Basic Training

Classification: Basic Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
January 5, 2026 - Jailors 26-1
January 15, 2026 - BLE 26-A
April 29, 2026 - Jailors 26-2
June 25, 2026 - BLE 26-B
August 20, 2026 - Jailors 26-3
Time: 0900-1500

To All Training Chiefs/Sheriffs/Superintendents/Training Commanders & Coordinators:

Many larger agencies conduct a “Pre-Academy” prior to sending their officers/deputies to the Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy (HRCJTA).  This prepares the student for their academy experience.  The first week of the HRCJTA basic classes (Jailor/L.E.) is our “Pre-Academy”.

I have noticed that the basic students that are most overwhelmed, at the beginning of the academy, are normally from an agency that does not do any type of “Pre-Academy”.  We always attempt to do an exit interview when folks resign or fail early on in the academy.

As an option, the HRCJTA will now offer a “Pre-Academy” for basic students.  This Pre-Academy is optional.  If you wish to send your folks to this Pre-Academy please register with Tameka, or if a late hire just have them show up (not preferable but workable) and we can accommodate them.

These Pre-Academies are formatted as follows:

9:00-10:00 AM                 Introduction to the academy experience

10:00-11:00 AM               Tour of facility and satellite facilities

11:00-12:00 AM               Past class leaders/graduates open discussion

12:00-1:00 PM                 Lunch

1:00-2:00 PM                   Family Hour (family receives tour, responds to questions)

2:00-3:00 PM                   Staff Instructors Introduction and Expectations

3:00 PM                           End orientation

Dress is casual, agency representatives are welcome to attend with new hires for portions of the day.
Please advise new hires of this schedule so they can invite their family for the 1:00 PM session.
Although this is an optional program, we believe it may greatly assist with preparing students for what can feel like an overwhelming experience early on.

Classification: Basic Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700-1545

Basic students are required to wear tan dickies™. style work pants and matching shirts, Shoes, socks, and belts will be as authorized/required for wear with the department uniform. A physical form is required for each student prior to the first day. The form is available at www.hrcjta.org. This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency.

Classification: Basic Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

Basic students are required to wear tan dickies™. style work pants and matching shirts, Shoes, socks, and belts will be as authorized/required for wear with department uniform. A physical form is required for each student prior to the first day. The form is available at www.hrcjta.org. This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency.

Classification: Basic Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

Basic students are required to wear tan dickies™. style work pants and matching shirts, Shoes, socks, and belts will be as authorized/required for wear with department uniform. A physical form is required for each student prior to the first day. The form is available at www.hrcjta.org. This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency.

Classification: Basic Training
Where: Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
When: Multiple Dates (2026)
Time: 0700 - 1545

This school includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. Those who successfully complete this and the on-the-job training requirements provided by their departments will be certified with the Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Students attending shall wear department uniform or civilian attire. Uniforms should conform to department policies. No shorts, tank tops, muscle t-shirts, sleeveless shirts, blue jeans, and clothing that displays any profane, vulgar, or abusive language or artwork are prohibited.

Remember you are at work, although off-site.