Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 791. Department of Corrections § 791.543

(a) He or she is a citizen of the United States and is 18 years of age or older.

(b) He or she has obtained a high school diploma or attained a passing score on the general education development test indicating a high school graduation level.

(c) Not later than 12 months after becoming employed as a local corrections officer, he or she has fulfilled other standards and requirements developed by the board and approved by the council for certification.

(d) He or she has fulfilled standards and requirements developed by the council upon the recommendation of the board for recertification.