Police Academy 

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The  720  hour Basic Academy curriculum is designed to provide recruit officers with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for safe, proper and effective law enforcement service.  Instructional blocks include: Criminal Law and Procedures; Traffic Enforcement; Cultural Awareness; Communication Skills; EVOC; Firearms; Crisis Intervention; Patrol Procedures; Criminal Investigation and Defensive Tactics. Please view the specifics on the Fitness Ability Test. 

The completion of the Police Academy is required for all fully commissioned officers in the State of Washington.