Welcome to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Peace Officer Training Academy. Our academy is dedicated to preparing the next generation of law enforcement professionals with rigorous training, hands-on experience, and a commitment to public service. As the demand for highly qualified peace officers continues to rise, we strive to provide comprehensive education and real-world skills that empower our cadets to serve Delaware County and beyond with integrity and excellence.
Our academy follows the OPOTA curriculum of 40 hours a week. Since launching our training academy in 2023, we have expanded the state-mandated training from 740 to 1100 hours. This includes enhanced training in Taser and rifle use, building searches, and active shooter response.
The extended curriculum aims to better prepare cadets for diverse field scenarios; enhancing public safety. This equips our cadets with necessary skills through multi-generational teaching and a better cadet-to-instructor ratio than other academies.
The state of Ohio requires two final tests before a cadet can graduate basic academy training; a physical fitness test and a written test. The DCSO police academy carries an impressive 100% pass rate on the P.T. test and a 92% cumulative average written test score. For more information on physical fitness standards, click here.
Training Topics
- De-escalation
- Legal
- Human Rights
- Firearms
- Driving
- Subject Control Techniques
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Patrol
- Civil Disorders
- Traffic
- Investigations
- Physical Conditioning
- Homeland Security
- Building Searches
- Taser
Questions/Concerns
We offer one to two academies annually at our designated Training Center, 4981 County Home Road, Delaware, Ohio.
For individuals looking to become a cadet, please contact Human Resources at DCSOHR@co.delaware.oh.us.
For other law enforcement agencies looking to send cadets to our academy, please contact Chief Wiseman at DCSOAcademy@co.delaware.oh.us.