Under the umbrella of the Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet, the Department of Criminal Justice Training provides CALEA- and IACET-accredited law enforcement training to an average of 18,000 Kentucky officers annually.

DOCJT's training curriculum, overseen by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC), is continuously updated to meet Kentucky Police Officer Professional Standards (POPS) as mandated by state statutes.

The mission of the Department of Criminal Justice Training is to provide quality criminal justice training and services which advance the ability of Kentucky law enforcement to create a safe, secure environment in which to reduce crime and its cost to society.

It is the goal of the Department of Criminal Justice Training to accomplish its mission while adhering to the values of honor, responsibility, and commitment.