Just subscribed. Gotta love the LAPD. They're one of the best and most iconic departments out there. Hoping to get into my local department's cadet program so I can become an officer next year after finishing my bachelor's degree. COVID-19 cannot end fast enough for me. So stoked to pursue a career in law enforcement!
Hi I like your videos, very informative. Although my academy time was long ago I still have great memories. The PT staff back then was a different animal, a lot meaner and more tough, through the years it has been scaled down a lot. I've had a great career with the LAPD and did lots of fun things. CLASS 2-81
Howdy Officer 1118. New subscriber here. I really enjoy listening to your detailed narration of what life in the Los Angeles Police Academy was like for you. Your videos are absolutely fascinating. That is because you are a fascinating man. Plus you are very handsome. I look forward to seeing more videos from you in the future.
Thanks for these very helpful tips! I highly appreciate these videos you’re making. I’m currently in the hiring process so all of this is coming in pretty handy! I was wondering if you can possibly be my mentor throughout this whole hiring process and maybe even also once I’m hopefully in the academy!!? Thank you once again in advance!
During the application process, they will be assigning a mentor to you Mr. Rosas so don't worry. You can also contact me if you have any questions and I'll try my best to give you information based on my personal experience. Thanks again!
Hello Miss Ashley! I deeply apologize. I accidentally deleted your comment but here's the answer and Mr. Pineapple is correct. You need to be 21 (or 20 but 21 before graduating from the academy) to join CAPs. When I said "18" I was exaggerating on "the younger, the more demands physically" and I should have said 21 and not 18. Thanks for the comment Miss Ashley, Mr. Pineapple!
Hello Mr. @Austin Knowles . It has been a while since my interview and if I remember it correctly, other than ID cards we were not asked to bring anything else because all of the documents were submitted beforehand (Birth Certificate, Diplomas, Social Security card, etc.). I'm sure they would give you instructions. One tip on the interview Mr. Knowles, shave your head and be super polite!
Hello Sir, I appreciate the videos that you have posted, as they have displayed a lot of great useful information. I had a question that I’m hoping you could possibly answer, and that question is what’s the next step after passing everything?
Hello Mr. Lopez, thank you for the question Sir! After passing everything, you will receive a letter stating when your first day of training will be. You will also be notified of the date of your orientation day which is about a week before training.
Thanks for videos. Did you know any officer recruits in the academy that was in military reserve or national guard? What was their experience balancing the academy while still committing to their military duty?
Thank you for this question Mr. Delarosa. I know that some of my fellow Recruit Officers were formerly active members of the military, however, I don't recall anyone who were in the reserves. I also know that the LAPD, being a big city police department is reservist friendly. I have heard that it is more challenging to be in the reserves when you are in smaller departments due to lack of personnel in contrast to big departments like the LAPD or the NYPD. I wish I have more information for you but I hope this helps Sir.
Sir, first off I just want to say that your videos have been very helpful throughout my process. I start the academy in a couple weeks. As far as living expenses how should I prepare for this in LA in your opinion? When would I receive my first paycheck as a recruit?
Hello Mr. Lowe. Congratulations! I am very happy for you! You should have some form of financial reserve (Meals, gas, etc.) just to get by on the next 2-3 weeks which is when you'll get your first paycheck. In the meantime: Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier. Good luck and welcome to the LAPD Family!
Hello Miss Velasquez! Thanks for this Excellent question Ma'am! Before graduation, you will be asked for three assignment preferences but in the end they actually assign you depending on the openings with consideration to your place of residence. The reason is that they don't want you to drive too far from home but they also don't want you to be overly familiar with the community you serve. Before graduation you will get two long sleeved Type A uniforms, this is what you will be wearing for Badge Day, Graduation Day and of course during your watch. After this, you need to purchase a couple more because they do wear away pretty fast out there. I hope the above answers your questions Madam and thanks again!
Hello sir. I really have enjoyed watching your videos. I plan on joining LAPD once I graduate high school or university if I decide to do it. After graduating LAPD academy, how long was the wait until you started patrolling the streets?
Hello Cole. Thanks, this is actually a very good question. We graduated on a Friday, the beginning of our watch was Monday. I know that of some of my Fellow Recruit Officers began their watch the next day after graduation.
Hey I have a question about getting the location you want after the academy and how are the places ranked. I want to pick south but I'm not sure how it would work. I'm finishing my Phs and I'm coming in with a post basic academy certificate so I believe it's just a matter of time when I'm on the streets working.
Hello Mr. Sevilla. What I know or what I experienced could be different from what you will experience in the future Sir but very few of us got in any of our "wish list" divisions/stations. They will put you where they need you so to speak. The good news is that it won't be far from your residence address on record because they don't want you to have a long commute to and from work but they also want you to be far enough so that you're not a too familiar face in the community. I hope this helps Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for your time. You have been a big help and I appreciate that. GOD willing I'll be out there soon and getting some work done. Be safe and take care.
Hey there sir first and foremost thank you for the crucial and valuable information that you are giving us. My question is how often did you guys run in a weekly basis? Was it everyday, every other day? If so how long on an average. Thank you in advance sir.
Hello Mr. Nunez. Thanks for the question! We usually run 2-3 times a week but this could be more if your class tends to underperform (Physically or mentally). Your distance will gradually increase over time but they will start you off at about 1-2 miles. You will run inside the academy track, stairs and out on the streets as well. While running, they will test you a lot on Mission Statements, LAPD Policies, Directions (North, South, East, West of the streets you're on), etc. in the beginning. Towards the latter half of training, the testings will be replaced with cadences. Distance-wise, it may depend on what is planned for the day. Sometimes we run shorter distances if there'll be a lot of activities planned for the day. I hope this answers your question Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you sir for the response. I'll be having some other questions along the way as I am currently in the process. Thank you for taking the time and helping us out, really appreciate it.
Thank you So much for the helpful videos and tips, I just wanted to ask if you need to have a bachelors degree in criminal justice to be promoted to an LAPD detective or can you have a bachelors degree in business administration and still become a detective.
Hello Mr. Alexander and thank you for your question Sir. A degree in justice isn't really necessary to become an LAPD Detective. Although a Criminology Degree helps, some Detectives have degrees in Public Administration or Business.
While training for the pfq i tore my rotator, I have passed the DI but still need to take medical and pfq. Will this disqualify me? I am currently going to Physical therapy for it. How will it affect me in the academy? Also what is the pass rate for recruits in the academy? Thank you.
Thank you for the question Mr. Bhaurla. My suggestion is to delay application until you are physically ready. It's not the fact that you're undergoing therapy, it's just that you may get hurt more doing physical activities or the fact that you may not be able to perform at 110%... having said that I would also recommend you discuss the situation with your recruiting agent or mentor. Everybody in our class of 50+ passed except for one. Now that's passing the academy. Passing the probation is a different story, that's the acid test for police officers.
Thanks for your videos. The information is very helpful. I was wondering how long before the Academy do you get notified of selection. I'm an out of town candidate and have completed all the application steps. We're told not to quit our current jobs until we receive notification of selection to the Academy. Will I have enough time to give two weeks notice as a courtesy to my current job, and move to LA and find a place to live? Thanks again.
Hello Mr. Marten! Congratulations! At this point you can see the light at the end of the tunnel! The length of wait prior to notification and receipt of that letter telling you which day is Blackline (First day of academy training) and Orientation Day for you varies on many things including number of available spots in a class that's being organized, your documents, the result of your interview, etc. Based on my experience and the experience of my fellow Recruit Officers, this takes about 2 weeks to 2 months. I'm almost sure that you will be able to give your employer that two week notice. My advise Mr. Marten, you already know, don't quit your job. Thanks for the question and be safe!
Question- hope this reaches you in time. Hope all is well, How steep are the hills when you run during the duration of the academy? I’m not really good at running. But I can do the 6 miles with out Stopping average pace of 9-10min. Will they expect you to be able to run six miles when you get there? I start the academy soon. Only thing I’m worried about is that. Since I’m out of state and hardly any hills where I live.
Hello, I'm just finishing up my psych test and was told I should be in very early next year. I was wondering if you could share how the scheduling for shifts worked after academy graduation? Are you allowed access to overtime during probation and if so is it more of a necessity only or can you ask for more shifts? Are you allowed a choice of 4/10 or 3/12 or is it chosen for you? Is it true after probation they will transfer you away from the division and even the bureau?
Hello Mr. MilkMan! Thanks for the question Sir! Part of my academy time was during winter as well and I remember hearing our teeth chatter in the cold air during outdoor formation! Yes, you will definitely have overtime during probation and it's not because of "accessibility" but more because of "necessity." Have you seen the 2012 movie "End of Watch?" In this movie, Jake Gyllenhaal, one of the seasoned LAPD officers said that the paperwork is like the blood flow of the station. I can tell you from experience that I would have about 2-3 hours of overtime after my shift solely due to paperwork. You being transferred to another assignment after probation again is because of necessity and not because you passed probation. Definitely 4/10.
Mr. Milkman thank you for the follow-up question. It is always best (and exciting) to do a ride-along as long as they allow you. The Station Commander needs to approve this however. The best station to do this? In my opinion is the station closest to your home! Good Luck!
Hello sir. Just a qs. Usually during the BI. Does the BI reach out to you when she/he submit it packed for the reviews ? Or do you reach out to them to see any updated ? Thank you
Hello Mr. Tran. They will update you and contact you if they need to clarify something. You don't contact the Background Investigator directly. I never even met my background investigator Mr. Tran. I hope this answers your question Sir. Thank you.
@@Vinhtran-zn2kb . The longest part of the process is usually the background investigation. If you had many employers and moved around a lot as in changed residences every year or so, then it will take longer to process you. My BI was very short, probably just a month or so if I estimated it right. I hope this helps. Thanks again Sir.
Hello. Thanks for the question YesNo. The answer is YES. When they conduct your Background Investigation (BI). Not only will your past participation in the LAPD Cadet Program show up... everything about you will show up... school performance, previous employment, even what your neighbors think of you! Good Luck!
Yes Mr. Rivas, you will receive a schedule of what you will be going through in the academy per week or two in advance. Sometimes you even get informed of how the month looks like ahead of you. The academy is very organized and wants you to be ready for everything. You will have Class Leaders assigned who are in direct communication with the Drill Instructor and the personnel assigned to create your training schedule. This information will trickle from the higher ups to the last element of your squad. There are times when the dissemination of information gets delayed for a couple of reasons but eventually the info gets relayed to everyone not just with schedule but with other issues as well like uniform and gear. Not so much for running because that's pretty standard and accepted but for class schedules and training activities like baton strikes, scenarios, etc.
Hello Mr. Cris. Since we crisscross around the ARTC neighborhood, it's not easy to say, however if I will estimate it, I'll say a good 1-3 miles. The distance of the run depends on a couple of things, the slowest runner in your class and how much time is dedicated for the run with consideration to what's planned for the rest of the day. The cool part: Shops (Squad Cars) would close down intersections as we approach so we just breeze through them. The not cool part: Some civilians/bystanders would yell "not so nice" things when you pass their neighborhoods.
I am so heat broken when I did everything, pass every test, nailed my board interview BUT I failed the Ishihara test. I did however got confused on the instructions on how to perform the Farnsworth test. I am gonna appeal tho. Any idea where to go from here? Want your advice. I am also applying to LASD.
Hello Mr. Noel. Yes, a lot of Jiu-Jitsu. No one got injured in my class, mostly just little bruises and what not. Nothing out of the usual for martial arts and defense classes.
Hello Miss Velasquez, thank you so much for this excellent question! You need to have passed the written exam (Essays) before being allowed to join CAPs.
Hello Mr. Rivas Sir. Thanks for the question. I hate to say this Sir but the time that you know you passed polygraph and medical greatly varies and takes about 1-3 weeks sometimes more depending on the workload of recruitment processing. The best indicator that you're doing okay is when you're instructed to proceed to the next step. Academy classes start every 28 days from what I know. I hope this helps...
Hello officer, is there any books or things I need to study to get ahead or be more prepared when entering the academy? And are the exams hard ? Thank you
Hello Mr. Noel. when I was preparing for the academy, I bought 2-3 books that I thought would help me prepare. Yes, they did, somewhat... some information could be overwhelming though and unnecessary so I could not recommend that approach. What I think is better, again in my humble opinion is for you to know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier. I hope this answers your question and thank you very much!!! Are the exams hard? Let me put it this way Mr. Noel. If you really want this job and you have the determination etched in mind, you will pass. I have an Associate's Degree, a Bachelor's Degree and a Masters degree... but I definitely wasn't the brightest star in the sky. I simply worked hard for it, I wanted it and I set my sights to it... and if I can do it, you can do it! Good luck!
