Re-certification

Too long didn't read (TLDR)

Previously certified officer, separated 2 or more years. Both tiers use the Application for Certification (Parts 1, 2 & 3). Training required differs by length of separation.

Not sure which path applies?

See the Certification Process overview for a decision guide.

The two tiers

Separation	Training required
2–5 years	Skills update + 32 hours of law classes
More than 5 years	200-hour refresher academy

Both tiers use the full Application for Certification — Parts 1, 2, and 3.

Process (same for both tiers)

1. Applicant requests a portal account if they don't already have one — approval takes 12–24 hours; see portal getting started guide
2. Applicant submits Parts 1 & 2 through the portal — personal information, background disclosures, and acknowledgments
3. POC completes Part 3 — agency information and your certification of the applicant's eligibility
4. Submit to Standards & Training — submit only when all three parts are complete
5. Coordinate training — after application approval:
   • Tier 1 (2–5 years): enroll in skills update + 32 hours of law classes
   • Tier 2 (5+ years): enroll in the 200-hour refresher academy

Application must be approved before training begins

For both tiers, do not enroll the officer in any training program until Standards & Training approves the application.

Your responsibilities as POC

• Direct the applicant to request a portal account if needed
• Complete Part 3 after the applicant submits Parts 1 & 2
• Submit the full application to Standards & Training
• Coordinate training enrollment after approval

Key reminders

• Separation is measured from the officer's last date of employment in a certified law enforcement capacity
• If separated less than 2 years, use Transfer / Rehire instead
• Training must be completed after approval, not before

See also: Certification Process — Overview | Transfer / Rehire | Uncertified Officers