Act 120 (Basic) Training

Our comprehensive, 919-hour program prepares you for certification to practice law enforcement within Pennsylvania. This training is mandatory for anyone wishing to become a police officer. It includes both classroom and practical instruction.

Basic training curriculum

MODULE	Hours
Introduction to the Academy	6
Introduction to Law Enforcement in PA	28
Laws and Criminal Procedures	119
Human Relations	17
Vehicle Code Enforcement	64
Patrol Procedures and Operations	105
Crash Investigation	27
Criminal Investigation	53
Drug Law Enforcement	14
Case Presentation	16
Homeland Security	18
Responding to Special Needs	26
Juveniles	8
Operation of Patrol Vehicles	40
Physical and Emotional Readiness	84
Defensive Tactics	66
Firearms	124
Emergency Response Training	40
Handling Arrested Persons	24
Scenarios and Practical Exercises	40