Unfortunately not yet Mr. Rivas and I know how exciting this could be, but see, they have to put everything together. The good news is that, after the interview, you're pretty close to the finish line of the application process : )
Mr. Rivas, the LAPD considers "healthy" BMI between 18-24.9 and 22% body fat if I'm not mistaken. I don't think you should worry about this. Besides, this isn't the only thing they look at, they look at many other factors in considering your application.
Hi Jayden! Thanks for the question. They have changed the Personal Qualification Essay (PQE) to an online Multiple Choice Exam effective June 1, 2020. "The Multiple Choice (MC) Test is an 80-item test that evaluates your ability to read and write. There are four sections on the test: Clarity, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, and Vocabulary. If you pass the MC, your score does not expire. If you fail, you may retake the MC after three months." I believe this is a temporary change due to the Corona Virus distancing rule but then again they might make it permanent, we'll see. Thanks for the question!
Thank you so much for your videos! I am currently in the process and I have a couple of questions. Once I pass everything, does the agency email me my start date? If I cannot make it to that start date, is there a way I can defer and join another class at a later date? I am out of state. I had bought tickets and cruise rooms for my trip in July 2023 but I will be back August 22, 2023, I talked to my mentor and she advised me that there is a start date on August 28.
The good news is that the Department is flexible on dates (BEFORE you start training), there are classes beginning every month and I'm sure they will work with you but you need to communicate this with them ASAP!
Thank you so much sir! A day after I asked that question, a BI reached out and I forgot to disregard the question.. thank you so much for your help. One more question, during the proper spray (OC spray), how does that work? I wear contact lenses and cannot see without them and I know there are obstacle courses I have to go through..
I’m not a pot head, but I did smoke weed about two puffs just to see what the all fuzz was all about, it taste like crap to me and never again will I sample it. This was about a year ago, do you know if this will disqualify me from even being consider if I apply today ? Or how long should I wait before I apply ? Thank you in advance 👍
Hello Sir. The most important thing is to be honest during your recruitment process. I doubt that a couple of puffs of weed due to curiosity or peer pressure is immediate grounds for disqualification. I would however, caution you from not disclosing this during the process. If I were in your shoes, I would definitely still go for it. Good luck!
Hey Officer 1118. I just took my psych with LAPD. Is it a guaranteed hire if you pass the psych or do you still need to get selected after the psych? Thank you so much!
Congratulations Mr. Gatorate! I wish it was a guaranteed "in" but unfortunately there simply are no guarantees. However, you are one more step closer to the doors of the academy! Hang in there, won't take long now...
Hello officer when you complete step 5 of the medical evaluation and they start step 6 field investigation, can you move on to step 7 psycological evaluation while they do your step 6 field investigation?
Mr. Rivas thanks for the question. I am not quite sure to be honest. What I remember in mine is that they completed my BI first before the psych and I noticed that some of the psych questions that are asked of me are a direct result and in correlation with my BI. HOWEVER... I heard that sometimes they do the psych together or close to the medical eval followed by the BI... I hope this helps. Thanks again!
I got an email from the Personnel department confirming the current hiring pause for LAPD. Have you heard any rumors about how long that's going to last? Some people are saying that there probably won't be an academy until July. What do you think?
The PFQ consists of four events: 1) Maximum sit-ups in one minute. 2) 300-meter sprint. 3) Maximum push-ups in one minute, and. 4) 1.5 mile-run. This is the same physical fitness test that academy recruits take the third day of the police academy.
Marine here, looking to join in a little over a year. When you say maximum what exactly does that mean. For example our PFT(physical fitness test) 3 mile run in under 27 minutes being the lowest. And around 17 I believe being the highest score. Minimum of like 6 pull ups and maximum of 23. Minimum of like 60 crunches. Maximum of 116. I know when you say maximum you dont honestly mean the max that said recruit could do and theyll score 100% on that subject.
Hello Mr. Hernandez. Before anything, God bless and thank you for your service! This is an excellent question Sir! Here's a link that gives you good information regarding your question: www.joinlapd.com/events-prep/step-3-physical-fitness-qualifier-continuous-physical-prep-pfq Basically, what they mean by "maximum" is just that, the maximum number you can perform in the designated time limit or the shortest time for a prescribed distance. For example: For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more. I hope I answered your question to your satisfaction Sir and thanks again!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you for your quick and detailed response. Makes it a little more clear now. Another question if you dont mind, is there anywhere where I can see when there will be academys in a year or so? I also get out the military late 2021 , when should I apply for the academy ?
Mr. @@D.c5-, LAPD Academy training starts every 28 days Sir. It took me about 6-8 months from time of application to CAPs to actual first day in the academy. Sometimes even longer for other candidates whose background investigation took some time to complete. Since you're in the Corps, my suggestion for you is to look into the "Expedited Selection Process" I believe this could cut down the time to 4 months hopefully less. Here's the link to the Join LAPD Website under Expedited Process and good luck Sir: www.joinlapd.com/expedited-testing
Hi Officer1118, I have a quick question. I am starting college this fall and I am considering majoring in criminal justice. I was wondering if this is a smart decision or should I major in something else like business?
Hello Mr. Gilskey. Thank you for the question Sir. Knowing I wanted to be a cop back in High School, I asked this same question. That was seven years ago when I was a senior. So what I did was talk to several law enforcement officers... LAPD, CHP, the Sheriff's Department, etc. I spoke to I think 6 people who don't really know each other. To my surprise Mr. Gilskey, ALL of them said "Major in Business"... remember these people do not know each other! My follow up question was... "Wait, aren't you suppose to tell me to study something about the law, criminal justice, maybe public safety or something to that effect?"... and all of their responses were somewhere in the lines of... "You will learn this in the academy"... and they further said "Law enforcement bodies, police stations, divisions, they thirst for people who have a degree in business because these departments are run like a business entity. They need more managers." It didn't make sense to me during that time but I followed their advise. I now have a BS Business and an MBA. When I was in the academy, most of the veteran officers I know are either studying business or have graduated with a some kind of business degree. Now this is my personal opinion. Having said that, at the end of the day Mr. Gilskey, this is your life, your future... you have to make the decision for what you think is best for you. Good luck Sir.
You're welcome Mr. @@brylergilskey5617 ... one quick "personal" thought Sir: A Criminal Justice degree can only be applied in a law enforcement or law related profession. A Business degree opens more windows for an individual in my humble opinion, you can apply it in any field of life: Healthcare, Commerce, Media, Entrepreneurship, etc. If law enforcement doesn't work for any reason, you still have a business degree you can take anywhere in the world! Having said that, this is a decision you have to make for yourself...
Mr. Lopez it is best to score more than 50. As long as you score above 50 on the PFQ you're good. I can't give you a good benchmark because the academy will factor in age, height and percentage of body fat into your score.
how did you make your PHS accurate? i feel like i can’t remember every encounter i’ve ever had with law enforcement they’d want to know off the top of my head.
Hello Japonte. Thanks for the question. They want you to be as accurate as possible with your PHS but they do not demand perfection. The most important thing is this: Don't Lie. They already know you before the interview. Good Luck!
Hello Mr. Alexis. Thanks for the question and let me answer this with what I remember. We ran about 2-3 miles almost everyday but sometimes we ran less. It just depends on what's in store for the day. Our pace is about 10-12 mins per mile. They always say Rabbits to the front, turtles to the back because not everybody runs at the same pace but we try. I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank your for your response sir also can you please give me some tips on the department interview I’m in the process right now for Lapd and I’m on that step right now.
@@Alexis12.18 As for the interview… there will be three people sitting in front of you. They will ask questions like "Do you believe you can take a life? Can you recall a time where you were the first person to act in an emergency situation?" Have you ever had a time when you disagreed with a co-worker? If so what happened?" Questions of this nature. They may even give you a scenario and ask you what you would do in specific situations. Be ready to explain yourself and justify your actions. The questions are different for everyone. Try your best not to go back on your previous answers in an attempt to change it. If you keep stumbling with your answers you'll probably crumble when you have to explain yourself in court. Overall the interviewers want to ask you questions just to get a basic idea of who you are and where your morals stand. Dress properly! Be respectful, be smart, pay attention! Most of all, never lie, never hide anything from your past... they already know who you are.
So you having a masters degree, how hard was the academy for you academically? I know it is important to study ,however if you pay attention in class and retain the information would that be enough to pass the test? or they do not cover all the test materials and you are forced to study
Hello Mr. Escalante. Thanks for the question Sir. I personally do not think any Bachelor's or Master's Degree out there could 100% prep you for the academy's theoretical instructions. I definitely was not the brightest star in my class Sir. I had to pick up my books, my binders and my handouts just like everybody else. I wish I could say that listening is enough but paying attention does help! However on top of that there are still a couple of things you had to memorize and analyze. I remember on our Orientation Day, one week before training started, our DI told the family members in the room "If your son/daughter/husband or wife goes home and he/she is not studying, there's something wrong!" I hope this answers your question Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you it does. I need to drop weight and I will soon apply. I'm ex military but been out of school for awhile. I hope I do not have too much trouble. Spelling is also a weakness of mine.
Mr. @@eduardoescalante1437 thank you for your service! Spelling weakness? You're not alone Sir but these things could be improved of course. I'm sure you'll do well. A lot of my fellow Recruit Officers who were in the military did outstanding in the academy. Good luck Sir!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thanks. video that you provide me is very resouceful and helpful. I have one more question. How did you prepare for PQE Test? (Thanks for your time and answer.)
@@lukean3551 Regarding the PQE, pay attention to your grammar and sentence structure. Think of the best answers you can give to questions like why you want to join the LAPD, how you reacted in emergency situations, how you work under stressful situations and the like. Also, pay attention to little instructions like "sit on the third chair of the second table to your left"... this may sound innocent instructions but they are nonetheless, part of the test! I am telling you this from my personal experience, you may encounter something different but this is a good start. They want to get an idea of who you are, how you structure your sentence and paragraphs, they want to peek into your moral values and they want to see if you are able to write proper police reports in the future! Don't try to impress them by using big words! That's a fatal mistake! If you spell these big words wrong or use it in error, it won't make you look smart. They like people to use simple words because they want officers to be able to submit reports that everyone in court would understand, especially the jury! Also, make sure you answer all the questions in their entirety otherwise, they'll just disregard your response. This is very important in police reports.
Hello officer 1118 When in the academy, if you don’t pass a test is that it? If you do get another chance let’s say you missed 1 portion out of 5 do you only redo that portion or the entire test again? Thank you hope all is well with you.
Hello Mr. Ramirez. Thanks for the question. They give you chances within reason. They even allow you to attend review classes before a test you have to take again. They are very fair about this.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you very much for answering my question, I have one more. So let’s say that the test is 4 different topics and you miss on 1 of the 4 do you have to redo it all or just that 1 topic you missed?
Thank you for this question Miss Palafox. Section 605.22 of the LAPD Manual, Uniformed Officers Hair Standards states: "Uniformed Female Employees. Female employees shall arrange their hair so it does not extend below the bottom edge of the shirt collar. It shall not interfere with the employee's vision and shall not be arranged in a way that would be advantageous for a suspect to grab, such as in a ponytail. Sworn female employees shall ensure that their hair does not interfere with the proper wearing of the uniform hat or the prompt and proper placement of protective head and/or face gear. Uniformed females who are not field certified shall maintain their hair so as to present a neat appearance consistent with the type of duty performed." I hope this helps Madam. Good luck!
Hello Mr. Noel. Yes, they actually do. They also tell you that if something happens to you, it will be that photo of you that will be released to the press.
Hello, is there an LAPD handbook that we should purchase? In order to prepare for the academy? I believe my fiance is starting August 30th. I think its the next one.
There are a lot of books out there but none of them really prepares a candidate for what is at hand. Having said that, my suggestion is this: Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier. Good Luck!
Hello Jay Bb. Thanks for the question. I wish I have a specific answer for you. This is the part where it varies greatly depending on availability of staff, resources , number of Recruit Officers per class, etc. what I could tell you is that it's a matter of a few weeks to a couple of months. I hope this helps. Thanks again!
I'm not sure I got the question @@jaybb4175 but let me try. I don't think your results expire, nor you get "certified" after passing the tests and I'm assuming you are referring to the PFQ, medical, essay, vision tests, etc. Once you pass these tests and you get the letter for the Family Orientation Day and the Black Line, you better have a good excuse why you cannot attend those days. Most recruits who worked hard on getting in are more than ready and pretty excited to start. If you miss the start of the academy training they might move you to a class or two after. Beyond that is very risky and they "might" ask for new medicals. I hope this helps.
