Growing our Team , One Class at a Time
The Georgia Corrections Academy , Basic Correctional Officer Training ( BCOT ) is a five-week mandated training course for Correctional Officers required by Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training ( POST ). All Correctional Officers must complete 40 hours of firearms training , ten practical exams and seven written tests to become Peace Officer certified . BCOT assists Correctional Officers in better preparing themselves to perform and accomplish the mission of protecting the public while operating safe and secure facilities .
The Georgia Department of Corrections is proud of the graduates and we welcome each of them to the TEAM !
Interested in joining the GDC Team ? Scan the code to beginning your career in corrections !
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