Qualifications

1. Entry Level Officer

   Take a look at the required qualifications to become an entry-level Officer.

2. Experienced / Lateral Entry Officer

   Find out the qualifications to become an experienced/lateral entry Officer.

3. The Patrol Officer

   When an Abilene Police Cadet successfully completes the training academy, he or she is now ready to begin the 14-week Field Training Officer Program.

4. Testing Process

   Applicants are given a battery of extensive tests.

5. Training

   Persons selected for appointment to the Abilene Police Academy undergo 29 weeks of intensive police training.