Thank you so much for the question! A few sets of Black suits, running shoes, a couple of pairs of boots, several pairs of white socks, black socks, ties, gears, a couple of tactical bags, etc., etc., etc.... my initial cost was very close to if not a little more than a $1,000. During Orientation Day, which is a week before academy training starts and the day they take your measurements for your Smurfs and give you some stuff already, I heard several of my fellow Recruit Officers say something in the line of "Gee, I guess it's not cheap to become a cop." Remember my initial cost of $1,000? It doesn't stop there! Later on you'll realize you need more stuff! I had to buy a couple more Smurfs because mine faded after a few weeks and I got in trouble for it. I had to buy another pair of boots because sometimes I don't have time to shine so I needed one ready all the time, laundry was difficult that it's better to buy several sets of black suits and just wash all of them on weekends. After graduation I had to buy more gear and a back up gun (BUG)... and more stuff for my off-duty carry! It all adds up. From your Orientation Day to your first watch, don't be surprised that you spent anywhere from $2,000 - $3,000! Now here's the thing, don't think of these as "expenses" think of them as "investments" rather. Investments in safety, investments in convenience/comfort and of course investments in performing a good job! It's not a huge amount from your pocket right away, all these are gradual except for the initial cost... and don't forget, you start getting paid on the first day of training! I hope this helps and Good luck!
Hello. This is a difficult question to answer because it's different for everyone. They look at so many things, they factor in so many things in a candidate. I have had fellow Recruit Officers who were in the military and who had bachelor's degrees. One personal thought though, I know for a fact that the LAPD loves the maturity and discipline of candidates who were in the military... but even that is not a guarantee of making it through probation. Some make it through probation, some don't.
Hello Mr. Joe Mamma. Thanks for the questions. There is privacy when you take showers (Stalls, Curtains) but there's not a lot of shower heads so that there's always a line and that line takes up time from your 30-minute break. If you miss a training day, you need to have a very good reason for it (Sick, wife having a baby, funeral, etc.) and you need to prove your reason for being absent (Name of doctor, which hospital, etc.). However, they do make arrangements so that you can make up for it. For example (This happened to one of my fellow Recruit Officers), if you missed PFQ, they will let you join another class' PFQ later on. I hope this helps and thanks again Sir.
Officer 1118 thanks so much man and also sorry to bother again but how do you join gang unit or K-9 unit , is that something assigned to you or you choose. Thanks man
Hello again Mr. @@SirCaps-pz4st . It takes about 2-3 years or more of regular street patrol before you get the "privilege" of choosing a unit if there are spots available within the division. Some get transferred, re-assigned or adopted to units depending on demand and performance.
Mr. Velasquez if I remember it correctly when I was in probation I would take home about $1,600-1,800 every two weeks excluding overtime pay. I'm guessing about $30-35 per hour perhaps. I hope this helps...
Thank you Mr. Smith. The CAPs is designed to help you prep for the PFQ. If you can't attend CAPs because you're from out of town, make sure you do these regularly and create your own personal log: The PFQ test is usually push-ups, sit-ups and a 1.5 mile run For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more. GOOD LUCK!
Hello Miss Christy. Thanks for the question. I believe the CAPS Program has been suspended up to May 15, 2020 due to the Stay At Home order. Try to monitor this website for details: www.joinlapd.com/events-prep/academy-physical-training-program
Hello Mr. @@josephsparacio9641 , during our graduation, one of the speakers mentioned that only a couple hundred applicants make it to the academy out of about 10,000 candidates annually. This is why candidates try to "up" their chances of getting qualified. How can you increase your chances of getting hired? Many ways... a college degree, military service, excellent character, very good physical condition, etc. They factor in many things in your application process. I hope this answers your question Sir.
Hello Mr. Tamopot66. Thank you for this excellent question Sir. Most of the people I know who for some reason or another were not able to continue working for the LAPD or has moved to another branch of law enforcement, have to go through the training of that department all over again. For example, my fellow Recruit Officers who didn't make probation and decided to join the San Bernardino Police Department, had to go through training all over again. During my days in the Academy, we had a fellow Recruit Officer who was already a Police Officer in New York but had to join us for training all over again to be a part of the LAPD. I hope this answers your question Sir.
There's a lot of watered-down Jiu-Jitsu Mr. Noel. The reason I said "watered down" is because some of the techniques I learned outside of the academy is classified by the LAPD as "excessive use of force" and you could get in trouble for that. Thanks to years of automatic movements and muscle memory, I had difficulty adjusting to the LAPD style Jiu Jitsu but in the end it worked out. We train with each other and professionals.
Thank you so much for the question! A few sets of Black suits, running shoes, a couple of pairs of boots, several pairs of white socks, black socks, ties, gears, a couple of tactical bags, etc., etc., etc.... my initial cost was very close to if not a little more than a $1,000. During Orientation Day, which is a week before academy training starts and the day they take your measurements for your Smurfs and give you some stuff already, I heard several of my fellow Recruit Officers say something in the line of "Gee, I guess it's not cheap to become a cop." Remember my initial cost of $1,000? It doesn't stop there! Later on you'll realize you need more stuff! I had to buy a couple more Smurfs because mine faded after a few weeks and I got in trouble for it. I had to buy another pair of boots because sometimes I don't have time to shine so I needed one ready all the time, laundry was difficult that it's better to buy several sets of black suits and just wash all of them on weekends. After graduation I had to buy more gear and a back up gun (BUG)... and more stuff for my off-duty carry! It all adds up. From your Orientation Day to your first watch, don't be surprised that you spent anywhere from $2,000 - $3,000! Now here's the thing, don't think of these as "expenses" think of them as "investments" rather. Investments in safety, investments in convenience/comfort and of course investments in performing a good job! It's not a huge amount from your pocket right away, all these are gradual except for the initial cost... and don't forget, you start getting paid on the first day of training! I hope this helps and Good luck!
Hi there I am currently in the field investigation stage of the hiring process and hopefully coming back out there from North Carolina in the near to complete my oral psych interview then hopefully moving out sometime this year to start the academy. What’s the number one DQ CANDIDATES Face during the field investigation?? Also any advice on how to successfully pass the psych interview?.
Hello Mr. Bradley Fair. Thank you for the question Sir. The number one reason a candidate gets disqualified is dishonesty. This is a huge thing during the application process, during training and of course when you're out on the streets. Basically, honesty, is a moral factor that the LAPD demands from an individual, period. Some candidates will give incomplete information during the process thinking that this subject in their past may disqualify them. The best thing to do is to be honest about everything, good or bad. Tips for the Psych Interview: Be honest, be constant. Even when the questions are structured differently, your answers must be the same. The person who conducts your psych interview will use information from your application papers, your BI and your written psych evaluation. A few days, maybe a week or so after my written psych, I was instructed to return for an interview by a psychologist. That took about 30 minutes and the questions she asked were based on my responses to the written test. They don't really tell you but your response to the written must correlate with your background investigation. The purpose of this portion of the application process is to dig into an applicant's mind and see mental stability and hints of bipolar disorders, obsessive compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, etc. I hope this helps Sir and good luck!
Officer 1118 Thank you very much for the information. I have a minor anxiety disorder that I take medication for. However I am not mentally unstable therefore I have it under control. Based on your experience from the psych interview will I likely be DQ for that reason?? Also how long do they take to notify you of passing or failing the psych evaluation ??
Mr. @@bradleyfair4824 I wish I can give you more information regarding DQ for medical reasons, unfortunately I do not have the answer to this question because it is different for every candidate. It took about a week or two before I received the results of my medical and psych eval.
Officer 1118 I understand. After the academy I know you have a one year probationary period on the job. Do they allow you to take any vacation days during your probationary period?? Or do you have to wait until you are completely off probation ?
Hello Mr. Gonzalez. Thanks for this excellent question Sir. I am not quite sure if they check your medical records in the past, I just can't recall. I'm sure they could if they feel the need to based on their own Medical Exam that they will perform on you during your application process. I hope this helps a little.
Hi Jeff. Thanks for the question. Let me clarify a little bit. For the 1.5 mile run, They want you to be able to do it in 12 minutes or less. 10 minutes is really good! 10.34 - 11.27 minutes is good, 12.53 - 13.58 is considered poor . Now remember, this is not the only area they test you in. You still have your 300 meter sprint, push-ups and sit-ups. They factor all that in. Okay, I hope this helps and thanks again!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for the response and thank you for providing these videos and answers. One quick follow up, at the initial PFQs how much rest time are you given in between events? 30 seconds, 5 min, 10 min? Thank you!
Hello @@jeffsmitth7974 . Thanks, this is actually a good question. Let me tell you what they did during my time. First is push-ups then sit-ups then the 300 meter sprint then the 1.5M run. There was about 50 of us then they split that 50 into two groups. Within your group of about 25, you are paired with a PFQ buddy. That buddy of yours will count your pushups as your sternum touches his fist and will stabilize your feet for you during sit-ups. In between the push-ups and the sit-ups I would say you have about 2-3 minutes of rest. You also get some rest as you take turns holding the feet and counting for your buddy. When done with the push-ups and sit-ups, you will do some stretching for a couple of minutes. I'll say you have about 5-10 minutes before the sprint. During the sprint, your group will be broken down into several groups of four. You take turns doing the sprint and while waiting, you get some rest. After the sprint, everybody does the 1.5 mile run all together. They would say "Rabbits at the front, turtles at the back." You will be running at the pace you want but keep in mind: 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor! I hope I answered your question Mr. Smith. Thanks again!
Hello. You don't need a degree to join a special unit. A degree however helps with pay and promotion and may even be a factor in getting admitted in a special unit.
Hi officer....im from Portugal and i really want to be a LAPD...i have a lot of questions....first one- can i do college in Portugal and be a police or do i have to do it there?
Hello Mr. Bro Tuga! Thanks for this excellent question Sir! Although it adds points towards the application process, the truth is that it doesn't matter to the LAPD which college you graduated from, locally or from outside the US. There are many things that affect your acceptance into the academy and college units or a diploma/diplomas is just a small fraction of it. You need to however, have an employment eligible status here in the US as a Greencard holder about to become a citizen (Application submitted) or of course a citizen. I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thanks...2nd question....once i have a green Card even if i dont have the requirements to applicate for the us citizenship i can still ask for it so i can get a job right? 3rd question- is it difficult for a portuguese/english citizen to get a green card?
Mr. @@orlanduca2567 The LAPD is very specific on this requirement: The City of Los Angeles requires that a Police Officer candidate be a United States citizen, or that a non-citizen be a permanent resident alien who, in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is eligible and has applied for citizenship. During the selection process, each non-citizen is required to prove that USCIS accepted his/her application for citizenship prior to the date the Police Officer written test was taken. California State law requires that citizenship be granted within three years after the employment application date. For information regarding citizenship requirements, contact the USCIS. Is it difficult for a Portugese/english citizen to get a greencard? I think this question Sir is best directed to Homeland Security... however, from a personal standpoint, I don't think they would treat a Portugese differently because they have systems in place. I think as long as you meet the requirements that make you eligible for citizenship, I think you have nothing to worry about. I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thanks again....is there anyway to become automaticly a police detective instead of a street cop and after some years get promoted to detective? Who has more power a federal agent (FBI) or a cop/detective? Are your police colleagues friendly or are they kind of ruff? Sorry for so many questions 😅...
Hello again Mr. Tuga. If there is one thing I learned right away in the LAPD is that nothing happens "automatically," especially in promotions. They make you earn every step of the way. Even in the academy. They even make you earn the right to park inside the Ahmanson Recruit Training Center! Having said that, everyone needs to do their part in being a street cop out on patrol. This is simply something that everyone has to go through, besides, this is where you pick up the most fundamental principles of law enforcement that you will use as a tool throughout your career! The rest of your questions Mr. Tuga, I'm sure you will find out after you pass academy training ; )
Hello Mr. Velasquez. Thanks for this question. It takes a while before they let you on your own. Passing the probation is just one step, being a seasoned officer who can handle a boot (rookie) is a process that takes years. If the division feels that you have proven yourself to be able to handle a boot then that's the time they will pair you with one but there are certain criterias to this. In the mean time you'll probably working with a PO3 who'll be teaching you the ropes. I hope this helps.
Currently P1's who have successfully completed their in field trng with their FTO's during Phase 1 and Phase 2 promote to Phase 3. Phase 3 probationers are deemed certified to work with P2's or P3's, P1's Phase 3 are not allowed to work with another Phase 3 probationer. Once they have completed Phase 3 they promote to P2 status. they are wheeled out to other divisions that they pick ie; Harbor, SE or 77th Division.
Hello Mr. Noel. If I remember it correctly, there's no pass or fail in the polygraph therefore there's really no results to wait for. However, they will use the results of your polygraph during the interview to validate some information you have given in relation to the results of your polygraph. The best indicator of passing the polygraph and interview in my opinion is when you receive the letter telling you to get ready for medical and psych eval.
Hello Mr. Rivas. Thanks for this question Sir! Badge Day is a very special day. Some people think it's more special than graduation because it's the day you actually become a "cop." Yes Sir, if I remember it correctly it's about 3-4 weeks before actual graduation. Family members are invited during Badge Day but they also tell you that it's not graduation yet and seats are limited so what they meant was bring mom, dad, wife, hubby... but not uncles, aunts and best friends yet. During the ceremony, each Recruit Officer will be handed his badge one by one and pose for the camera. After that, the recruits' family will be given the opportunity to pin the badge on the officer. In my case it was my parents who pinned the badge on me. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers who were married had their spouses do it but mostly, it was the parents.
