Welcome to the new Citrus County Public Safety Training Center located at Withlacoochee Technical Institute!

The Citrus County School District and the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office have partnered to offer the highest level of training for current Public Safety Officials and those interested in joining our profession.

Our Criminal Justice Programs produce quality graduates from both the Correctional Officer and Law Enforcement Officer Certification Courses. We strive to provide the latest techniques from the best sources in all of our Advanced & Specialized Law Enforcement Courses. Our goal is to continue enhancing our programs and partnering with other governmental agencies to offer additional curriculum such as Firefighting, Emergency Police Dispatch and more.

We pride ourselves in the dedication of our staff. From our Secretary and Program Coordinators to our Instructional Staff, we are committed to making your experience positive. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or exploring our profession for the first time, our commitment to you is the same: “Provide the highest level of professional training to better prepare you for today, tomorrow and throughout your career.”

Your success is our business!
Lt. Philip Royal
Training Center Director
Phone: 352-726-2430, x4353
royalp@citrus.k12.fl.us