GPTC LEA is an 11-week, Monday through Friday, Georgia POST certified law enforcement academy. Learn more at www.gptc.edu. and 1:00 p.m. (EST).
Located in Covington, Ga., Georgia Piedmont Tech’s Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) is the first, and currently only, Law Enforcement Academy in the state of Georgia to be accredited by CALEA (the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies), the most widely recognized accrediting body in Public Safety. Qualified candidates in Georgia Piedmont Tech’s LEA program are eligible for both HOP
Operating as usual
12/07/2022
Congratulations to our graduating officers, who received their certificates this week at the GPTC Law Enforcement Academy ceremony held on Monday, Dec. 5. We wish you all the best as you go forth and serve your respective communities!
Conyers Police Department
10/28/2022
Photos from Georgia Piedmont Technical College's post
10/06/2022
https://youtu.be/3dPWOxYUr_E
Thank you to our special guest instructor Rodrigo Artilheiro from Rodrigo Defensive Tactics for helping us provide some of the best law enforcement defensive tactics training in the world! Special thanks to Sgt. Figueroa from Marietta, Georgia Police Department for your continued support and dedication to training at our academy.
Are you ready to answer the call to serve and receive the best law enforcement training available in Georgia? Apply now for our next academy class at gptc.edu/Lea
10/05/2022
*NEW EQUIPMENT*
Our new defensive tactics mats are in! These new Resilite mats are safer and more lightweight than previous models. Now our students will have the most up to date equipment while they learn Jiu Jitsu. Studies show that officers using Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques reduce injury to the officer and suspects. This leads to less liability to the agency and less excessive use of force complaints as well!
08/15/2022
Congratulations to the largest GPTC Law Enforcement Academy class yet — 2022-040! We are extremely proud of our 21 graduates, who can now go FORWARD and make our community safer. Thanks for all you do! 💙🚔🚨
Also! Big shoutout to the award winners as follows:
- Top Gun Award: Harvey Martin
- Academic Achievement Award: Scott Strickland
- Guardian Award: Fred Jackson
07/29/2022
05/13/2022
Class 2022-040 starts Monday! If you are ready to answer the call to serve, apply today at www.gptc.edu/Lea
04/15/2022
The Law Enforcement Academy at GPTC is looking for a qualified, full-time instructor. Help future public servants find their way FORWARD! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️
For details and qualifications, click on the link below.
https://www.easyhrweb.com/JC_GPTC/JobListings/Description.aspx?Parameter=JobListings&PositionID=431
03/28/2022
Congratulations to the latest graduating class!
The GPTC police department is hiring a certified police officer. Must be in good standing with the GA POST Council. For details and job requirements, visit https://www.easyhrweb.com/JC_GPTC/JobListings/Description.aspx?Parameter=JobListings&PositionID=492&JobCatTag=JOBCAT_STAFFSUPPT
01/25/2022
Students are hard at work already! They have embarked on an awesome journey that will consist of 11 weeks of training. It will be tough, but rewarding. Class 2022-039 began on January 10th. Stay tuned for more updates from this class! Visit GPTC.edu/Lea to apply for our next class!
12/03/2021
Thanks, SGA!
Recently, the GPTC Student Government Association (SGA) helped bring a bit of holiday cheer into the lives of students experiencing financial hardships by providing grocery gift cards at no cost to them. Law Enforcement Academy student Marvelous Porter, pictured, was one of the students nominated. The Academy thanks SGA for their thoughtful generosity.
11/10/2021
We are deeply saddened to hear that deputy sheriff and graduate Lena Marshall was killed in the line of duty. She graduated in GPTC's first-ever academy class on April 30, 2009. Her watch ended on Nov. 8, 2021. We offer our condolences to her family and friends. We will take it from here, Lena.
11/08/2021
A look back at the most recent graduation. Congratulations, everyone!