@@bryannoel5421 Yes Mr. Rivas, it's about 5 months into the academy. What do you do at the last few weeks of the academy? A lot of tactics and scenarios... as in a lot! You will spend a lot of time at the Davis Training Center in Granada Hills.
The PFQ consists of four events: 1) Maximum sit-ups in one minute. 2) 300-meter sprint. 3) Maximum push-ups in one minute, and. 4) 1.5 mile-run. This is the same physical fitness test that academy recruits take the third day of the police academy. (Thanks again Mr. Cameron!)
Hello @@mica_b_cutz , thanks for the question. What I meant by "maximum" is the most number of sit-ups or the most number of push-ups a candidate can do. Thank you very much and I hope this answers your question : )
Thanks for this important question Mr. @Austin Knowles . For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more.
Hello Mr. Noel and thanks for the question Sir. We usually run 2-3 times a week but this could be more if your class tends to underperform (Physically or mentally). Your distance will gradually increase over time but they will start you off at about 1-2 miles. You will run inside the academy track, stairs and out on the streets as well. While running, they will test you a lot on Mission Statements, LAPD Policies, Directions (North, South, East, West of the streets you're on), etc. in the beginning. Towards the latter half of training, the questions will be replaced with cadences. I hope this helps Sir.
Thank you for the question Mr. Jerrylee. I don't recall them being very strict and in fact all they want to know is the year, make and model of your vehicle, probably some identifying info as well... they don't inspect your vehicle or anything like that. However, Mr. Jerrylee... just to be on the safe side, I would recommend the following which applies to everybody anyways: Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield. Front Side windows: Aftermarket film must allow more than 88% of light in, or minimum 70% VLT if combined with factory-tinted windows. Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used. Rear Window: Any darkness can be used. Keep this in mind Mr. Jerrylee... an officer 15 feet away from the vehicle must be able to see through your front windows with ease. I hope this helps Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Yes Sir I am in the Cert List (since October) but nobody knows when will be the next one because of budget issues. Any info from you will be a tremendous peace of mind.
Mr. @@AlexDiaz-zi9pj thanks for this question. If you have a job right now don't quit that job. In fact they say during recruitment to not quit your job until they send you the letter that states when your Orientation Day would be. It is pretty difficult for everybody right now, not excluding the City of LA for various and obvious reasons. My suggestion for you is to hang in there, give it a little bit more patience and keep in touch with them every week or so. You are very lucky to have reached the point of interview, you are pretty close. In the meantime, work on your exercises (runs, sit-ups, push-ups, etc.) and start memorizing the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics, etc... Good luck!
Hello Mr. Ramirez, here's what I always kept in my mind during training: If I could do more than 40 push ups in a minute, I know I'll be good. If I could do more than 50 sit-ups in a minute, I know I'll be good. I always try to strive for more, for better... but the above are my personal goals. I hope this helps and thanks for the question!
Hi... If you're clean, sober and ready to serve your community... if you feel that you really want and need this job... I would give it a shot if I were you. BUT.. you tell them about your past. You don't hide it, that would be a big mistake. You be honest, you pray and let them decide. When all is said and done, at least you gave it a shot. That is my best advice for you.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 ok I sure hope I can become a police officer it’s my dream job I can’t see myself doing anything else in life.. I’m going to definitely give it a shot and keep trying .. thanks for the reply
Hello! Thanks for this awesome question! Unfortunately, you have to be 21 before joining the academy. But please, don't lose hope! This is my suggestion to you: 1. See how you could join the LAPD Cadet Program, look it up. I'm sure it will help. Here's the website: www.lapdcadets.com/join 2. After graduation from High School, go to college, get an Associate's Degree at least. This will help you a lot and it is a substitute for a High School Diploma. I know you're excited about this and I am happy for you but this is a process that you can't rush so take your time and prepare now. You know how you can prepare now? Surround yourself with good friends, positive friends, don't do drugs, do a good job in school, make sure your teachers know that you're a good student, participate in school activities especially sports! All these things, believe it or not, will increase your chances in wearing that blue uniform one day! Good luck!
Hello Mr. Tamir. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor. Try to keep "10 minutes" in mind. I hope this helps and thanks for the question Sir!
Hello. Some of my fellow recruit officers were from out of state. Those who lived far rented an apartment short term closer to LA or stayed with relatives to be close to the training centers.
No need for books Ma'am. But here are some tips: Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier.
Hello Mr. Does, am honestly not sure but in my class we had a 34 year old and in other classes, some Officer Recruits were well in their 50's Sir. I hope this helps and thank you Sir for the question!
I had one recuit with me that was 54 and many 30's we all graduated. The focus would not be how old but how can you perform and use your life lessons to better the academy class.
Hello Mr. Neil. Most of your initial uniform needs you will have to pay for. Some of the equipment will be "lent" to you by the LAPD. The initial cost of your uniforms and other necessities I would estimate to be around $1,500. You will spend more after academy training because you need to purchase more equipment as you go out on your watch.
Hello, my fiance and I are about to sign a lease for an apartment near Dodger Stadium. He chose this location to be closer to the academy. After watching your videos, I fear that he made the wrong decision. It looks like the academy is near LAX. is that really true? He's entering as a patrol officer.
Hello! This is actually a great question! I assume your fiance is about to get into the academy. FYI, you didn't make the wrong decision! So don't feel bad, you're in a good spot. I actually live close to the Dodger Stadium area and I found this location convenient and why you may ask? Because it is halfway from The Ahmanson Recruit Training Center (ARTC, which is near LAX) and the Davis Training Facility in Granada Hills. Let me tell you this, we spent very little time at the actual police academy at Elysian Park, like I said, it's more of a "ceremonial" place. We spent a lot of time on theoreticals at the ARTC near LAX in the beginning of training and then towards the latter half of the six months, a lot of time spent in Granada Hills for marksmanship and tactics . It is my personal opinion that you folks chose wisely... thanks again for the question!
Hello Mr. Balboa and thanks for the question Sir. I know that the Commanding Officer of ASD is a Captain II. I found a couple of sites that may help answer your question: aliveemployeesclub.com/201908_lapd_helicopter_the-law-in-the-sky/ www.lapdonline.org/join_the_team/content_basic_view/9127
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Hi 1118. I would to know , if a commander or a Deputy chief could still be in the ASD or he needs to move to some other dept. and lose his pilot position ?
Mr. @@mayo250 although your question is beyond the scope of this video, I tried to find the answer for you as a courtesy. In 1974 Commander Paul Gillen died in a helicopter crash he was piloting for a Swat team. I guess you can be a Commander and keep your wings. I don't know if you could be a Deputy Chief and keep your wings, I think that's a question best directed to Command Staff. Thanks for the question! www.lapdonline.org/officers_killed_in_the_line_of_duty/comm_bio_view/57566
Thanks for the question Sir. The first days of the academy are tough. Lots of paper work, lots of physical activities and a lot of information they expect you to memorize. This is why I say in my videos, try to memorize as much as you can before training. Most of the homework really are 15.07 Forms which you have to fill up somewhat essay style. These forms are given to you on the first day and you have to make copies of those because it's a regular form that you fill up every time you or your class basically "screws up." Other than that, it's mostly reviewing and studying... a lot of studying! You probably get home at around 3-4 PM and this is where your time management skills are tested. You need to be able to study, get stuff ready for the next day and get some paper work done all before 8-9 PM which is the time you are recommended to hit the sack. I hope this helps and good luck!
Excellent! @@mubashir7368 Good luck!!! Don't get frustrated that sometimes it takes BI a while, some BIs take months. It all depends on your history and how many applicants are being processed. A lot of movements, a lot of work history, etc. translates to longer BIs.
Hello Mr. Quiroga. Thanks for the question Sir. They usually recommend about 3-4 paragraphs for each question. Again and in my opinion, the meat of your response matter more than the number of paragraphs. Here are some tips for you Sir and good luck: 1. Stay on topic. 2. Avoid using big words, stay simple and direct to the point. 3. Make sure you answer the question in its entirety (Super Important)! 4. Use good examples of how you handled a situation, showcase your skill/talent! 5. Write nicely/legibly.
Hello Miss Emily. This is actually an excellent question. There are officers in the LAPD who were able to get their Bachelor's Degrees while being Police Officers. It is not easy but it is not impossible and the department may even help with the cost of tuition. I hope this helps.
Just subscribed. Gotta love the LAPD. They're one of the best and most iconic departments out there. Hoping to get into my local department's cadet program so I can become an officer next year after finishing my bachelor's degree. COVID-19 cannot end fast enough for me. So stoked to pursue a career in law enforcement!
Good luck Mr. Grove. I wish you all the best Sir!
Hi I like your videos, very informative. Although my academy time was long ago I still have great memories. The PT staff back then was a different animal, a lot meaner and more tough, through the years it has been scaled down a lot. I've had a great career with the LAPD and did lots of fun things. CLASS 2-81
Thank you Sir! God bless...
Howdy Officer 1118. New subscriber here. I really enjoy listening to your detailed narration of what life in the Los Angeles Police Academy was like for you. Your videos are absolutely fascinating. That is because you are a fascinating man. Plus you are very handsome. I look forward to seeing more videos from you in the future.
Ha ha! Thank you so much. Glad to be of service! Please stay safe...
Great vid, good information thank you ☑️
Thank you Sir! Appreciate it!
Awesome video thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
Thankyou for the advice, take my pfq next month
Best of luck!
Thanks for these very helpful tips! I highly appreciate these videos you’re making. I’m currently in the hiring process so all of this is coming in pretty handy! I was wondering if you can possibly be my mentor throughout this whole hiring process and maybe even also once I’m hopefully in the academy!!? Thank you once again in advance!
During the application process, they will be assigning a mentor to you Mr. Rosas so don't worry. You can also contact me if you have any questions and I'll try my best to give you information based on my personal experience. Thanks again!
@@LAPDOfficer1118thank you
Hello Miss Ashley! I deeply apologize. I accidentally deleted your comment but here's the answer and Mr. Pineapple is correct. You need to be 21 (or 20 but 21 before graduating from the academy) to join CAPs. When I said "18" I was exaggerating on "the younger, the more demands physically" and I should have said 21 and not 18. Thanks for the comment Miss Ashley, Mr. Pineapple!
Hello Mr. @Austin Knowles . It has been a while since my interview and if I remember it correctly, other than ID cards we were not asked to bring anything else because all of the documents were submitted beforehand (Birth Certificate, Diplomas, Social Security card, etc.). I'm sure they would give you instructions. One tip on the interview Mr. Knowles, shave your head and be super polite!
Your videos are so cool.
Thank you Sir!
Hello Sir, I appreciate the videos that you have posted, as they have displayed a lot of great useful information. I had a question that I’m hoping you could possibly answer, and that question is what’s the next step after passing everything?
Hello Mr. Lopez, thank you for the question Sir! After passing everything, you will receive a letter stating when your first day of training will be. You will also be notified of the date of your orientation day which is about a week before training.
Thanks for videos. Did you know any officer recruits in the academy that was in military reserve or national guard? What was their experience balancing the academy while still committing to their military duty?
Thank you for this question Mr. Delarosa. I know that some of my fellow Recruit Officers were formerly active members of the military, however, I don't recall anyone who were in the reserves. I also know that the LAPD, being a big city police department is reservist friendly. I have heard that it is more challenging to be in the reserves when you are in smaller departments due to lack of personnel in contrast to big departments like the LAPD or the NYPD. I wish I have more information for you but I hope this helps Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you sir for the reply
Sir, first off I just want to say that your videos have been very helpful throughout my process. I start the academy in a couple weeks. As far as living expenses how should I prepare for this in LA in your opinion? When would I receive my first paycheck as a recruit?
Hello Mr. Lowe. Congratulations! I am very happy for you!
You should have some form of financial reserve (Meals, gas, etc.) just to get by on the next 2-3 weeks which is when you'll get your first paycheck.
In the meantime: Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier.
Good luck and welcome to the LAPD Family!
How was your exam I have exam in a week
Could you do a video on how to properly shine boots and Sam Browne?
Hey man how you doing? Hope your doing good, when are you coming back to youtube? I really enjoy this series 👍🏻
Thank you Sir, stay safe, stay healthy...
Please upload again…I miss you’re presence.
When you graduate the academy do you get to chose what division you work at? How many uniforms do you receive while on patrol?
Hello Miss Velasquez! Thanks for this Excellent question Ma'am! Before graduation, you will be asked for three assignment preferences but in the end they actually assign you depending on the openings with consideration to your place of residence. The reason is that they don't want you to drive too far from home but they also don't want you to be overly familiar with the community you serve.
