well there has to be an easy way to reach into becomeing a cop faster then 2-3 years in college. this does not give you a full and resionable way but its okay at least it gives u and example . but if you guys know an easyr way just post it ..

The Academy courses provide college credits. How do I find out how many. I retired after 20 yrs of service and now am enrolled in school to get a degree.It would be helpfull to know if I could shorten the time it take to finish.

Shelby R- I live in the same area… RCC has an Academy starting in the summer & Fullerton C.C. also has an Academy. You’d have to pay your way through it & it doesn’t necessarily guarantee you a job, but with the economy being what it is, it might be the best way. I was hired by LAPD only to have my class canceled due to budget cuts. You might want to try S.B. county sheriff or L.A. County Sheriffs… Most city P.D. are going through such tight budget cuts right now, they are laying off recruits in the Academy or they have zero idea when they’ll have the finances to start hiring again. CHP (although I’d never want to EVER have that job) is usually always hiring, but their Academy is Sacramento, you have to live there for 6 months & I’ve heard its one of the toughest in the nation. -Best of luck

I really want this job.

I would say no. The reason is that most of the Police Academy is based on situation type learning.

You could read through the Penal Laws and CPL of your state. That would definitely be a plus.

Usually a green card is no issue. Check with the individual state to be sure, but most positions just require citizenship.

i live in corona california and i was wondering what a good close academy would be for me to apply for and how i would go about applying?

Nice article. Thanks for the info. I’m 32 but considering going for it by the end of the year.

Is a permanent resident (green card holder) eligible?

what sort of things do they have you memorize in the academy? is there any way i can get ahold of notes or somthing to get some of the studing done with now?