The Law Enforcement Academy is also about teaching life-saving skills! Learn how you can make a difference (like students Marvelous Porter and Daniel Wilson will) by visiting us online at the link below:
https://www.gptc.edu/technical-education/technical-schools/law-enforcement-academy/
10/22/2021
Congratulations to recent LEA graduates (from left) Steven Guppy and Marvelous Porter as they start their new careers with the Milledgeville Police Department!
10/21/2021
The GPTC Law Enforcement Academy prepares students with the skills needed to be effective public servants in ANY situation. This includes target practice in less than ideal weather conditions and shooting from positions of disadvantage.
09/02/2021
If you haven't already been vaccinated against COVID, tomorrow is your day! Thank you, Governor Kemp :)
GPTC and other state agencies will be CLOSED tomorrow to encourage vaccinations and thank those who have already gotten the shot(s). If you are eligible, please consider taking this opportunity to fight COVID.
08/24/2021
The largest group of LEA students in years taking their pre-tests. You've got this!
08/02/2021
Congratulations to our latest class of LEA graduates❗ A packed house came out to the Newton campus Thursday to celebrate this new batch of heroes - Coleman Williford (pre-service), Carmen Williams-Brown (DeKalb Sheriff's Office), Jonathan Sugg (Covington PD), Adler Piersaint (Covington PD), Joshua Kitchens (Conyers PD), and Caderrius Armstrong (pre-service). Thanks to you all for making this commitment to service. 👮👮‍♀️
05/20/2021
HIRED BY: Georgia Piedmont Technical College Law Enforcement Academy program graduate Danilo Cubacub was hired recently by the Eatonton Police Department using the skills he gained at GPTC. Show Danilo some love with a 👍 or ❤️ and give him a shoutout in the comments!
05/11/2021
HIRED BY: Georgia Piedmont Technical College Law Enforcement Academy program graduate Juanqualo Murrah — who earned the Top Gun Award for his performance in the Academy in March — was hired recently by the Covington (Ga.) Police Department using the skills he gained at GPTC. Show Juanqualo some love with a 👍 or ❤️!
05/04/2021
Photos from Georgia Piedmont Technical College's post
04/15/2021
Congratulations to our latest group of law enforcement officers from the Metro Atlanta area who have completed the Georgia Piedmont Technical College Law Enforcement Academy Advanced Instructor Training! This 80-hour course is designed for public safety officers who instruct in performance-oriented training and are responsible for lesson plan development.
Pictured, from left, are Captain Gene McKinney, Interim Director/Instructor of the GPTC Law Enforcement Academy, Everett Searcy of the Conyers Police Dept (PD), Aaron Berry of the Lawrenceville PD, Chris Vaughn of the CSX Railroad PD, Marc Rommelman of the Henry County PD, and Mike Blevins and Doug Schad, both of the Lawrenceville PD.
The next 80-hour Instructor Training class runs August 2-13 at GPTC's Newton Campus, Building D, in Covington. For more information, visit: www.gptc.edu/LEA
04/07/2021
The Georgia Piedmont Technical College Law Enforcement Academy celebrated the graduation of the newest class of five recruits from our 11-week training program on March 25 in Covington. Two graduates are already employed with agencies in our region, while three are new to the profession (pre-service). Congratulations! đź’™
03/31/2021
Georgia Piedmont Technical College Law Enforcement Academy updated their info in the about section.
01/14/2021
They still appreciate us guys!
Back the Blue (Police Song) - Camille & Haley Buy Song & Ringtone here:https://camilleandhaley.bandcamp.comThank you to every police officer who sacrifices to defend & protect us & those we ...
08/12/2020
Love!!!!! 💙💙💙💙
07/28/2020
Love!
Sunday Inspiration
07/27/2020
On July 27, 1981, Adam Walsh was abducted from a Florida shopping mall and brutally murdered.
Today, July 27, 2020, we honor his legacy and his memory.