Before graduation you will get two long sleeved Type A uniforms, this is what you will be wearing for Badge Day, Graduation Day and of course during your watch. After this, you need to purchase a couple more because they do wear away pretty fast out there. I hope the above answers your questions Madam and thanks again!
Hello sir. I really have enjoyed watching your videos. I plan on joining LAPD once I graduate high school or university if I decide to do it. After graduating LAPD academy, how long was the wait until you started patrolling the streets?
Hello Cole. Thanks, this is actually a very good question. We graduated on a Friday, the beginning of our watch was Monday. I know that of some of my Fellow Recruit Officers began their watch the next day after graduation.
I’m taking my multiple choice test in about 3 weeks nervous !
How did u do?
How was it
Hey I have a question about getting the location you want after the academy and how are the places ranked. I want to pick south but I'm not sure how it would work. I'm finishing my Phs and I'm coming in with a post basic academy certificate so I believe it's just a matter of time when I'm on the streets working.
Hello Mr. Sevilla. What I know or what I experienced could be different from what you will experience in the future Sir but very few of us got in any of our "wish list" divisions/stations. They will put you where they need you so to speak. The good news is that it won't be far from your residence address on record because they don't want you to have a long commute to and from work but they also want you to be far enough so that you're not a too familiar face in the community. I hope this helps Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for your time. You have been a big help and I appreciate that. GOD willing I'll be out there soon and getting some work done. Be safe and take care.
Thank you very much Sir@@mr.sevilla3723 ... please stay safe, good luck and God Bless!
Hey there sir first and foremost thank you for the crucial and valuable information that you are giving us. My question is how often did you guys run in a weekly basis? Was it everyday, every other day? If so how long on an average. Thank you in advance sir.
Hello Mr. Nunez. Thanks for the question! We usually run 2-3 times a week but this could be more if your class tends to underperform (Physically or mentally). Your distance will gradually increase over time but they will start you off at about 1-2 miles. You will run inside the academy track, stairs and out on the streets as well. While running, they will test you a lot on Mission Statements, LAPD Policies, Directions (North, South, East, West of the streets you're on), etc. in the beginning. Towards the latter half of training, the testings will be replaced with cadences. Distance-wise, it may depend on what is planned for the day. Sometimes we run shorter distances if there'll be a lot of activities planned for the day. I hope this answers your question Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you sir for the response. I'll be having some other questions along the way as I am currently in the process. Thank you for taking the time and helping us out, really appreciate it.
Thank you So much for the helpful videos and tips, I just wanted to ask if you need to have a bachelors degree in criminal justice to be promoted to an LAPD detective or can you have a bachelors degree in business administration and still become a detective.
Hello Mr. Alexander and thank you for your question Sir. A degree in justice isn't really necessary to become an LAPD Detective. Although a Criminology Degree helps, some Detectives have degrees in Public Administration or Business.
Thank you!
While training for the pfq i tore my rotator, I have passed the DI but still need to take medical and pfq. Will this disqualify me? I am currently going to Physical therapy for it. How will it affect me in the academy? Also what is the pass rate for recruits in the academy? Thank you.
Thank you for the question Mr. Bhaurla. My suggestion is to delay application until you are physically ready. It's not the fact that you're undergoing therapy, it's just that you may get hurt more doing physical activities or the fact that you may not be able to perform at 110%... having said that I would also recommend you discuss the situation with your recruiting agent or mentor.
Everybody in our class of 50+ passed except for one. Now that's passing the academy.
Passing the probation is a different story, that's the acid test for police officers.
Thanks for your videos. The information is very helpful. I was wondering how long before the Academy do you get notified of selection. I'm an out of town candidate and have completed all the application steps. We're told not to quit our current jobs until we receive notification of selection to the Academy. Will I have enough time to give two weeks notice as a courtesy to my current job, and move to LA and find a place to live? Thanks again.
Hello Mr. Marten! Congratulations! At this point you can see the light at the end of the tunnel!
The length of wait prior to notification and receipt of that letter telling you which day is Blackline (First day of academy training) and Orientation Day for you varies on many things including number of available spots in a class that's being organized, your documents, the result of your interview, etc.
Based on my experience and the experience of my fellow Recruit Officers, this takes about 2 weeks to 2 months.
I'm almost sure that you will be able to give your employer that two week notice. My advise Mr. Marten, you already know, don't quit your job. Thanks for the question and be safe!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 , Thanks for the quick and detailed response. I'm looking forward to the next step.
Question- hope this reaches you in time. Hope all is well, How steep are the hills when you run during the duration of the academy? I’m not really good at running. But I can do the 6 miles with out Stopping average pace of 9-10min. Will they expect you to be able to run six miles when you get there? I start the academy soon. Only thing I’m worried about is that. Since I’m out of state and hardly any hills where I live.
Mr. Gentleman's Game... trust me on this: "It's nothing you can't handle!"
If they can, YOU CAN! Good Luck!
Hello, I'm just finishing up my psych test and was told I should be in very early next year. I was wondering if you could share how the scheduling for shifts worked after academy graduation? Are you allowed access to overtime during probation and if so is it more of a necessity only or can you ask for more shifts? Are you allowed a choice of 4/10 or 3/12 or is it chosen for you? Is it true after probation they will transfer you away from the division and even the bureau?
Hello Mr. MilkMan! Thanks for the question Sir!
Part of my academy time was during winter as well and I remember hearing our teeth chatter in the cold air during outdoor formation!
Yes, you will definitely have overtime during probation and it's not because of "accessibility" but more because of "necessity." Have you seen the 2012 movie "End of Watch?" In this movie, Jake Gyllenhaal, one of the seasoned LAPD officers said that the paperwork is like the blood flow of the station. I can tell you from experience that I would have about 2-3 hours of overtime after my shift solely due to paperwork. You being transferred to another assignment after probation again is because of necessity and not because you passed probation. Definitely 4/10.
Mr. Milkman thank you for the follow-up question. It is always best (and exciting) to do a ride-along as long as they allow you. The Station Commander needs to approve this however. The best station to do this? In my opinion is the station closest to your home! Good Luck!
Hello sir. Just a qs. Usually during the BI. Does the BI reach out to you when she/he submit it packed for the reviews ? Or do you reach out to them to see any updated ? Thank you
Hello Mr. Tran. They will update you and contact you if they need to clarify something. You don't contact the Background Investigator directly. I never even met my background investigator Mr. Tran. I hope this answers your question Sir. Thank you.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 oh ok thank you. How long did your take for the BI part ?
@@Vinhtran-zn2kb . The longest part of the process is usually the background investigation. If you had many employers and moved around a lot as in changed residences every year or so, then it will take longer to process you. My BI was very short, probably just a month or so if I estimated it right. I hope this helps. Thanks again Sir.
I am considering joining the cadet program. If I am applying to the actual LAPD later on would my past membership of the cadet program show up?
Hello. Thanks for the question YesNo. The answer is YES. When they conduct your Background Investigation (BI). Not only will your past participation in the LAPD Cadet Program show up... everything about you will show up... school performance, previous employment, even what your neighbors think of you! Good Luck!
Hello, do you get a schedule of what you will doing for the day and week? like running etc..?
Yes Mr. Rivas, you will receive a schedule of what you will be going through in the academy per week or two in advance. Sometimes you even get informed of how the month looks like ahead of you. The academy is very organized and wants you to be ready for everything. You will have Class Leaders assigned who are in direct communication with the Drill Instructor and the personnel assigned to create your training schedule. This information will trickle from the higher ups to the last element of your squad. There are times when the dissemination of information gets delayed for a couple of reasons but eventually the info gets relayed to everyone not just with schedule but with other issues as well like uniform and gear. Not so much for running because that's pretty standard and accepted but for class schedules and training activities like baton strikes, scenarios, etc.
Hello officer, how many miles do recruits run when they do the neighborhood runs?
Hello Mr. Cris. Since we crisscross around the ARTC neighborhood, it's not easy to say, however if I will estimate it, I'll say a good 1-3 miles. The distance of the run depends on a couple of things, the slowest runner in your class and how much time is dedicated for the run with consideration to what's planned for the rest of the day. The cool part: Shops (Squad Cars) would close down intersections as we approach so we just breeze through them. The not cool part: Some civilians/bystanders would yell "not so nice" things when you pass their neighborhoods.
I am so heat broken when I did everything, pass every test, nailed my board interview BUT I failed the Ishihara test. I did however got confused on the instructions on how to perform the Farnsworth test. I am gonna appeal tho. Any idea where to go from here? Want your advice. I am also applying to LASD.
You're doing the right thing Sir. Send an appeal and/or a re-test. Good luck!
Did you take the farnsworth test after you failed the ishihara? Or were both test issued regardless?
Did you guys do a lot of physical one on ones? Like wrestling etc? Are injuries a low percentage in the academy ?
Hello Mr. Noel. Yes, a lot of Jiu-Jitsu. No one got injured in my class, mostly just little bruises and what not. Nothing out of the usual for martial arts and defense classes.
Do you have to apply with the LAPD before you join caps or can you do caps then apply?
Hello Miss Velasquez, thank you so much for this excellent question! You need to have passed the written exam (Essays) before being allowed to join CAPs.
how long does it take for them to let you know if you passed the polygraph? And the medical examination? And is there an academy class each month?
Hello Mr. Rivas Sir. Thanks for the question. I hate to say this Sir but the time that you know you passed polygraph and medical greatly varies and takes about 1-3 weeks sometimes more depending on the workload of recruitment processing. The best indicator that you're doing okay is when you're instructed to proceed to the next step. Academy classes start every 28 days from what I know. I hope this helps...
Hello officer, is there any books or things I need to study to get ahead or be more prepared when entering the academy? And are the exams hard ? Thank you
Hello Mr. Noel. when I was preparing for the academy, I bought 2-3 books that I thought would help me prepare. Yes, they did, somewhat... some information could be overwhelming though and unnecessary so I could not recommend that approach. What I think is better, again in my humble opinion is for you to know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier. I hope this answers your question and thank you very much!!!
Are the exams hard? Let me put it this way Mr. Noel. If you really want this job and you have the determination etched in mind, you will pass. I have an Associate's Degree, a Bachelor's Degree and a Masters degree... but I definitely wasn't the brightest star in the sky. I simply worked hard for it, I wanted it and I set my sights to it... and if I can do it, you can do it! Good luck!
Good afternoon Officer, after taking the department interview do they let you know if you passed that same day?
Unfortunately not yet Mr. Rivas and I know how exciting this could be, but see, they have to put everything together. The good news is that, after the interview, you're pretty close to the finish line of the application process : )
in the medical evaluation would it effect your chances of continuing if you have over 22% body fat? Even though you are in good shape
Mr. Rivas, the LAPD considers "healthy" BMI between 18-24.9 and 22% body fat if I'm not mistaken. I don't think you should worry about this. Besides, this isn't the only thing they look at, they look at many other factors in considering your application.
I recently looked at the Join LAPD website and there is a new step. It is the multiple choice test. Do you know what this is? Thank You
Hi Jayden! Thanks for the question. They have changed the Personal Qualification Essay (PQE) to an online Multiple Choice Exam effective June 1, 2020.
"The Multiple Choice (MC) Test is an 80-item test that evaluates your ability to read and write. There are four sections on the test: Clarity, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, and Vocabulary. If you pass the MC, your score does not expire. If you fail, you may retake the MC after three months."
I believe this is a temporary change due to the Corona Virus distancing rule but then again they might make it permanent, we'll see.
Thanks for the question!
Thank you so much for your videos! I am currently in the process and I have a couple of questions. Once I pass everything, does the agency email me my start date? If I cannot make it to that start date, is there a way I can defer and join another class at a later date? I am out of state.
I had bought tickets and cruise rooms for my trip in July 2023 but I will be back August 22, 2023, I talked to my mentor and she advised me that there is a start date on August 28.
The good news is that the Department is flexible on dates (BEFORE you start training), there are classes beginning every month and I'm sure they will work with you but you need to communicate this with them ASAP!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 do you know who I would reach out to?
@@aelitanguyen5266 I would try anyone from recruitment (866) 444-LAPD if you do not have a mentor.
Thank you so much sir! A day after I asked that question, a BI reached out and I forgot to disregard the question.. thank you so much for your help. One more question, during the proper spray (OC spray), how does that work? I wear contact lenses and cannot see without them and I know there are obstacle courses I have to go through..
Just passed my multiple choice test 🙌🏽
Great! Good luck!
Nice. Congratulations 🎊🎈🎉. How was it?
I’m not a pot head, but I did smoke weed about two puffs just to see what the all fuzz was all about, it taste like crap to me and never again will I sample it. This was about a year ago, do you know if this will disqualify me from even being consider if I apply today ? Or how long should I wait before I apply ? Thank you in advance 👍
Hello Sir. The most important thing is to be honest during your recruitment process. I doubt that a couple of puffs of weed due to curiosity or peer pressure is immediate grounds for disqualification. I would however, caution you from not disclosing this during the process. If I were in your shoes, I would definitely still go for it. Good luck!
