Our basic course for police officers, approved by the New Jersey Police Training Commission, is designed specifically for newly appointed police officers. It includes the prescribed course of study a police officer must complete as a condition for permanent appointment. Law Enforcement agencies will be mailed a complete application package upon request. The completed packet is due 21 days prior to the start of the class.

Individuals cannot register for this class. You must be registered by a police department.

Required Units of Study

• Professional Development
• Criminal Justice System
• Police Community Relations
• Criminal Law
• Legal Requirements of Arrest, Search, Seizure
• Evidence
• Use of Force
• Communications
• Vehicle Operations
• Emergency Medical Care
• Weaponry
• Unarmed Defense
• Patrol Concepts
• Traffic
• Criminal Investigation
• Physical Training
• Agency Training

Announcements

The Basic Course for Police Officers is scheduled to begin tentatively Thursday, May 14, 2026. 

 Contact:

Melinda Prior
Police Class Coordinator
(973) 595-6411 ext. 2
Email