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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 mpctcctu.dpscs@maryland.gov 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.

Upcoming Correctional Entrance Level Program Dates

Academy Onset Graduation Location

10/28/2024

12/18/2024

Hagerstown

11/12/2024

01/10/2025

Sykesville

12/09/2024

02/05/2025

Sykesville

01/06/2025

02/28/2025

Hagerstown

01/21/2025

03/14/2025

Sykesville

02/10/2025

04/03/2025

Sykesville

03/10/2025

04/30/2025

Hagerstown

03/24/2025

05/14/2025

Sykesville

05/07/2025

07/01/2025

Hagerstown

05/12/2025

07/07/2025

Sykesville

06/09/2025

08/01/2025

Sykesville

07/07/2025

08/27/2025

Hagerstown

07/14/2025

09/04/2025

Sykesville

08/11/2025

10/06/2025

Sykesville

09/02/2025

10/24/2025

Hagerstown

09/08/2025

10/31/2025

Sykesville

09/29/2025

11/24/2025

Sykesville

11/03/2025

01/05/2026

Sykesville

11/03/2025

01/09/2026

Hagerstown

12/01/2025

01/30/2026

Sykesville