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    Training

    This section contains information related to initial training for Pennsylvania municipal police officers, in-service training for certified police officers, and related topics.

    Basic Police Officer Training

    This area contains information about Basic Municipal Police Officer training including an overview of the syllabus, physical fitness requirements, information about partial training waivers, and links to Certified Municipal Police Academies.

    In-Service Police Officer Training

    This section contains information about academic in-service training requirements for all certified officers including descriptions of the courses developed by MPOETC each year and a link to the Continuing Law Enforcement Education page.

    Grant Reimbursement

    This page contains information about reimbursement of training costs, including a list of reimbursable classes and application processes.

    Firearms

    This page contains information about annual firearms qualification requirements, recommended courses of fire, and firearms instructor information.

    Use of Force and Control Tactics

    This page contains information about the Departmental Use of Force and Control Tactics training requirements.

    PA State Police Academy Training

    This section contains information about PSP Academy classes that are available for municipal police officers.

    Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)

    An external page that contains information about FLETC classes available for municipal police officers. Search by state (PA) to see courses that are offered locally. Search by course title to find specific courses.