“Out of our pain, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children was created in 1984, after President Ronald Reagan signed the Missing Children’s Assistance Act. We want to make sure Adam didn’t die in vain. It all came about because of Adam, because of our love and respect for the kind of person he was and how many other people loved him. He was the motivation to make something positive out of this tragedy. To make sure he wouldn’t just be another murdered child, another statistic.” John & Revé Walsh
In memory of Adam Walsh. “If his song is to continue… we must do the singing.” If you have any information regarding a missing or exploited child, please call: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
07/24/2020
Love!
This mom donated her lottery winnings to a wounded police officer. Now the community is paying her back When struggling single mom Shetara Sims won $100 on the lottery she decided to donate it all to the family of a police officer who had been shot in the line of duty.
07/22/2020
First Responder Friday - PTSD911 - a documentary film PTSD911 is a documentary film series about real people who show up when we call 911. These men and women serve the public and are willing to face things that most of us can’t even imagine, yet maintain a high level of dignity and professionalism. We expect them to show up when we call and […]
07/21/2020
They did it! Congratulations Georgia Department of Public Safety!
07/14/2020
Wanna join a great agency? They are hiring!
2018 Decatur Police Community Video City of Decatur police recruitment/community relations video.
07/13/2020
Please....just don’t!
Don't forget our furry friends when we talk about the dangers of cars on hot days. They are just as vulnerable as young children when it comes to vehicular heatstroke.
07/11/2020
Let’s help them win!
It's time to vote in the 2020 Best Looking Cruiser Contest. Click the link and vote now - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T9XVPN3
TBT! Our contribution to the lipsync challege that went on a couple of years ago. Given the hard times the country is facing this is a perfect message for the day. Everything is going to be ok!
07/08/2020
Very proud of Officer Quick, graduate of class 2016-023! Doing the good work! Keep it up Quick!
07/06/2020
Graduates! Go finish your degree! Just a few classes left!
Registration for Fall 2020 courses is now OPEN and classes begin August 17!
Current Summer students >>> talk to your advisor and add courses in Banner Web.
Brand new students >>> apply for admission online NOW — visit www.gptc.edu to get started and contact your advisor to register for Fall classes.
Check out the list of classes offered for Fall 2020 here: https://bannerss.gptc.edu/pls/ban8/zwrctrm.p_disp
07/04/2020
Here are the promised pictures of class 2020-034.
Officer Duncan started as a pre-service candidate (put herself through the academy) but starts Tuesday with the Stone Mountain Police Department.
Officer Ewing started as a Conyers Police Department Explorer. She then was hired as a cadet for the department. After serving in that capacity they sent her to our academy. She graduates with the highest overall academic honor award.
Pre-service candidate McCalmont put himself through the academy and interviews with a local metro agency Monday.
Officer Ragland, also with the Conyers Police Department and also an explorer, then cadet and now officer. He graduates with the top gun award as he achieved the highest overall score at the firing range.
Officer Reece is with the City of Decatur Police Department, GA.
Officer Sanders is with the City of Decatur Police Department, GA.
Officer Samuels is with the Conyers Police Department.
Officer Thompson is with the City of Decatur Police Department, GA.
Congratulations all and Stay Safe!
Upon successful completion a graduate will have obtained Georgia Peace Officer certification, 700+ hours of POST training, Taser user certification, Standardized Field Sobriety Training, extended training in all high-liability areas, additional training in Constitutional Law, and 42 semester hours towards their 60 hour Associate's degree in Criminal Justice. Be sure to check out "Testimonials" under the Notes section!
About Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Established in 1961, Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC) is one of the top technical colleges in Georgia. GPTC prepares individuals with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing, global economy. The institution is guided by Dr. Jabari Simama, who was appointed as the college’s third president on September 1, 2012. Georgia Piedmont has nine learning centers in DeKalb, Newton, Rockdale and Morgan counties. Academic and technical programs of study at GPTC lead to more than 140 degrees, diplomas and certificates. For additional information, please visit www.gptc.edu.
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