Law Enforcement Training Academy

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The Glendale Community College Law Enforcement Training Academy is certified by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AzPost). Because it is an extended academy program lasting two semesters, persons appointed to a Reserve Officer position are normally in attendance. The program is a challenging and very demanding curriculum, requiring physical and intellectual stamina. However, the certification attained allows successful participants to enter an exciting and rewarding career. Minimum qualifications to be a peace officer in Arizona are detailed in the AzPOST Rules and Regulations.  (See R13-4-105)

Individuals interested in the program can only register or attend if they have participated in the selection process of a qualified agency and have been appointed to a Reserve Police Officer position or are participating in the open enrollment program. Those interested will need to contact the agency they are interested in and inquire as to how to make application for the position of Reserve Officer or begin the Open Enrollment Process to become qualified.

The Academy meets at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (GRPSTC) which includes state of the art classrooms, firing range, driving track and physical exercise facilities. The center is located at 11550 W. Glendale Ave. (2 miles west of the Loop 101.)

GCC has partnered with the City of Phoenix Police Department to administer a Reserve Officer Academy for them. Information regarding that program may be found here.

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