Deputy Sheriff Training

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Mentor Program

• Prepares recruits for the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy and their future role as a Deputy Sheriff.
• Starts immediately when an applicant is hired by the Sheriff's Office and prior to attending the academy.

Criminal Justice Academy 

• Recruits receive training at the multi-agency academy in Chantilly, Virginia.
• Recruits will be certified in civil process, jail security, and court security.
• Recruits will become fully certified law enforcement officers.

Field Training Program

• To be certified as a Deputy Sheriff, newly graduated recruits will complete a 10-week field training program.
• During this program, new Deputy Sheriffs will be paired with a field training officer to learn essential job functions.

In-Service Training

• To maintain law enforcement certification, Deputy Sheriffs must complete 36 hours of career development and receive four hours of legal training every two years.
• These requirements may be met by choosing among the approximately 100 classes offered at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy.

Continuing Education

• As county employees, Deputy Sheriffs are eligible for tuition assistance and educational leave to continue their education by taking college courses.