Police Academy
Intro
Police Academy provides students the opportunity to obtain a Bridgerland Technical College certificate. Highly skilled and trained professional members of law enforcement teach learning concepts and hands-on skills that allow academy cadets to meet the future needs of the Utah citizens and communities they will serve. Cadets are provided the instruction necessary to serve as special function officers, corrections officers, and law enforcement officers. This program supports the Bridgerland Technical College's mission to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and hands-on technical education to the Bear River region.
Most major law enforcement departments require completion before consideration for employment.
Special Function/Basic Correction Officer (1st Block): The training provides an excellent foot-in-the-door approach to a law enforcement career. Areas of study include legal subjects, patrol and criminal investigation procedures, arrest control techniques, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/First Aid. Successful completion qualifies students to apply to work as a correctional officer in any county jail or state prison facility and becomes qualified to enter the Law Enforcement Officer training portion of the academy.
Law Enforcement Officer (2nd Block): In addition to enforcing laws, police officers are primarily responsible for protecting lives and property. Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to respond to calls, conduct traffic stops, issue citations, arrest suspects, investigate domestic issues, write detailed reports, patrol, give first aid to accident victims, and more. Highly qualified instructors provide professional experiences that bring the topics to life – taking students from the traditional classroom and providing real-world, hands-on training.
Most major law enforcement departments require the completion of this training before consideration for employment. Some local agencies may reimburse some or all training costs. Enrollment is limited to those individuals who have successfully completed the Special Function Officer Training.
Objectives
- Identify and demonstrate key ethical standards in law enforcement.
- Demonstrate appropriate physical fitness.
- Apply concepts of Utah law to practical situations.
- Create professional reports from citizen contacts.
- Perform basic defensive tactics and arrest skills.
- Identify persons in crisis and apply de-escalation techniques.
Courses / Syllabi
Syllabi
Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students. To see the course syllabi for the Police Academy Department, click the link below.
Syllabi for Police Academy Department Courses
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Program Courses
How to Apply
About Your Program
This program is defined entry, defined exit, and runs once a year in January. Registration is first come, first served. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here >>
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Admissions
Complete the admissions form below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent (e.g. GED).
Fill out the Logan Campus Admissions Form here >>
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
Must be a citizen of the United States
Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of certification as a Special Function Officer
Have evidence of a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent
Take the National Peace Officer Standards and Training (NPOST) exam consisting of math, reading, grammar and report writing. For an appointment, call the Bridgerland Technical College Assessment Center at 435-750-3188. Test scores are good indefinitely.
Submit the completed application via the POST Applicant Portal on or before the application deadline of November 15 at 3 p.m.
Assessment: (NPOST) Basic reading, basic math, grammar, and writing. Call (435) 750-3188 to schedule an appointment. A $40 assessment fee will apply. A study guide may be obtained from the Bridgerland Technical College Bookstore or accessed online here.
Applications are due no later than November 15.
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Enrollment/Registration
Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.
The first month's payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!
Once the student has taken the assessment, he/she can meet with the Police Academy Director for an advisement interview, if interested.
Financial Aid
FAFSA - PELL GRANT
Checklist
Social Security Number OR Your Alien Registration number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)
Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
Apply for FAFSA at FAFSA.gov and BTECH school code: 014257.
BTECH receives student FAFSA records.
Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa Account.
The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.
Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.
Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
Pell Grant is disbursed.
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Scholarships
Checklist
I have my Student ID
Letter of Recommendation
I have a personal history/career objective
I have my high school transcript
The Process
Apply for scholarships at https://btech.edu/scholarships (soft deadline (5th of each month).
BTECH emails a link to schedule a Scholarship Interview.
Interview with the Scholarship Committee (generally 3rd Tuesday of each month).
BTECH evaluates the interview rubric and available funds.
Notified of award results within 4 weeks.
The student will receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
BTECH disburses scholarships.
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Veterans
Complete the Veterans checklist.
Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.
If you have any questions please make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here.
| Tuition and Fees |
Estimated Equalized Payment |
|---|---|
| $3,085 | $309 |
| this is an estimate | based on |
| Course fees may vary | part-time enrollment |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Estimated Books & Supplies |
Pell Eligible |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | Yes |
| High School | Adult Students: |
|---|---|
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Not Available |
Mon - Thur |
| ____________ | ____________ |
| Hours Per Week |
Certificate Duration |
| 16 | 24 credits 10 months |
*Special Function/Basic Correction Officer (First Block): Begins in January
Law Enforcement (Second Block): Begins in July
To certify with Peace Officer Standards Training (POST), students must:
- Pass all written exams at 80% or higher,
- Pass physical skills such as Defensive Tactics and Firearms at 80% or higher;
- Pass the physical fitness standards as designated by POST (different for each block of training);
- Must maintain acceptable attendance (not miss more than 40 hours of the program); and,
- Maintain high level of moral character.
Logan Campus
1410 North 1000 West,
Logan, UT 84321
| Living | Miscellaneous personal |
|---|---|
| $8,478 | $2,430 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Transportation | Dependent care |
| $1,683 | $378 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Disability-related | Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $117 | $0 |
Outcome Data
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education
Completion: 83%
Job Placement: 93%
Licensure: 100%
Certification required - Peace Officer Standards Training / Utah Department of Public Safety
Withdrawal: 17%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Employment Outlook
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Find out the employment trends in this career here.
For additional information on occupational profile, please click here.
Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 
Hours of Operation
Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780
Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Campuses
Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321
Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302