Hey Officer 1118. I just took my psych with LAPD. Is it a guaranteed hire if you pass the psych or do you still need to get selected after the psych? Thank you so much!
Congratulations Mr. Gatorate! I wish it was a guaranteed "in" but unfortunately there simply are no guarantees. However, you are one more step closer to the doors of the academy! Hang in there, won't take long now...
@gatorate any news yet?
Hello officer when you complete step 5 of the medical evaluation and they start step 6 field investigation, can you move on to step 7 psycological evaluation while they do your step 6 field investigation?
Mr. Rivas thanks for the question. I am not quite sure to be honest. What I remember in mine is that they completed my BI first before the psych and I noticed that some of the psych questions that are asked of me are a direct result and in correlation with my BI. HOWEVER... I heard that sometimes they do the psych together or close to the medical eval followed by the BI... I hope this helps. Thanks again!
I got an email from the Personnel department confirming the current hiring pause for LAPD. Have you heard any rumors about how long that's going to last? Some people are saying that there probably won't be an academy until July. What do you think?
It is not impossible. Everything is just slowing down right now. Hopefully it picks up soon. Thanks for this post.
Thanks
If you fail the PFQ can you still continue through medical?
Hello Mr. Medina, you need to pas the PFQ before moving on to the Medical Exam Sir.
The PFQ consists of four events:
1) Maximum sit-ups in one minute.
2) 300-meter sprint.
3) Maximum push-ups in one minute, and.
4) 1.5 mile-run. This is the same physical fitness test that academy recruits take the third day of the police academy.
Marine here, looking to join in a little over a year. When you say maximum what exactly does that mean. For example our PFT(physical fitness test) 3 mile run in under 27 minutes being the lowest. And around 17 I believe being the highest score. Minimum of like 6 pull ups and maximum of 23. Minimum of like 60 crunches. Maximum of 116. I know when you say maximum you dont honestly mean the max that said recruit could do and theyll score 100% on that subject.
Hello Mr. Hernandez. Before anything, God bless and thank you for your service! This is an excellent question Sir!
Here's a link that gives you good information regarding your question:
www.joinlapd.com/events-prep/step-3-physical-fitness-qualifier-continuous-physical-prep-pfq
Basically, what they mean by "maximum" is just that, the maximum number you can perform in the designated time limit or the shortest time for a prescribed distance.
For example:
For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more.
I hope I answered your question to your satisfaction Sir and thanks again!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you for your quick and detailed response. Makes it a little more clear now. Another question if you dont mind, is there anywhere where I can see when there will be academys in a year or so? I also get out the military late 2021 , when should I apply for the academy ?
Mr. @@D.c5-, LAPD Academy training starts every 28 days Sir. It took me about 6-8 months from time of application to CAPs to actual first day in the academy. Sometimes even longer for other candidates whose background investigation took some time to complete. Since you're in the Corps, my suggestion for you is to look into the "Expedited Selection Process" I believe this could cut down the time to 4 months hopefully less. Here's the link to the Join LAPD Website under Expedited Process and good luck Sir:
www.joinlapd.com/expedited-testing
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you kind sir. I appreciate the help you provided me and many others. You have a good rest of your day and stay safe out there.
Hi Officer1118, I have a quick question. I am starting college this fall and I am considering majoring in criminal justice. I was wondering if this is a smart decision or should I major in something else like business?
Hello Mr. Gilskey. Thank you for the question Sir. Knowing I wanted to be a cop back in High School, I asked this same question. That was seven years ago when I was a senior. So what I did was talk to several law enforcement officers... LAPD, CHP, the Sheriff's Department, etc. I spoke to I think 6 people who don't really know each other. To my surprise Mr. Gilskey, ALL of them said "Major in Business"... remember these people do not know each other! My follow up question was... "Wait, aren't you suppose to tell me to study something about the law, criminal justice, maybe public safety or something to that effect?"... and all of their responses were somewhere in the lines of... "You will learn this in the academy"... and they further said "Law enforcement bodies, police stations, divisions, they thirst for people who have a degree in business because these departments are run like a business entity. They need more managers." It didn't make sense to me during that time but I followed their advise. I now have a BS Business and an MBA. When I was in the academy, most of the veteran officers I know are either studying business or have graduated with a some kind of business degree. Now this is my personal opinion. Having said that, at the end of the day Mr. Gilskey, this is your life, your future... you have to make the decision for what you think is best for you. Good luck Sir.
Appreciate the response. Thank you for the advice.
You're welcome Mr. @@brylergilskey5617 ... one quick "personal" thought Sir: A Criminal Justice degree can only be applied in a law enforcement or law related profession. A Business degree opens more windows for an individual in my humble opinion, you can apply it in any field of life: Healthcare, Commerce, Media, Entrepreneurship, etc. If law enforcement doesn't work for any reason, you still have a business degree you can take anywhere in the world! Having said that, this is a decision you have to make for yourself...
Hi sir, what happens if you get a 50 on the PFQ? Can u still make it into the academy with a 50 and if you also passed everything else
Mr. Lopez it is best to score more than 50. As long as you score above 50 on the PFQ you're good. I can't give you a good benchmark because the academy will factor in age, height and percentage of body fat into your score.
how did you make your PHS accurate? i feel like i can’t remember every encounter i’ve ever had with law enforcement they’d want to know off the top of my head.
Hello Japonte. Thanks for the question. They want you to be as accurate as possible with your PHS but they do not demand perfection. The most important thing is this: Don't Lie. They already know you before the interview. Good Luck!
During the academy how often do you run every day Monday-Friday? Is it true you run 2.5miles everyday ? And if so what pace does everyone run ?
Hello Mr. Alexis. Thanks for the question and let me answer this with what I remember.
We ran about 2-3 miles almost everyday but sometimes we ran less. It just depends on what's in store for the day.
Our pace is about 10-12 mins per mile. They always say Rabbits to the front, turtles to the back because not everybody runs at the same pace but we try.
I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank your for your response sir also can you please give me some tips on the department interview I’m in the process right now for Lapd and I’m on that step right now.
@@Alexis12.18 As for the interview… there will be three people sitting in front of you. They will ask questions like "Do you believe you can take a life? Can you recall a time where you were the first person to act in an emergency situation?" Have you ever had a time when you disagreed with a co-worker? If so what happened?" Questions of this nature. They may even give you a scenario and ask you what you would do in specific situations. Be ready to explain yourself and justify your actions. The questions are different for everyone. Try your best not to go back on your previous answers in an attempt to change it. If you keep stumbling with your answers you'll probably crumble when you have to explain yourself in court. Overall the interviewers want to ask you questions just to get a basic idea of who you are and where your morals stand. Dress properly! Be respectful, be smart, pay attention! Most of all, never lie, never hide anything from your past... they already know who you are.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you so much sir. Have a great day.
So you having a masters degree, how hard was the academy for you academically? I know it is important to study ,however if you pay attention in class and retain the information would that be enough to pass the test? or they do not cover all the test materials and you are forced to study
Hello Mr. Escalante. Thanks for the question Sir. I personally do not think any Bachelor's or Master's Degree out there could 100% prep you for the academy's theoretical instructions. I definitely was not the brightest star in my class Sir. I had to pick up my books, my binders and my handouts just like everybody else. I wish I could say that listening is enough but paying attention does help! However on top of that there are still a couple of things you had to memorize and analyze. I remember on our Orientation Day, one week before training started, our DI told the family members in the room "If your son/daughter/husband or wife goes home and he/she is not studying, there's something wrong!" I hope this answers your question Sir.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you it does. I need to drop weight and I will soon apply. I'm ex military but been out of school for awhile. I hope I do not have too much trouble. Spelling is also a weakness of mine.
Mr. @@eduardoescalante1437 thank you for your service! Spelling weakness? You're not alone Sir but these things could be improved of course. I'm sure you'll do well. A lot of my fellow Recruit Officers who were in the military did outstanding in the academy. Good luck Sir!
Do they check body fat in the medical evaluation?
Hello KashB. They pay attention to BMI among others. It's not just it, it's a combination of many things...
Thanks for giving information.
I have a question. Is there age limit to apply for LAPD?
Thanks for the question Sir. No age limit to apply but must be 21 years old.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thanks. video that you provide me is very resouceful and helpful. I have one more question. How did you prepare for PQE Test? (Thanks for your time and answer.)
@@lukean3551 Regarding the PQE, pay attention to your grammar and sentence structure. Think of the best answers you can give to questions like why you want to join the LAPD, how you reacted in emergency situations, how you work under stressful situations and the like. Also, pay attention to little instructions like "sit on the third chair of the second table to your left"... this may sound innocent instructions but they are nonetheless, part of the test! I am telling you this from my personal experience, you may encounter something different but this is a good start.
They want to get an idea of who you are, how you structure your sentence and paragraphs, they want to peek into your moral values and they want to see if you are able to write proper police reports in the future! Don't try to impress them by using big words! That's a fatal mistake! If you spell these big words wrong or use it in error, it won't make you look smart. They like people to use simple words because they want officers to be able to submit reports that everyone in court would understand, especially the jury! Also, make sure you answer all the questions in their entirety otherwise, they'll just disregard your response. This is very important in police reports.
Hello officer 1118
When in the academy, if you don’t pass a test is that it? If you do get another chance let’s say you missed 1 portion out of 5 do you only redo that portion or the entire test again? Thank you hope all is well with you.
Hello Mr. Ramirez. Thanks for the question. They give you chances within reason. They even allow you to attend review classes before a test you have to take again. They are very fair about this.
@@LAPDOfficer1118
Thank you very much for answering my question, I have one more. So let’s say that the test is 4 different topics and you miss on 1 of the 4 do you have to redo it all or just that 1 topic you missed?
@@aramirez034 It depends on the test but almost always it's just the part where you need improvement. There's really no time for redundancy.
Hi Officer 1118, 4. Do you know how women had to do their hair, and if they have to cut it?
Thank you for this question Miss Palafox. Section 605.22 of the LAPD Manual, Uniformed Officers Hair Standards states: "Uniformed Female Employees. Female employees shall arrange their hair so it does not extend below the bottom edge of the shirt collar. It shall not interfere with the employee's vision and shall not be arranged in a way that would be advantageous for a suspect to grab, such as in a ponytail. Sworn female employees shall ensure that their hair does not interfere with the proper wearing of the uniform hat or the prompt and proper placement of protective head and/or face gear. Uniformed females who are not field certified shall maintain their hair so as to present a neat appearance consistent with the type of duty performed."
I hope this helps Madam. Good luck!
When you graduate the academy do you take a headshot graduation picture that you get to keep?
Hello Mr. Noel. Yes, they actually do. They also tell you that if something happens to you, it will be that photo of you that will be released to the press.
do they tell your right away if you passed the PFQ?
Mr. Rivas they do tell you the same day if you passed or not Sir. Thanks for the question.
Hello, is there an LAPD handbook that we should purchase? In order to prepare for the academy? I believe my fiance is starting August 30th. I think its the next one.
There are a lot of books out there but none of them really prepares a candidate for what is at hand. Having said that, my suggestion is this:
Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier.
Good Luck!
About how much do you make in the academy bi weekly after they take off taxes etc?
If I remember it correctly, about $1,800.
How long does it take for the LAPD to call back that you are starting the academy after finishing the whole process?
Hello Jay Bb. Thanks for the question. I wish I have a specific answer for you. This is the part where it varies greatly depending on availability of staff, resources , number of Recruit Officers per class, etc. what I could tell you is that it's a matter of a few weeks to a couple of months. I hope this helps. Thanks again!
I'm not sure I got the question @@jaybb4175 but let me try. I don't think your results expire, nor you get "certified" after passing the tests and I'm assuming you are referring to the PFQ, medical, essay, vision tests, etc. Once you pass these tests and you get the letter for the Family Orientation Day and the Black Line, you better have a good excuse why you cannot attend those days. Most recruits who worked hard on getting in are more than ready and pretty excited to start. If you miss the start of the academy training they might move you to a class or two after. Beyond that is very risky and they "might" ask for new medicals. I hope this helps.
