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BASIC POLICE OFFICER

Law enforcement officer certification course

17 weeks, approx. 720 hours

On-site residency mandated

Intensive, paramilitary-like structure

Comprehensive, state accredited curriculum

Hands-on & scenario-based training

College credit & career preparation

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TRAINING ACADEMY

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PROGRAMS OVERVIEW

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PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR ACADEMY

911 dispatch certification course

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3 weeks, approx. 120 hours

On-site residency offered

Comprehensive, state accredited curriculum

Practical exercises & scenario-based training

College credit & career preparation

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CERTIFICATION BY WAIVER

New Mexico lateral or returning law

2 weeks, approx. 80 hours

On-site residency offered

Condensed training format

Targeted skill development

Reinforcement of prior knowledge

Experienced-officer pathway

enforcement officer certification course

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ADVANCED TRAININGS

Professional development courses for

members of Public Safety

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Instructor & high liability course offerings

Hands-on, skill development

Current practices & standards

Practical field application

Expanded specialty trainings

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