SCC Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice

08/19/2026

Cadets braved the heat today as they began the practical portion of Law Enforcement Driver Training!
This critical phase of BLET introduces cadets to the skills necessary to safely operate a law enforcement vehicle under demanding conditions. Training includes pursuit driving, evasive maneuvers, precision driving, controlled braking, and emergency vehicle operations, just to name a few.
The heat may be high, but so is the commitment. These cadets continue to push themselves, sharpen their skills, and move one step closer to earning the badge.
Train hard. Drive smart. Stay safe.

08/15/2026

Excellence takes flight at Stanly Community College 🦅✨

We’re honored to be recognized by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program! This recognition highlights our work to strengthen student success in completion, transfer, bachelor’s attainment, and workforce outcomes. Thank you to our faculty, staff, and students who made this possible!

08/06/2026

The Administrative Assistant will provide support for the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and Law Enforcement Inservice Programs. The individual is responsible for providing daily office support, which requires computer work, filing, attention to detail, and professional customer service skill...

08/06/2026

🚔 Now Hiring: Part-Time Administrative Assistant – Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) 🚔

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy supporting those who serve our communities? Stanly Community College is looking for a Part-Time Administrative Assistant to join our Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program.

This isn't your typical office job. You'll play a vital role behind the scenes, helping train the next generation of North Carolina law enforcement officers by supporting one of the state's premier BLET programs.

What you'll do:
✅ Support the BLET Director and instructional staff
✅ Coordinate student and instructor records
✅ Manage ACADIS and Commission documentation
✅ Build and organize training courses
✅ Prepare graduation materials and student awards
✅ Keep our program organized, compliant, and running smoothly

We're looking for someone who is:
✔ Organized and dependable
✔ Detail-oriented
✔ Professional and able to maintain confidentiality
✔ Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
✔ Passionate about supporting public safety education

Preferred qualifications include:
• Law enforcement experience
• NC General Instructor Certification
• Bachelor's degree
• Notary Public

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where your work directly contributes to the success of future law enforcement officers, we'd love to hear from you!

📍 Stanly Community College – Albemarle, NC

👉 Apply here:

The Administrative Assistant will provide support for the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and Law Enforcement Inservice Programs. The individual is responsible for providing daily office support, which requires computer work, filing, attention to detail, and professional customer service skill...

07/29/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenant David Salyers on successfully completing the 100th Session of the Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP) through the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF)!

This prestigious executive leadership program is nationally recognized for preparing senior law enforcement leaders to address the complex challenges facing today's law enforcement profession. The intensive three-week curriculum focuses on strategic leadership, organizational management, public policy, and executive decision-making.

We are especially proud to have Lieutenant Salyers as one of our Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) instructors at Stanly Community College. He brings a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and real-world experience into the classroom, helping prepare the next generation of law enforcement officers. His commitment to excellence—both as an instructor and as a leader within the Albemarle Police Department—is evident in everything he does.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Salyers, on this well-deserved achievement! Thank you for your continued dedication to the law enforcement profession, your service to the Albemarle community, and your commitment to developing future officers. We are honored to have you as part of our BLET instructional team.

07/29/2026

Congratulations to Sgt. R. M. Robertson, Jr. on being named the 2026 State & Provincial Police Academy Directors (SPPADS) Instructor of the Year during the annual SPPADS Conference in Orlando, Florida!

This is an incredible honor and a well-deserved recognition of Sgt. Robertson's dedication to law enforcement training. He was selected from instructors nominated from police academies across the United States and Canada, making this achievement even more significant.

We are especially proud to have Sgt. Robertson as one of our Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) instructors at Stanly Community College, where he also teaches numerous advanced law enforcement training courses. His professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to developing the next generation of law enforcement officers have made a lasting impact on countless students and officers throughout North Carolina.

Congratulations, Sgt. Robertson, on this outstanding accomplishment! Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence and for representing The North Carolina Highway Patrol, Stanly Community College and the law enforcement profession with distinction. We are honored to have you on our team!

07/17/2026

🚔 Week One Is in the Books! 🚔
The first week of our Summer/Fall BLET Academy is officially complete!
We ended a busy first week with the cadets completing their initial POPAT. This first assessment establishes a baseline and gives each cadet an opportunity to see where they stand as they begin their journey through the academy.
We are extremely proud of the effort, determination, and positive attitude these cadets have demonstrated thus far. They have a long and challenging road ahead, but they are off to a great start.
One week down. The journey has just begun! 💪🚔

07/16/2026

🚔 Field Training Officer (FTO) Training Course 🚔

Invest in experience. Inspire excellence.

Stanly Community College is offering a Field Training Officer Training Course designed to provide current and future FTOs with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to effectively train and mentor the next generation of law enforcement professionals.

📅 August 10–14, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Stanly Community College
2680 W. Main St., Albemarle, NC 28001

Topics include the role and responsibilities of the FTO, adult learning principles, communication and feedback, report writing and documentation, legal issues and liability, performance evaluation, problem-solving, decision-making, and more.

This course is intended for sworn law enforcement officers who are currently serving as or have been selected to become Field Training Officers.

📧 To register: Email [email protected]

Please share with officers and agencies that may benefit from this training. We look forward to seeing you in August!

07/12/2026

🚔 Officer Ambush Training – Limited Seats Remaining! 🚔

Every traffic stop, every call for service, and every shift carries the potential for the unexpected. Is your team prepared?

Join us on July 15, 2026, for Officer Ambush, an intensive training course designed to help law enforcement officers recognize pre-attack indicators, respond to spontaneous and pre-planned ambushes, and enhance officer survival through practical, hands-on instruction.

👮 Instructor: Sgt. Robby Robertson, NCSHP

This course covers:
✅ Ambush awareness and prevention
✅ Vehicular ambush indicators
✅ Spontaneous vs. pre-planned attacks
✅ Practical skills and tactics to improve officer survival

⚠️ We only have a few seats remaining! Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and prepare for the realities of today's law enforcement environment.

📅 Date: July 15, 2026

📧 Register today: [email protected]

Quality Training for Law Enforcement. Because going home safely starts with being prepared.

07/10/2026

Congratulations to Our Newest Officers! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️
It was an honor to witness four of our recent BLET graduates being sworn in as officers with the Albemarle Police Department. This ceremony marked the beginning of an incredible journey of service to our community.
Chief Ryan Manley delivered an outstanding message centered on ethics and integrity—two qualities that define exceptional law enforcement officers. Integrity is the cornerstone of this profession. It is the foundation upon which trust is built and the standard by which every officer should live.
I am proud to say these newly sworn officers demonstrated the highest level of integrity throughout their time in the BLET program. Their dedication, professionalism, and character have prepared them well for the responsibilities that lie ahead.
Congratulations to each of you! We are incredibly proud and wish you safety, success, and a long, honorable career serving the citizens of Albemarle. Go make a difference! 🇺🇸🚔