Nineteen recruits from five agencies became certified POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) law enforcement officers Friday at North Louisiana Criminal Justice Academy graduation ceremonies.

Commencement speaker was Louisiana State Rep. Mike Johnson, who reminded the new law enforcement officers how important their role will be in the communities they will serve.

The academy is hosted by Bossier Sheriff Julian Whittington and the Bossier Sheriff’s Office. Recruits learn advanced survival skills, legal issues, weapons qualifications, physical fitness, chemical weapons and more.

Here are video highlights from Friday's ceremony.

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