|
|
Police Academy
Located on Scenic Drive and overlooking the City of El Paso, the El Paso Police Department Training Academy offers the recruit an academically and physically challenging environment.  During the 26 week training period, recruits will be taught a variety of subjects ranging from criminal law, report writing, principles of investigation, defensive tactics, police vehicle operations and firearm training. The training will also consist of aerobic and strength building along with defensive tactics. Recruits are paid as a Police Trainee during the academy.
Recruits will attend classes Monday-Friday and on occasion some night and weekend training may be required. Recruits do not reside on the premises and must provide their own housing. The recruits will also purchase their duty weapon (a list of approved weapons will be supplied), physical training apparel, foot wear, textbooks and other training material.
Recruits who successfully pass the State of Texas licensing exam (TCLEOSE) and graduate the Training Academy will be assigned to one of the five regional command centers and enter into the Field Training Officer program.
|
|
print-version