How long is the Lackawanna College Police Academy?

approximately 7-8 months
Full-time Police Academy courses are approximately 7-8 months in length. Total program length may be impacted by College and federal holidays. Class sessions are conducted five (5) weekdays, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and occasional weekends.

How much is the police academy in PA?

$6000
The tuition is $6000 and is non-refundable. There are no student loans or grants available for the course unless you are a veteran. We are approved by the VA for education benefits. Tuition must be paid in full two weeks before class starts.

Where is the Pennsylvania Police Academy?

Hershey
The Bureau of Training and Education operates the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in Hershey, a classroom at Troop H, Harrisburg and four Regional Training Centers throughout the Commonwealth as noted in the Training Calendar.

How do I get Act 120 certified in Pennsylvania?

To be recommended for certification under the provision of Pennsylvania Act 120, you must earn a minimum score of 80 in each program module. The Academy is certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission.

What are the requirements to be a PA state trooper?

How to Become a State Trooper

  • Meet all Minimum Requirements.
  • Earn a Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Apply for an Open Position With the State Police.
  • Pass the Physical Abilities Test.
  • Pass a Written Exam.
  • Complete an On-Site Interview.
  • Pass a Polygraph Screening.
  • Pass a Background Investigation.

Is Lackawanna College a community College?

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our main campus is located in downtown Scranton, and our footprint includes satellite centers in Covington Twp., Hawley, Hazleton, Sunbury,Towanda and Tunkhannock.

How much do PA police officers make?

$76,880
Police officer salary by state

State Name Average Salary
Pennsylvania $76,880
Massachusetts $76,340
Nevada $76,010
Wisconsin $71,590

Do you get paid while in the police academy in PA?

Officers receive a full starting salary while training at a police academy.

What can you do with Act 235?

The Lethal Weapons Training Act 235 provides certification to privately employed agents to carry a lethal weapon. A lethal weapon is any firearm, device, instrument, material, or any other substance that is capable of bringing about great bodily harm or death.

How do you become a sheriff in PA?

​Job Requirements for Deputy Sheriff

  1. High school diploma or GED.
  2. Two (2) years previous experience in the field of criminal justice/law enforcement or have a valid certification card signifying your successful completion of the Municipal Police Training/Act 120.
  3. Must have valid PA drivers license.

Is the Lackawanna College police academy certified in Pennsylvania?

The Lackawanna College Police Academy is certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) in Harrisburg, Pa., to offer the Municipal Police Basic Training Program at the College’s Scranton Campus and Hazleton Center.

When was Lackawanna College founded?

The College was founded in 1894 and much of the architecture reflects Lackawanna College’s long and distinguished history. Students attending main campus have easy access to a city filled with culture and exciting activities outside the classroom.

Does Lackawanna College offer Act 120 courses?

Graduates of the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Basic Training Program, commonly referred to in-state as the ACT 120 program, use their training modules as course equivalencies for a number of degree requirements. Lackawanna College is the only private college in Northeastern Pennsylvania that provides this combined education.