The Blount County Sheriff's Office Basic Regional Law Enforcement Academy began in September 2007. The POST approved 12 week academy instructs recruits in:
Basic Police Tactics
Criminal Justice
Defensive Tactics
DUI
Emergency Vehicle Operations
Firearms
Other Law Enforcement Related Courses
Report Writing
Traffic Accident Reconstruction
Applications
The Blount County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for a 12 week "Basic Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy" approved by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission for Tennessee. Completed Applications (PDF) can be mailed to the following address:
Blount County Sheriff's Office
Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy
c/o Josh Blair
940 E Lamar Alexander Parkway
Maryville, TN 37804
All questions about the Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy should be directed to Josh Blair, or call 865-273-5000.
Class No. 2021-023
Cost $2,500 Per Applicant Meal plan available for recruits staying in the dormitory ($310.00)
