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Application for a seat in any of our basic police academy
classes requires only a few simple steps that can be done on-line 24 hours
a day. Follow the steps listed below and you are well on your way to
starting a career in law enforcement.
STEP 1: Read the information about the
basic police academy program on this website. It is important that
you select the class that is right for you and your life
circumstances. The academy requires a great investment of your time
and money. We are committed to your success and want you to make the
best choice. CLICK HERE
TO READ ABOUT THE BASIC ACADEMY PROGRAM.
STEP 2: Complete an on-line
application for admission to Napa Valley College. All of our basic
academy classes are accredited by Napa Valley College and require students
to be admitted to the college prior to attending the academy.
Completing an application for admission does not require you to attend an
academy class. There is no cost or further obligation. You are
NOT required to submit transcripts to the office of admissions and records
prior to attending the basic police academy. CLICK
HERE TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE.
STEP 3: The basic police academy is demanding both academically and
physically. Before you invest time and money into this program, the
academy wants to be sure you are adequately prepared academically and
physically. You may demonstrate academic readiness in one of the
following ways. Click on the option that describes your qualifications
and you will be directed to the next step. Be prepared to submit
copies of degrees and/or transcripts as required.
1. Graduation from high school with a GPA of at least
3.0 with course work that includes completion of math courses above algebra II
(calculus or trigonometry) or completion of at least three years of foreign
language study.
2. Graduation from an accredited college or university
with an earned associates degree or higher.
3. Completion of the POST Entry Level Peace Officer
Reading and Writing exam with a "T-Score" of at least 40 within the
last 12 months and written documentation of this score on agency letterhead.
4. Complete the Academy
Readiness Course that includes administration of the POST Entry Level
Reading and Writing exam. This course is offered free of charge once
per month.
A great way for students to prepare for entry
to the Basic Police Academy and a successful career in law enforcement is to
complete the
Academy
Orientation Course. This class is
designed to give students insight to the Basic Police Academy and how to
prepare for the rigors of the program. It will give students an
edge. This course is highly recommended for both students who are
putting themselves through the academy as well as for those being sponsored by a
department. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. |
