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Correctional Entrance Level Training Program (CELTP)

Mission

The mission of the Correctional Entrance Level Training Program is to develop solid career foundations through evidence based training, instilling ethics and pride to properly trained correctional professionals ensuring the safety of the public, employees, and offenders.

Vision

Nationally recognized as one of the leading authorities in adult-based training and staff development, the Correctional Entrance Level Training Program will promote an academic atmosphere conducive for state-of-the-art learning creating a highly trained and professional correctional workforce.

Guiding Principles
  • Teach evidence based content, utilizing adult learning principles
  • Collaborate with stakeholders in developing training programs
  • Foster an academic atmosphere conducive for career development
  • Support all learning styles when developing new curriculum
  • Promote an environment that encourages cultural diversity
  • Consider the special needs of a changing population
  • Establish a systematic process that supports mentoring and coaching

For more information, contact [email protected] or the Correctional Entrance Level Training Manager as listed on the Contact page, or visit our Department's "Becoming a Correctional Officer" site. A schedule of upcoming academy dates is below.

Correctional Entrance Level Program Dates

Academy Onset Graduation Location

08/31/2026

10/26/2026

Sykesville

09/28/2026

11/24/2026

CANCELED

10/27/2026

12/23/2026

Sykesville

11/30/2026

02/01/2027

Sykesville

02/02/2027

03/26/2027

Sykesville

03/15/2027

05/05/2027

Sykesville

04/12/2027

06/03/2027

Sykesville

05/24/2027

07/19/2027

Sykesville

06/28/2027

08/19/2027

Sykesville

07/20/2027

09/10/2027

Sykesville

08/23/2027

10/18/2027

Sykesville

09/14/2027

11/08/2027

Sykesville

10/25/2027

12/20/2027

Sykesville

11/15/2027

01/18/2028

Sykesville