Re-certification
Certification Recertification
AJA certifications are valid for four years. Select your certification below to review renewal requirements, fees, forms, and recertification options.
CJO Recertification
Certification lasts for a period of four years. To retain the Certified Jail Officer designation, you must recertify by either Training Hour Accumulation or Re-examination.
If you choose to recertify by Training Hour Accumulation, you must accumulate 80 hours of correctional training between the day the examination was taken, or from the last date of recertification, and the time of application for recertification. There is no requirement for re-examination if recertifying by training hours.
Re-examination Option
If you choose to retake the examination, the examination fee is $120.
Forms & Information
Apply by obtaining the CJO Handbook and CJO Recertification Application.
CJO Handbook CJO Recertification ApplicationCJS Recertification
Certification lasts for a period of four years. To retain the Certified Jail Supervisor designation, you must recertify by either Professional Points Accumulation or Re-examination.
If you choose to recertify by the points method, your recertification application must be postmarked at least 6 weeks prior to your expiration date. You must accumulate 250 professional points between the day the examination was taken, or from the last date of recertification, and the time of application for recertification.
The required points are attained by engaging in jail management-related leadership activities, continuing education, and training. There is no requirement for re-examination if recertifying by professional points.
Re-examination Option
If you choose to retake the examination, the examination fee is $200.
Forms & Information
Apply by obtaining the CJS Handbook and CJS Recertification Application.
CJS Handbook CJS Recertification ApplicationCJM Recertification
Certification lasts for a period of four years. To retain the Certified Jail Manager designation, you must recertify by either Professional Points Accumulation or Re-examination.
If you choose to recertify by the points method, your recertification application must be postmarked at least 6 weeks prior to your expiration date. You must accumulate 350 professional points between the day the examination was taken, or from the last date of recertification, and the time of application for recertification.
The required points are attained by engaging in jail management-related leadership activities, continuing education, and training. There is no requirement for re-examination if recertifying by professional points.
Re-examination Option
If you choose to retake the examination, the examination fee is $300.
Forms & Information
Apply by obtaining the CJM Handbook and CJM Recertification Application.
CJM Handbook CJM Recertification ApplicationCertified Correctional Trainer / Certified Jail Trainer
The American Jail Association is no longer accepting new applications for the Certified Correctional Trainer (CCT) certification. This program is being replaced by the new Certified Jail Trainer (CJT) certification, which is currently under development. AJA anticipates launching the CJT certification by the end of the year.
Current CCT holders: Existing CCT certifications remain valid and may continue to be renewed through the recertification process outlined below until further notice.
Certification lasts for a period of four years. To retain the Certified Correctional Trainer designation, certified individuals must recertify through Professional Points Accumulation.
The deadline to receive your recertification application must be postmarked at least 6 weeks prior to your expiration date.
CCT Recertification Forms
Current CCT certificants seeking renewal may obtain the handbook and recertification application below.
CCT Handbook CCT Recertification ApplicationComing Soon: Certified Jail Trainer
The upcoming Certified Jail Trainer certification is being developed to recognize correctional professionals responsible for training, mentoring, and developing jail staff.
Additional information, eligibility requirements, application materials, and examination details will be posted as they become available.
Short on Training Hours?
AJA offers online training opportunities that may assist certified professionals working toward recertification requirements.
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Contact the AJA Certification Department for assistance with certification renewal requirements, forms, or deadlines.
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