Hello Officer, how much am I looking to spend entering the academy? just to know how much to have save
Thank you so much for the question! A few sets of Black suits, running shoes, a couple of pairs of boots, several pairs of white socks, black socks, ties, gears, a couple of tactical bags, etc., etc., etc.... my initial cost was very close to if not a little more than a $1,000. During Orientation Day, which is a week before academy training starts and the day they take your measurements for your Smurfs and give you some stuff already, I heard several of my fellow Recruit Officers say something in the line of "Gee, I guess it's not cheap to become a cop." Remember my initial cost of $1,000? It doesn't stop there! Later on you'll realize you need more stuff! I had to buy a couple more Smurfs because mine faded after a few weeks and I got in trouble for it. I had to buy another pair of boots because sometimes I don't have time to shine so I needed one ready all the time, laundry was difficult that it's better to buy several sets of black suits and just wash all of them on weekends. After graduation I had to buy more gear and a back up gun (BUG)... and more stuff for my off-duty carry! It all adds up. From your Orientation Day to your first watch, don't be surprised that you spent anywhere from $2,000 - $3,000! Now here's the thing, don't think of these as "expenses" think of them as "investments" rather. Investments in safety, investments in convenience/comfort and of course investments in performing a good job! It's not a huge amount from your pocket right away, all these are gradual except for the initial cost... and don't forget, you start getting paid on the first day of training! I hope this helps and Good luck!
Which will increase my chances of getting accepted into the academy,bachelors degree or prior military service?
Hello. This is a difficult question to answer because it's different for everyone. They look at so many things, they factor in so many things in a candidate. I have had fellow Recruit Officers who were in the military and who had bachelor's degrees. One personal thought though, I know for a fact that the LAPD loves the maturity and discipline of candidates who were in the military... but even that is not a guarantee of making it through probation. Some make it through probation, some don't.
how is the showering situation in training? Also what if for some reason you had to miss training one day
Hello Mr. Joe Mamma. Thanks for the questions. There is privacy when you take showers (Stalls, Curtains) but there's not a lot of shower heads so that there's always a line and that line takes up time from your 30-minute break. If you miss a training day, you need to have a very good reason for it (Sick, wife having a baby, funeral, etc.) and you need to prove your reason for being absent (Name of doctor, which hospital, etc.). However, they do make arrangements so that you can make up for it. For example (This happened to one of my fellow Recruit Officers), if you missed PFQ, they will let you join another class' PFQ later on. I hope this helps and thanks again Sir.
Officer 1118 thanks so much man and also sorry to bother again but how do you join gang unit or K-9 unit , is that something assigned to you or you choose. Thanks man
Hello again Mr. @@SirCaps-pz4st . It takes about 2-3 years or more of regular street patrol before you get the "privilege" of choosing a unit if there are spots available within the division. Some get transferred, re-assigned or adopted to units depending on demand and performance.
During your probation what is the salary like? What is you hourly salary? How much money do you get bi-weekly?
Mr. Velasquez if I remember it correctly when I was in probation I would take home about $1,600-1,800 every two weeks excluding overtime pay. I'm guessing about $30-35 per hour perhaps. I hope this helps...
What if you are a out of town applicant, what could you do to be prepared if you can’t attend CAP
Thank you Mr. Smith. The CAPs is designed to help you prep for the PFQ. If you can't attend CAPs because you're from out of town, make sure you do these regularly and create your own personal log:
The PFQ test is usually push-ups, sit-ups and a 1.5 mile run
For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more.
GOOD LUCK!
Are CAPs still going on during the pandemic restrictions?
Hello Miss Christy. Thanks for the question. I believe the CAPS Program has been suspended up to May 15, 2020 due to the Stay At Home order. Try to monitor this website for details:
www.joinlapd.com/events-prep/academy-physical-training-program
Hi officer what are the chances of being hired in general or with a college degree?
Hello Mr. @@josephsparacio9641 , during our graduation, one of the speakers mentioned that only a couple hundred applicants make it to the academy out of about 10,000 candidates annually. This is why candidates try to "up" their chances of getting qualified. How can you increase your chances of getting hired? Many ways... a college degree, military service, excellent character, very good physical condition, etc. They factor in many things in your application process. I hope this answers your question Sir.
Is the LAPD academy POST certified? Will I be able to get a job in another county or city in California if I wanted to? Thx! :)
Hello Mr. Tamopot66. Thank you for this excellent question Sir. Most of the people I know who for some reason or another were not able to continue working for the LAPD or has moved to another branch of law enforcement, have to go through the training of that department all over again. For example, my fellow Recruit Officers who didn't make probation and decided to join the San Bernardino Police Department, had to go through training all over again. During my days in the Academy, we had a fellow Recruit Officer who was already a Police Officer in New York but had to join us for training all over again to be a part of the LAPD. I hope this answers your question Sir.
It has to be p.o.s.t. certified to be an officer in California. The certificate is good for 3 years upon graduation day
Heyyy ! Umm I have a question. Think.I will have time for a buisness as a rookie in the department?
It is not impossible Mr. Venim. But the job is demanding. 12-hour shifts three days a week. That does not include over time.
Hello sir, what is the academy schedule like nowadays? Is it more physically demanding or academically demanding??
Also, what happens if you don't hit 50% in your PFQ before going into the academy? Currently my PFQ score is 42.5%.
Try your best to have a score above 50. A score below 50 won't be good especially during the interview.
Still demanding on both aspects!
I’m the academy do you guys box and wrestle each other? And is it full speed?
There's a lot of watered-down Jiu-Jitsu Mr. Noel. The reason I said "watered down" is because some of the techniques I learned outside of the academy is classified by the LAPD as "excessive use of force" and you could get in trouble for that. Thanks to years of automatic movements and muscle memory, I had difficulty adjusting to the LAPD style Jiu Jitsu but in the end it worked out. We train with each other and professionals.
How much will the academy cost when you start? Like boots equipment etc..
Thank you so much for the question! A few sets of Black suits, running shoes, a couple of pairs of boots, several pairs of white socks, black socks, ties, gears, a couple of tactical bags, etc., etc., etc.... my initial cost was very close to if not a little more than a $1,000. During Orientation Day, which is a week before academy training starts and the day they take your measurements for your Smurfs and give you some stuff already, I heard several of my fellow Recruit Officers say something in the line of "Gee, I guess it's not cheap to become a cop." Remember my initial cost of $1,000? It doesn't stop there! Later on you'll realize you need more stuff! I had to buy a couple more Smurfs because mine faded after a few weeks and I got in trouble for it. I had to buy another pair of boots because sometimes I don't have time to shine so I needed one ready all the time, laundry was difficult that it's better to buy several sets of black suits and just wash all of them on weekends. After graduation I had to buy more gear and a back up gun (BUG)... and more stuff for my off-duty carry! It all adds up. From your Orientation Day to your first watch, don't be surprised that you spent anywhere from $2,000 - $3,000! Now here's the thing, don't think of these as "expenses" think of them as "investments" rather. Investments in safety, investments in convenience/comfort and of course investments in performing a good job! It's not a huge amount from your pocket right away, all these are gradual except for the initial cost... and don't forget, you start getting paid on the first day of training! I hope this helps and Good luck!
Thank you!!
You get your badge before actual graduation ceremony?
Yes. You actually get "sworn in" as you take your oath during Badge Day which is about 3-4 weeks before graduation.
Can you make an in depth video about the lapd hiring process step by step and how to pass it and tips to get selected.
Hello. My first three videos are actually about your request. I hope you get a chance to see them. Thank you!
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When your in the academy do you have to take more writing test or make you do reports?
Hi there I am currently in the field investigation stage of the hiring process and hopefully coming back out there from North Carolina in the near to complete my oral psych interview then hopefully moving out sometime this year to start the academy. What’s the number one DQ CANDIDATES Face during the field investigation?? Also any advice on how to successfully pass the psych interview?.
Hello Mr. Bradley Fair. Thank you for the question Sir. The number one reason a candidate gets disqualified is dishonesty. This is a huge thing during the application process, during training and of course when you're out on the streets. Basically, honesty, is a moral factor that the LAPD demands from an individual, period. Some candidates will give incomplete information during the process thinking that this subject in their past may disqualify them. The best thing to do is to be honest about everything, good or bad.
Tips for the Psych Interview: Be honest, be constant. Even when the questions are structured differently, your answers must be the same. The person who conducts your psych interview will use information from your application papers, your BI and your written psych evaluation. A few days, maybe a week or so after my written psych, I was instructed to return for an interview by a psychologist. That took about 30 minutes and the questions she asked were based on my responses to the written test. They don't really tell you but your response to the written must correlate with your background investigation. The purpose of this portion of the application process is to dig into an applicant's mind and see mental stability and hints of bipolar disorders, obsessive compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, etc.
I hope this helps Sir and good luck!
Officer 1118 Thank you very much for the information. I have a minor anxiety disorder that I take medication for. However I am not mentally unstable therefore I have it under control. Based on your experience from the psych interview will I likely be DQ for that reason?? Also how long do they take to notify you of passing or failing the psych evaluation ??
Mr. @@bradleyfair4824 I wish I can give you more information regarding DQ for medical reasons, unfortunately I do not have the answer to this question because it is different for every candidate. It took about a week or two before I received the results of my medical and psych eval.
Officer 1118 I understand. After the academy I know you have a one year probationary period on the job. Do they allow you to take any vacation days during your probationary period?? Or do you have to wait until you are completely off probation ?
Yes Mr. @@bradleyfair4824 , you get 15 paid vacation days towards the end of your probation, after about a year of service.
Hello Officer 1118; hope all is well and in good health. Question. Does LAPD check your medical records during the application process?
Hello Mr. Gonzalez. Thanks for this excellent question Sir. I am not quite sure if they check your medical records in the past, I just can't recall. I'm sure they could if they feel the need to based on their own Medical Exam that they will perform on you during your application process. I hope this helps a little.
Officer 1118 Thank you for your response, sir. It does help. I appreciate it.
I have a few question regarding to the background. How can I reach out to you sir ?
Mr. Tran you can ask me questions here Sir. Thank you!
Are you saying run the 1.5 mile in 10 minutes or less? As in a 6:00 min mile pace? Thats pretty crazy fast
Hi Jeff. Thanks for the question. Let me clarify a little bit.
For the 1.5 mile run, They want you to be able to do it in 12 minutes or less. 10 minutes is really good!
10.34 - 11.27 minutes is good, 12.53 - 13.58 is considered poor .
Now remember, this is not the only area they test you in. You still have your 300 meter sprint, push-ups and sit-ups. They factor all that in.
Okay, I hope this helps and thanks again!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for the response and thank you for providing these videos and answers. One quick follow up, at the initial PFQs how much rest time are you given in between events? 30 seconds, 5 min, 10 min? Thank you!
Hello @@jeffsmitth7974 . Thanks, this is actually a good question. Let me tell you what they did during my time. First is push-ups then sit-ups then the 300 meter sprint then the 1.5M run.
There was about 50 of us then they split that 50 into two groups. Within your group of about 25, you are paired with a PFQ buddy. That buddy of yours will count your pushups as your sternum touches his fist and will stabilize your feet for you during sit-ups. In between the push-ups and the sit-ups I would say you have about 2-3 minutes of rest. You also get some rest as you take turns holding the feet and counting for your buddy.
When done with the push-ups and sit-ups, you will do some stretching for a couple of minutes. I'll say you have about 5-10 minutes before the sprint.
During the sprint, your group will be broken down into several groups of four. You take turns doing the sprint and while waiting, you get some rest. After the sprint, everybody does the 1.5 mile run all together. They would say "Rabbits at the front, turtles at the back." You will be running at the pace you want but keep in mind: 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor!
I hope I answered your question Mr. Smith. Thanks again!
Sorry I’m still a bit confused... do you need a degree to join a specialized unit?
Hello. You don't need a degree to join a special unit. A degree however helps with pay and promotion and may even be a factor in getting admitted in a special unit.
Hi officer....im from Portugal and i really want to be a LAPD...i have a lot of questions....first one- can i do college in Portugal and be a police or do i have to do it there?
Hello Mr. Bro Tuga! Thanks for this excellent question Sir! Although it adds points towards the application process, the truth is that it doesn't matter to the LAPD which college you graduated from, locally or from outside the US. There are many things that affect your acceptance into the academy and college units or a diploma/diplomas is just a small fraction of it. You need to however, have an employment eligible status here in the US as a Greencard holder about to become a citizen (Application submitted) or of course a citizen. I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thanks...2nd question....once i have a green Card even if i dont have the requirements to applicate for the us citizenship i can still ask for it so i can get a job right? 3rd question- is it difficult for a portuguese/english citizen to get a green card?
Mr. @@orlanduca2567 The LAPD is very specific on this requirement:
The City of Los Angeles requires that a Police Officer candidate be a United States citizen, or that a non-citizen be a permanent resident alien who, in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is eligible and has applied for citizenship.
During the selection process, each non-citizen is required to prove that USCIS accepted his/her application for citizenship prior to the date the Police Officer written test was taken.
California State law requires that citizenship be granted within three years after the employment application date. For information regarding citizenship requirements, contact the USCIS.
Is it difficult for a Portugese/english citizen to get a greencard? I think this question Sir is best directed to Homeland Security... however, from a personal standpoint, I don't think they would treat a Portugese differently because they have systems in place. I think as long as you meet the requirements that make you eligible for citizenship, I think you have nothing to worry about.
