Police Academics: Which College Gives Most Credit for Police Academy Certification?

Hi everyone, quick ask. I've just recently graduated from the police academy and am thinking about furthering my education. I want to make the most out of my certification. Are there any colleges that give a lot of college credit for police academy certification?

Many colleges offer credit for police academy training as part of their degree completion or criminal justice programs. These programs help law enforcement officers like you turn their academy education and field experience into academic credit, which can then be applied towards a degree.

For instance, some institutions, such as Excelsior College and Thomas Edison State University, have partnerships with certain police academies that allow you to use your police training as credit towards a Criminal Justice degree.

Also, the American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT) has conducted reviews of many police and corrections academies. Schools that recognize ACE recommendations might provide academic credit for them.

However, bear in mind that the number of credits you can earn varies by institution and often depends on how your academy training aligns with the curriculum of the program you're pursuing. I'd recommend contacting the admissions departments of the colleges you're considering to see how your police academy training might translate to college credit.

Remember to keep a record of your training materials including course descriptions and syllabi, as colleges may request this during the credit evaluation process. Good luck with your educational journey!