to this event, please call 740-642-1384 and leave a message. You will receive a call back. You will also receive information about the program and have a chance to learn more about the Academy.

BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY STARTS

March 3, 2025

Program Dates: 3/3/25 - 11/2/25
Days/Times: Varies
Cost: $9,018.00
Required Course Hours: 820
Location: see below

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What is the Basic Peace Officer Academy?

Basic Peace Officer Academy

Pickaway-Ross Basic Peace Officer Academy, is brought to you by a partnership between Pickaway-Ross Adult Education and OHIO University-Chillicothe.

The Academy provides the cadet with the fundamentals necessary for seeking certification and employment as a peace officer in Ohio. The academy is conducted in strict compliance with all rules and regulations prescribed by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC). Cadets must meet all requirements set forth by Pickaway-Ross and the OPOTC to enroll, graduate, qualify for the state certification exam, and ultimately become certified as peace officers in Ohio

OPOTA Fitness Training Exam Video

Ohio Attorney General's STAR Academy Designation

Recipient of the Ohio Attorney General’s STAR Academy designation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the enrollment process, enrollment requirements, or academy requirements, please feel free to contact:

Debbie Schiff in PRCTC Adult Education Public Safety Enrollment at debbie.schiff@pickawayross.com or 740-642-1284

School Commander Terri Mikesh at terri.mikesh@pickawayross.com or 740-642-1384.

For more information, please call (740) 642-1284.