The Institute of Public Safety is one of the best training academies in the State of Florida, training Police, EMS-Paramedic, and Corrections Officers. as well as conducting in-service trainign for our local public safety agencies. Mission To train first responders for the Public Safety agencies in the State of Florida. Company Overview The Institute of Public Safety is located at 3737 NE 39th Avenue, approximately 11 miles east of the Santa Fe College Northwest Campus. It is home to the Institute of Public Safety and the Criminal Justice Selection Center, which is housed on 160 acres on the East side of Gainesville across from the Gainesville Regional Airport. The Institute of Public Safety is a full-service training center, complete with 3 firearms ranges, a vehicle operations course, and a physical abilities course. We provide basic, advanced and specialized instruction in corrections, emergency medical services, fire science, aviation and law enforcement. Successful completion of these programs will typically lead to basic certification, except for fire science, and is designed for those students seeking immediate employment.