The Zebulon Police Department conducts a competitive process for BLET sponsorship, selecting 1-2 cadets each semester. Selections are made roughly three months before the academy begins. The sponsorship does not constitute a guarantee of employment upon completion of the BLET course, nor does it relieve the student of their financial obligations for books, fees, uniforms, etc.
Local Colleges that offer BLET:
- Johnston Community College
- Nash Community College
- Wake Community College
- Wilson Community College
In order to be considered for a letter of sponsorship, students must complete a Town of Zebulon application along with a completed F-3. An background check will be completed, to ensure applicants meet minimum qualifications for being an officer in NC. Before the sponsorship letter is issued, the Zebulon Police Department must receive confirmation from the community college's BLET Program Director that the student has completed the limited enrollment process, and will be attending an upcoming BLET course.
For more information regarding BLET sponsorship, please contact a member of our Recruitment Team at recruiting@townofzebulon.org.