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Basic Law Enforcement Training ( BLET ) Basic Law Enforcement Training is offered during the day twice a year and at night once a year. The day Program generally meets from 7:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday for fourteen weeks with some weekends (4 Sundays) around mid-way through. The next day class will begin in mid August of 2008. The night program generally meets from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and most Saturdays for 8 hours (ie 8:00 am - 5:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm) The course lasts about seven months. The next night class is scheduled for late November 2008 (generally the Monday after Thanksgiving) Frequently Asked Questions Q: How old do I have to be to take BLET? A: You must be at least 20 years of age to take the course. Q: A-B Tech requires a sponsorship letter, what is that and where can I get one? A: A sponsorship letter is required and must be obtained from a public law enforcement agency in North Carolina. The letter must include a statement that you are sponsored, that a background investigation has been completed and you meet the standards to be a law enforcement officer. It also must be signed by the agency Chief or Sheriff. A possible starting place may be the Sheriff's Office in the County you reside, or a local police department. Sponsorship Form Link Q: How much does BLET cost? A: There is no tuition charge for BLET. There is a small insurance charge (less than $2.00) and the books are estimated to cost $350.00. Supplies and materials are additional. Q: Who can I contact to ask questions? A: Dianne Davis is the Director and can be reached at 828-254-1921 ext 841 or at ddavis@abtech.edu Q: What supplies are needed for the course? A: Duty Gear* Handgun with Holster, Handcuffs, Duty Belt, Flashlight *The college can help with any of the above items if a student cannot obtain them. Ammunition The College furnishes the majority of the handgun ammunition needed provided that the student is using a .357, .38, 9mm, .40 or .45 caliber handgun. Student Provides: 300 rounds of factory loaded qualifying handgun ammunition Any additional practice ammunition needed Miscellaneous Headphone Style Hearing Protection, Eye Protection, White Sole or Non-marking Athletic Shoes, Workout Clothes Q: Is there a dress code for students? A: Yes, All students will be required to wear khaki slacks (cargo style or dress pant) and a burgundy A-B Tech polo shirt. Information on where to buy the shirts will be mailed to accepted students two weeks before class begins.

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