Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training

Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training (BLEOST)

BLEOST establishes and maintains statewide entry, certification, and training standards for Mississippi law enforcement officers. The Board supports professional consistency across agencies by overseeing training requirements, certification compliance, and related administrative review processes.

Quick Links: Mission | Core Responsibilities | Authority | Funding | Certification & Compliance | Resources | Meetings | Contact

Mission

The mission of the Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training (BLEOST) is to ensure Mississippi law enforcement officers meet minimum professional standards for entry, training, certification, and continuing compliance.

Core Responsibilities

• Establishes minimum entry, certification, and training standards for full-time and part-time law enforcement officers
• Oversees compliance by training academies and instructors
• Maintains certification records and monitors continuing compliance
• Reviews administrative investigations related to officer certification and standards compliance

Authority and Legal Foundation

BLEOST operates under the authority of Mississippi law and applicable board rules. Board policies and procedures guide certification and training requirements statewide.

Funding Overview

BLEOST activities are funded through authorized assessments and other sources as permitted by law to support board-approved training and related program requirements.

Certification and Compliance

BLEOST supports agencies and officers through defined certification and compliance processes, including:

• Initial certification requirements and supporting documentation
• Continuing education and recertification requirements
• Separation reporting and certification review determinations (as applicable)
• Guidance for training documentation and compliance reporting

Forms and Resources

• Professional Certification Policy and Procedures Manual
• Standards & Training Forms
• Continuing Education / In-Service Guidance
• Proposed Rule Changes (if applicable)
• Board Member List (if posted)

Board Meetings and Documents

Provide meeting dates, agendas, minutes, and any public notices as available.

• Meeting Schedule
• Agendas
• Minutes
• Public Notices

Contact

Office of Standards and Training
Phone: (601) 391-4900 (Option 2)
Fax: (601) 391-4439
Email: standards.training@dps.ms.gov
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.