{"id":3763,"date":"2021-07-28T15:31:42","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T22:31:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/?page_id=3763"},"modified":"2026-02-27T09:17:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T17:17:35","slug":"the-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/the-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"The Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-left wp-duotone-rgb94211-ccc-1\" style=\"min-height:371px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-4524\" alt=\"Cadets at graduating class ceremony\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1.jpg\" style=\"object-position:50% 36%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 36%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/IMG_0066-scaled-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-css-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\">Welcome to the Academy!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">You have made the decision to join one of the largest and finest correctional agencies in the world.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">The 13-week academy is designed to prepare you to be a successful Correctional Officer in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. This training is a dynamic mixture of immersive reality-based training, lecture, and testing. Successful completion will result in you becoming a Peace Officer for CDCR.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"773\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-1024x773.jpg\" alt=\"Pictures of Cadets exercising at the academy\" class=\"wp-image-15407\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-1024x773.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-768x580.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-1536x1160.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-1-2048x1547.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(180deg,rgb(247,247,247) 0%,rgb(255,255,255) 100%)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">The Academy training includes:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-normal-font-size\">\n<li>PC 832 POST certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical fitness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tactical instruction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firearms\/Chemical agents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon successful completion all cadets report to their assigned institution and begin the 4-week Job Shadowing program. This program includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-normal-font-size\">\n<li><strong>1 week of institution specific training<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Layout of the facility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location of critical areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Job Expectations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3 weeks of job shadowing<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduates will work with a mentor to learn on the job<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All graduates will be partnered with a new mentor every day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"860\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-1024x860.jpg\" alt=\"picture of cadets\" class=\"wp-image-15395\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-1024x860.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-300x252.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-768x645.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-1536x1290.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage-2-1-2048x1720.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-css-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You will also learn <strong>positive communication skills<\/strong> so you can communicate clearly and effectively in a correctional environment. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-css-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">You will learn about current <strong>departmental policies<\/strong> and procedures. <strong>These skills are instrumental in preparing you for future opportunities with the CDCR.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#104913;color:#104913\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Academy Quick Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Basic Correctional Officer Academy (BCOA) is 13 weeks long and is located in Galt, CA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you complete the selection process and accept an institution assignment you will be assigned an academy date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will need to complete all forms provided with your reporting instructions prior to arriving at the academy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have the option of living on-site at no cost or off-site at your own expense. You may leave the grounds from the end of the scheduled duty day on Friday until the start of the scheduled duty hours on Monday. All attending cadets will be provided meals during the academy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each cadet will need to buy required uniforms, equipment\/accessories, athletic gear, and school supplies prior to arrival. The items will cost approximately $2000 to $3000. Once you graduate and report to your institution, you may be eligible to receive an annual uniform allowance of up to $1,000.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Due to the importance of the training, time off is not permitted once training begins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-css-opacity has-background is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#104913;color:#104913\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Cadets receive pay, housing, and meals during the academy.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/pay\/\">pay and benefits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-css-opacity has-background is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#104913;color:#104913\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top is-image-fill-element has-background\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(180deg,rgb(247,247,247) 0%,rgb(255,255,255) 100%);grid-template-columns:47% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Female Cadet\" class=\"wp-image-15099 size-large\" style=\"object-position:53% 32%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/c9Q1A0107-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div style=\"height:134px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/check-list-2.png\" alt=\"Checklist board icon\" style=\"width:115px;height:115px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Get a head start on your academy training.&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn important acronyms in the Department Operations Manual (DOM). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-light-green\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/operations-manual\/\">View the CDCR DOM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:123px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Physical Fitness Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">All cadets are required to pass the Physical Fitness Test at the Academy in 5 minutes and 35 seconds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"2160\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 3840 \/ 2160;\" width=\"3840\" controls poster=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-24-103837.png\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/PFTT-Family-Day-Video-2-1.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p><strong>Cadets who exercise two to three times per week and are in good physical condition generally do well on the PFT.<\/strong>&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not work out regularly, you may need six to twelve weeks, or more, of regular cardio and weight training before taking the PFT. Consult a medical professional before beginning any exercise program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f7f7f7\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2021\/08\/right-arrow-1.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-normal-font-size\"><strong>For help preparing for the PFT, review the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/pft-prep-guide-2\/\"><strong>Cadet Preparation Guide<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice from Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:21px\">The main thing I would tell any cadet coming in on day one is be prepared, and <strong>you\u2019re stronger than you think you are<\/strong>. The Academy will test you and you will test yourself. &#8220;Is this for me?&#8221; I guarantee it is! Work hard and never give up. You will do things you never thought was possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\"><strong>P.S. Study the Cadet Handbook before reporting to the Academy. You will thank me later.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">&#8220;Be Loud and Clear when speaking. Make sure you have all your CDCR documents with you when you report.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">&#8220;The Academy is your safe space. Be okay with making a mistake. Own it, learn from it, and don\u2019t make it again.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1232\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Academy cadets\" class=\"wp-image-15562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-scaled.jpg 1232w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-144x300.jpg 144w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-493x1024.jpg 493w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-768x1596.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-739x1536.jpg 739w, https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2025\/03\/collage4web-academy-985x2048.jpg 985w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1232px) 100vw, 1232px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f7f7f7\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:120px\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cdcr.ca.gov\/por\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/162\/2020\/01\/Star-logo.png\" alt=\"California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Logo\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:43.34%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Apply to be a peace officer today!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:23.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7e5fce0a wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-btn-green\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/jobs.cdcr.ca.gov\/job\/Sacramento-Correctional-Officer-CA-95811\/1306979300\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>Do I fax all the forms?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>The Cadet Handbook answers this question. Please read the handbook in its entirety.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>What date should I put on the forms?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>Date the forms for your reporting date.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>Do I complete the handbook test?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>Yes, the test is to be completed and brought with you to orientation along with a printed copy of the Cadet Handbook.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>What if I will be driving a different vehicle than the one submitted on my forms regarding my on-site vehicle?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>Please ensure you have the information of the vehicle you will be driving. In the event you change vehicles, please provide the new information to Program. Vehicle information needed will be the make, model, color, and license plate number.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>Do I have to reside at the academy?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>If you live more than 30 miles away from the academy, you are required to live on-site during the 13-week academy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<button class=\"accordion-header\" type=\"button\"><strong>Where do I purchase my uniforms?<\/strong><\/button>\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\n\t\n\n<p>The best course of action is to do a Google search of Law Enforcement Uniforms stores near me. 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