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What is the FDLE State Certification Exam?

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Exam is a certification test controlled by the State of Florida. A state requirement for those who wish to become criminal justice officers, the FDLE exam measures students' knowledge and competency in their chosen discipline.

There are several FDLE exams, and each correlates to the basic recruit requirements for a specific officer type:

  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Correctional Officer
  • Correctional Probation Officer

If you would like to view the FDLE Criminal Justice Standards and Training curriculum, you may do so by visiting the FDLE website.

What is the content of the exam?

There are certain criteria you must meet before you can become an entry-level officer in a specific area. The certification exams measure your competency in your specific criminal justice specialization.

For more information about the content of the FDLE State Officer Certification Exam, please visit the FDLE website.

How do I take the FDLE Exam?

Contact the FDLE or visit its website to complete an exam application. Send the completed application and the $100 fee (check or money order) to FDLE before the application deadline.

Send the completed application to:

Florida Department of Law Enforcement
Attn: Office of Finance and Accounting
P.O. Box 1489
Tallahassee, FL 32302-1489
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