Law Enforcement

At Robeson Community College, we are committed to equipping law enforcement professionals with the knowledge, skills, and leadership required to serve their communities with integrity and excellence. Our comprehensive training programs, led by experienced instructors, provide cutting-edge education in law enforcement, detention, and emergency response. Whether you’re beginning your career or seeking advanced training, RCC is here to support your journey in public safety.
Robeson Community College offers comprehensive training in Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice Technology. Whether you’re starting your career in law enforcement or advancing your expertise in criminal justice, our programs provide the knowledge and skills needed for success in public safety.
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, and municipal governments or with private enterprises.
Criminal Justice Technology
The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. The study will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services. The criminal justice system’s role within society will be explored.
Click here to learn more about our Criminal Justice Technology program
Robeson Community College offers specialized continuing education training for law enforcement professionals, providing advanced skills and up-to-date knowledge to enhance career development. Our courses cover a range of topics, from legal updates to tactical training, ensuring officers stay prepared to serve their communities effectively.
Advanced Training
RCC offers Specialized Training in all areas of law enforcement, from patrol officers to specialized investigation units. We also offer North Carolina Training and Standards-commissioned courses in the areas of Speed Measuring Instrument (SMI), Instructor Training (General Instructor), Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC), and others. Please navigate to our Specialized Training Page (using the link below) for more information on other interesting training topics we offer.
2026 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING SCHEDULE
Robeson Community College
Professional development opportunities for law enforcement personnel throughout 2026
| Course | Dates | Hours | Instructor(s) | Notes |
| General Instructor | August 12–2, 2026 | 104 | RCC Staff | |
| Simunition Instructor | August 26–27, 2026 | 16 | Simunition | |
| Parkland School Shooting | September 08, 2026 | 8 | Chief Clyde Parry | |
| Man tracking Level 1 | September 14- 18, 2026 | 50 | Tactical man trackers | |
| Explosive Awareness | September 16, 2026 | 8 | Stuart Campbell (SBI Retired) | |
| Cold Case Investigation | September 26, 2026 | 8 | Evidence-Based Negotiation | |
| CQB | September 28- 29, 2026 | 16 | Hollis, Monteiro | |
| DMV-249 Refresher | October 01, 2026 | 8 | David White (NCSHP Retired ) | |
| Crime Meets Code | October 01, 2026 | 8 | True North Public Safety | AI Investigation Class |
| Hoarding Mental Health and Safety Issues | October 06, 2026 | 8 | David White (NCSHP Retired ) | |
| DMV-249 Refresher | October 08, 2026 | 8 | David White (NCSHP Retired ) | |
| DMV-249 Refresher | October 15, 2026 | 8 | David White (NCSHP Retired ) | |
| DMV-249 Refresher | October 22, 2026 | 8 | David White (NCSHP Retired ) | |
| Field Training Officer (FTO) | October 26- 30, 2026 | 40 | J. Smith | |
| Police Law Institute (PLI) | October 26-November 08 | 80 | NCJA | |
| Crisis Intervention Training | November 02-06 | 40 | Trillium | — |
| CQB | November 16–17, 2026 | 16 | Hollis/ Monteiro | |
| Interview & Interrogation | November 18–20, 2026 | 24 | T. Quigley, FBI (Retired) | — |
| Man Tracking Level 2 | November 30–December 4, 2026 | 50 | Tactical Man Tracking | — |
| Round Table: SWAT / Hostage Negotiators | December 10, 2026 | 8 | Hollis / Monteiro | — |
Certificate Programs
Click the link below to explore the Advanced Certification Programs as RCC:
Speed Measuring Instrument Courses
2026 SMI SCHEDULE:
**All students must have UP TO DATE SMI OPERATOR MANUALS!!!**
| 2024 RADAR/LIDAR Training Schedule | Basic RADAR Operators Course | Basic LIDAR Operators Course | RADAR/LIDAR Recertification course | RADAR Recert | State Exam Site |
| January | 19-Jan | 20-Jan | 20-Jan | January 21, 2026 | |
| February | 5,6,9,10 -Feb | February 11, 2026 | |||
| March | 09-Mar | 09-Mar | March 10, 2026 | ||
| April | 06-Apr | 07-Apr | 07-Apr | April 8, 2026 | |
| May | 28,29,30-Apr finish 01-May | May 5, 2026 | |||
| June | 30-Jun | 30-Jun | July 1, 2026 | ||
| July | 28-Jul | 29-Jul | 29-Jul | July 30, 2026 | |
| August | 17-20- Aug | August 25, 2026 | |||
| September | September | ||||
| October | 19-Oct | 20-Oct | 20-Oct | October 21, 2026 | |
| November | 09-12 Nov | November 18,2026 | |||
| December | 14-Dec | 14-Dec | December 15,2026 |
Robeson Community College offers online law enforcement training designed for flexibility and convenience. Our virtual courses provide quality instruction on key topics, allowing officers and professionals to enhance their skills while balancing their work and personal commitments.
Click button to view/register for online Law Enforcement Classes
Law Enforcement Online Courses
All Online Law Enforcement Courses are fee waived for First Responders. If you are not sure if you are fee waived, please contact Candi Oxendine at (910) 272-3690.
* Courses listed with (CJLA-FL) are part of the Criminal Justice Leadership Academy-Field Leadership.
* Courses listed with (CJLA-AL) are part of the Criminal Justice Leadership Academy-Administrative Leadership.
Main Office

DIMERY, MATT
Director of Law Enforcement Training
Building 18
Email: tdimery@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3691

MEARES, BRUCE
Qualified Assistant for BLET
Building 18
Email: dmeares@robesobn.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3650

OXENDINE, CANDI
Administrative Assistant for Law Enforcement Programs
Building 18
Email: canoxendine@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3690
Criminal Justice Technology

MONTEIRO, HEATHER
Lead Faculty Instructor
Building 18
Email: hmonteiro@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3481
Law Enforcement Training

DIMERY, MATT
Director of Law Enforcement Training
Building 18
Email: tdimery@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3691

LT. (Ret.) WOODARD, LEWIS
NC DPS Training Coordinator
Law Enforcement Training Center
Email: lwoodard@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3613

LT. (Ret.) MONTEIRO, PETER
Law Enforcement Training Coordinator
Building 11
Email: pmonteiro@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3502












