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Police Officer Academy Training
Police Officer Academy Training
at United States Capital Police
Washington, D.C. Catalog
In developing its professional staff, the United States Capitol Police (USCP) empowers individuals to reach their full potential, ensuring professional growth and career opportunities within the Department. Trainees begin their classes and training immediately upon hire, while receiving full pay and are appointed to the rank of Private. Generally, the first week of training will consist of orientation at the Capitol Police Training Academy in Cheltenham, Maryland. Next, trainees typically will participate in 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Georgia.
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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.
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Admissions
Eligibility: To become a U.S. Capitol Police Officer, you must meet these requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Must be 21 years old, but not older than 39 years old at the time of appointment (or 40 years old if the applicant turns 40 in the same month as their initial appointment)
- Have a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Possess a valid U.S., state-issued driver’s license and have a responsible driving history for the past year
- Be registered with the Selective Service System, or exempt from the Selective Service System registration as a female or due to age or military status; those with military service must provide documentation of an honorable discharge
- Complete a full background investigation
- Additional requirements may apply