Upcoming daytime academy dates can be seen on the session sign-up form. Follow the link to sign up!
Paperwork Deadline: December 1, 2026
Mandatory Registration Day: December 17, 2026
First Day of Academy: January 5, 2027
Graduation: June 25, 2027
For any questions, reach out to us at PCCBLET@my.pittcc.edu — our coordinators will promptly respond.
Our Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is a great choice for students looking to enter the field of law enforcement. We are recognized throughout North Carolina for our students’ success – including our high first-time pass rates on the state exam.
Pitt Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Training helps you develop essential skills required for entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer with state, county, or municipal governments, or private enterprises. Daytime academies are offered at our Law Enforcement Training Center, located at 2096 Central Park Drive, Winterville, NC 28590.
| Item | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $74 | Covers insurance, parking decal, and technology fees. (Subject to change per state guidelines.) |
| Uniforms | $390 | Uniform costs vary depending on selections. Once a completed application packet has been received, applicants will be provided a link to our online uniform store to place their order. Expected delivery is 5–7 business days. All orders must be placed no later than June 19, 2026, to ensure delivery before the start of the Academy. |
| Digital Course Materials | $230 | |
| SAFE Fee (Student Activity Facilitation Expenditure Fee) | $300 (Sponsored students) $75 (Agency-hired students) | $300 for sponsored students. Applicants who have been hired by an agency will be charged a reduced fee of $75, provided the agency supplies ammunition. This fee covers Academy supplies, equipment maintenance, fuel, and other operational expenditures necessary to support the training experience. |
| Total Estimated Cost: | $994 (Sponsored students) $769 (Agency-hired students providing ammunition) |
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The state of North Carolina sets the standard for police training. At Pitt Community College, we raise the bar even higher. When you select Pitt for your Basic Law Enforcement Training, you’ll receive:
A short and affordable program: Complete your BLET program in 23 weeks during our daytime academy. For just under $1,000, you’ll develop the essential skills to succeed as a law enforcement officer — a career that offers a starting salary of $48,000. Plus, we offer a variety of financial aid options, including Continuing Education scholarships and veterans benefits.
Higher standards: Our Basic Law Enforcement Training produces highly skilled, well-trained, and thoroughly prepared officers. Our BLET program students are expected to earn higher test scores, recite the Code of Ethics, participate in ride-alongs, complete community service hours, and complete the Cooper Fitness Assessment. This rigorous training leads to exceptional pass rates on the licensure exam.
Expert faculty: All of our cadre are experienced law enforcement professionals with decades of combined service and experience in the profession. Our regular reviews of our BLET faculty ensure you’re learning from high-performing instructors who are invested in your success.
North Carolina’s 868-hour BLET curriculum is set by the state and covers a comprehensive range of topics designed to prepare cadets for the realities of law enforcement. Areas of instruction include:
Do you have prior experience in the military, or with law enforcement training from another state? We offer specialized pathways through our BLET program to meet North Carolina requirements.
Whether you have military police experience or are a certified officer from another state, NC Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission offers pathways to obtain your North Carolina law enforcement certification. For detailed eligibility requirements and step-by-step transfer evaluation instructions, visit the NC Department of Justice.
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Our Basic Law Enforcement Training program prepares you for a rewarding career in law enforcement. With a steady need for trained officers, you can feel confident that you will be in high demand. In just a few months, you will have the credentials and skills necessary for an entry-level job, such as:
We can also help you advance your career with additional training and in-service classes.
Police Officer
Deputy Sheriff
Crime Scene Tech
Highway Patrol
Campus Police
ABC
ALE
SBI
Wildlife Resource Agent
Marine Fisheries
Criminal Law
Juvenile Law
Civil Process
Traffic Crash Investigations
Alcohol Beverage Laws
Investigative, Patrol, Custody, and Court Procedures
Emergency Responses
Ethics and Community Relations
Basic Investigative Techniques
Basic Law Enforcement, Firearms, and Driving Techniques
Ethical application of use of force, arrest, etc.
Due process of the law