• Louisiana State Police Cadet Training

    at Louisiana State Police Training Academy

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    About

    The Louisiana State Police Training Academy has developed an extensive training program in which the cadet is trained and educated to become self-disciplined, vocationally competent, mentally mature, physically sound, emotionally stable, and a leader in the community. Cadets participate in a demanding course of study involving classroom work, independent assignments, and practical "hands-on" training.

    Takes

    7 Months

    Costs

    Free

    Leads to

    $65.8k careers

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    Example Career

    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

    Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Includes police officers working at educational institutions.

    Government & Public Administration
    Law, Safety, & Security

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    Hourly Wage

    $40,560

    $65,790

    $104,100

    $19.5

    $31.63

    $50.05

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    What skills and credentials will I gain?

    Cadets undergo an intensive physical training regimen throughout the duration of the academy and are prepared to perform the duties of a Louisiana State Trooper upon graduation from the academy.

    Louisiana State Police Cadet Training at Louisiana State Police Training Academy

    Admissions

       Proof of identity (state ID or driver's license)
       High school diploma or equivalency
       No felony conviction
       Authorized to work in the U.S.
       Background check
       Drug testing
       Acceptance exam
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    Congratulations on finding a program you're interested in! The first step is to follow the link to the program's application page. We'd recommend reaching out to Louisiana State Police Training Academy via their webform to answer any of your questions before enrolling. Good luck!

    Contact

    Who do I contact?

    Call: (225) 925-6121

    Website

    Louisiana State Police Training Academy

    7901 Independence Blvd.
    Baton Rouge 70806