I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thanks again....is there anyway to become automaticly a police detective instead of a street cop and after some years get promoted to detective? Who has more power a federal agent (FBI) or a cop/detective? Are your police colleagues friendly or are they kind of ruff? Sorry for so many questions 😅...
Hello again Mr. Tuga. If there is one thing I learned right away in the LAPD is that nothing happens "automatically," especially in promotions. They make you earn every step of the way. Even in the academy. They even make you earn the right to park inside the Ahmanson Recruit Training Center! Having said that, everyone needs to do their part in being a street cop out on patrol. This is simply something that everyone has to go through, besides, this is where you pick up the most fundamental principles of law enforcement that you will use as a tool throughout your career!
The rest of your questions Mr. Tuga, I'm sure you will find out after you pass academy training ; )
After probation do you get another Rookie as a partner or do you change partners frequently?
Hello Mr. Velasquez. Thanks for this question. It takes a while before they let you on your own. Passing the probation is just one step, being a seasoned officer who can handle a boot (rookie) is a process that takes years. If the division feels that you have proven yourself to be able to handle a boot then that's the time they will pair you with one but there are certain criterias to this. In the mean time you'll probably working with a PO3 who'll be teaching you the ropes. I hope this helps.
Currently P1's who have successfully completed their in field trng with their FTO's during Phase 1 and Phase 2 promote to Phase 3. Phase 3 probationers are deemed certified to work with P2's or P3's, P1's Phase 3 are not allowed to work with another Phase 3 probationer. Once they have completed Phase 3 they promote to P2 status. they are wheeled out to other divisions that they pick ie; Harbor, SE or 77th Division.
How long do your polygraph results take to see if you pass?
Hello Mr. Noel. If I remember it correctly, there's no pass or fail in the polygraph therefore there's really no results to wait for. However, they will use the results of your polygraph during the interview to validate some information you have given in relation to the results of your polygraph. The best indicator of passing the polygraph and interview in my opinion is when you receive the letter telling you to get ready for medical and psych eval.
Does family get to come during badge day and does somebody pin it on you? And after badge day you're still in academy for another month right?
Hello Mr. Rivas. Thanks for this question Sir! Badge Day is a very special day. Some people think it's more special than graduation because it's the day you actually become a "cop." Yes Sir, if I remember it correctly it's about 3-4 weeks before actual graduation. Family members are invited during Badge Day but they also tell you that it's not graduation yet and seats are limited so what they meant was bring mom, dad, wife, hubby... but not uncles, aunts and best friends yet. During the ceremony, each Recruit Officer will be handed his badge one by one and pose for the camera. After that, the recruits' family will be given the opportunity to pin the badge on the officer. In my case it was my parents who pinned the badge on me. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers who were married had their spouses do it but mostly, it was the parents.
Officer 1118 so for badge day it’s 5 months into the academy? What do you do the last month in the academy?
@@bryannoel5421 Yes Mr. Rivas, it's about 5 months into the academy. What do you do at the last few weeks of the academy? A lot of tactics and scenarios... as in a lot! You will spend a lot of time at the Davis Training Center in Granada Hills.
You left out the 300 meter sprint for the PFQ sir.
There you go! Thanks for the input Mr. Cameron! Appreciate it!
The PFQ consists of four events:
1) Maximum sit-ups in one minute.
2) 300-meter sprint.
3) Maximum push-ups in one minute, and.
4) 1.5 mile-run. This is the same physical fitness test that academy recruits take the third day of the police academy.
(Thanks again Mr. Cameron!)
@@LAPDOfficer1118 what do you mean by maximum
Hello @@mica_b_cutz , thanks for the question. What I meant by "maximum" is the most number of sit-ups or the most number of push-ups a candidate can do. Thank you very much and I hope this answers your question : )
Thanks for this important question Mr. @Austin Knowles . For the Sit-Ups, a good score would be about 42-46 per minute while a poor score will be 33-37 per minute. Anything that falls in between is fair. For Push-Ups, 37-44 per minute is good, 22-27 is poor. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor and finally, for the 300m sprint, 51-54 seconds is good and poor is a minute or more.
How many times a week do you run a week at the academy ? And what’s the farthest you run?
Hello Mr. Noel and thanks for the question Sir. We usually run 2-3 times a week but this could be more if your class tends to underperform (Physically or mentally). Your distance will gradually increase over time but they will start you off at about 1-2 miles. You will run inside the academy track, stairs and out on the streets as well. While running, they will test you a lot on Mission Statements, LAPD Policies, Directions (North, South, East, West of the streets you're on), etc. in the beginning. Towards the latter half of training, the questions will be replaced with cadences. I hope this helps Sir.
In this academy do you have to remove your window tint on your car?
Thank you for the question Mr. Jerrylee.
I don't recall them being very strict and in fact all they want to know is the year, make and model of your vehicle, probably some identifying info as well... they don't inspect your vehicle or anything like that.
However, Mr. Jerrylee... just to be on the safe side, I would recommend the following which applies to everybody anyways:
Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield.
Front Side windows: Aftermarket film must allow more than 88% of light in, or minimum 70% VLT if combined with factory-tinted windows.
Back Side windows: Any darkness can be used.
Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.
Keep this in mind Mr. Jerrylee... an officer 15 feet away from the vehicle must be able to see through your front windows with ease.
I hope this helps Sir.
Hi again Sir, Do you have any idea about the next academy date? I'm having problems finding answers. Thanks in advance
Hello Mr. Diaz, from what I understand they start a class every month. Have you completed the interview yet?
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Yes Sir I am in the Cert List (since October) but nobody knows when will be the next one because of budget issues. Any info from you will be a tremendous peace of mind.
Mr. @@AlexDiaz-zi9pj thanks for this question. If you have a job right now don't quit that job. In fact they say during recruitment to not quit your job until they send you the letter that states when your Orientation Day would be. It is pretty difficult for everybody right now, not excluding the City of LA for various and obvious reasons. My suggestion for you is to hang in there, give it a little bit more patience and keep in touch with them every week or so. You are very lucky to have reached the point of interview, you are pretty close. In the meantime, work on your exercises (runs, sit-ups, push-ups, etc.) and start memorizing the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics, etc... Good luck!
Thank you for your time and help Sr hopefully we'll meet one day! Stay safe
How many push ups and sit ups should you aim for in 1 minute?
Hello Mr. Ramirez, here's what I always kept in my mind during training:
If I could do more than 40 push ups in a minute, I know I'll be good.
If I could do more than 50 sit-ups in a minute, I know I'll be good.
I always try to strive for more, for better... but the above are my personal goals.
I hope this helps and thanks for the question!
If I have tried hard drugs a handful of times about 3 years back do you think I can still become a police officer???
Hi...
If you're clean, sober and ready to serve your community... if you feel that you really want and need this job... I would give it a shot if I were you.
BUT.. you tell them about your past. You don't hide it, that would be a big mistake.
You be honest, you pray and let them decide.
When all is said and done, at least you gave it a shot.
That is my best advice for you.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 ok I sure hope I can become a police officer it’s my dream job I can’t see myself doing anything else in life.. I’m going to definitely give it a shot and keep trying .. thanks for the reply
Hey office 1118 . I'm sixteen and I'm thinking can i join the police academy at 18 years old when I graduate from high school 🏫??
Hello! Thanks for this awesome question!
Unfortunately, you have to be 21 before joining the academy.
But please, don't lose hope!
This is my suggestion to you:
1. See how you could join the LAPD Cadet Program, look it up. I'm sure it will help.
Here's the website: www.lapdcadets.com/join
2. After graduation from High School, go to college, get an Associate's Degree at least. This will help you a lot and it is a substitute for a High School Diploma.
I know you're excited about this and I am happy for you but this is a process that you can't rush so take your time and prepare now.
You know how you can prepare now? Surround yourself with good friends, positive friends, don't do drugs, do a good job in school, make sure your teachers know that you're a good student, participate in school activities especially sports! All these things, believe it or not, will increase your chances in wearing that blue uniform one day! Good luck!
Hello, what is the minimum pass time for the mile and a half?
Hello Mr. Tamir. For the 1.5 mile run, 10.34-11.27 minutes is good, 12.53-13.58 is poor. Try to keep "10 minutes" in mind. I hope this helps and thanks for the question Sir!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you!!
Do you still get pepper sprayed (oc spray) in the academy?
Yes Sir... and Tased as well... it's a rite of passage.
What if I live an hour outside of LA, can I still join?
Hello. Some of my fellow recruit officers were from out of state. Those who lived far rented an apartment short term closer to LA or stayed with relatives to be close to the training centers.
Do you recommend any books to study for LAPD?
No need for books Ma'am.
But here are some tips:
Know the LAPD Mission Statement by heart and be able to recite it while doing push-ups, Know the LAPD Core Values, Memorize LAPD Phonetics (A=Adam, B=Boy, etc.) which are very different from military phonetics and practice your facing movements... if you know all these the first few weeks will be a little easier.
What was the oldest recruit at the academy?
Hello Mr. Does, am honestly not sure but in my class we had a 34 year old and in other classes, some Officer Recruits were well in their 50's Sir. I hope this helps and thank you Sir for the question!
I had one recuit with me that was 54 and many 30's we all graduated. The focus would not be how old but how can you perform and use your life lessons to better the academy class.
Is the police academy free what is the total expenses of uniform and stuff
Hello Mr. Neil. Most of your initial uniform needs you will have to pay for. Some of the equipment will be "lent" to you by the LAPD. The initial cost of your uniforms and other necessities I would estimate to be around $1,500. You will spend more after academy training because you need to purchase more equipment as you go out on your watch.
Hello, my fiance and I are about to sign a lease for an apartment near Dodger Stadium. He chose this location to be closer to the academy. After watching your videos, I fear that he made the wrong decision. It looks like the academy is near LAX. is that really true? He's entering as a patrol officer.
Hello! This is actually a great question! I assume your fiance is about to get into the academy. FYI, you didn't make the wrong decision! So don't feel bad, you're in a good spot. I actually live close to the Dodger Stadium area and I found this location convenient and why you may ask? Because it is halfway from The Ahmanson Recruit Training Center (ARTC, which is near LAX) and the Davis Training Facility in Granada Hills. Let me tell you this, we spent very little time at the actual police academy at Elysian Park, like I said, it's more of a "ceremonial" place. We spent a lot of time on theoreticals at the ARTC near LAX in the beginning of training and then towards the latter half of the six months, a lot of time spent in Granada Hills for marksmanship and tactics . It is my personal opinion that you folks chose wisely... thanks again for the question!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Ah Thank you so much!! I was low-key panicking and started looking into Culver City. Thanks again!
As a helicopter pilot in the LAPD , what rank can I reach ?
Hello Mr. Balboa and thanks for the question Sir. I know that the Commanding Officer of ASD is a Captain II. I found a couple of sites that may help answer your question:
aliveemployeesclub.com/201908_lapd_helicopter_the-law-in-the-sky/
www.lapdonline.org/join_the_team/content_basic_view/9127
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Hi 1118. I would to know , if a commander or a Deputy chief could still be in the ASD or he needs to move to some other dept. and lose his pilot position ?
Mr. @@mayo250 although your question is beyond the scope of this video, I tried to find the answer for you as a courtesy. In 1974 Commander Paul Gillen died in a helicopter crash he was piloting for a Swat team. I guess you can be a Commander and keep your wings. I don't know if you could be a Deputy Chief and keep your wings, I think that's a question best directed to Command Staff. Thanks for the question!
www.lapdonline.org/officers_killed_in_the_line_of_duty/comm_bio_view/57566
Do they give a lot of homework in Academy?
Thanks for the question Sir. The first days of the academy are tough. Lots of paper work, lots of physical activities and a lot of information they expect you to memorize. This is why I say in my videos, try to memorize as much as you can before training. Most of the homework really are 15.07 Forms which you have to fill up somewhat essay style. These forms are given to you on the first day and you have to make copies of those because it's a regular form that you fill up every time you or your class basically "screws up." Other than that, it's mostly reviewing and studying... a lot of studying! You probably get home at around 3-4 PM and this is where your time management skills are tested. You need to be able to study, get stuff ready for the next day and get some paper work done all before 8-9 PM which is the time you are recommended to hit the sack. I hope this helps and good luck!
Thank you sir. I am currently in the Backgrounds and then my last step would be Psych.
Excellent! @@mubashir7368 Good luck!!! Don't get frustrated that sometimes it takes BI a while, some BIs take months. It all depends on your history and how many applicants are being processed. A lot of movements, a lot of work history, etc. translates to longer BIs.
mubalicious how’s your process going? Do you have an academy date ?
mubalicious did you pass your background and psych ?
What if you write shorts paragraphs
Hello Mr. Quiroga. Thanks for the question Sir. They usually recommend about 3-4 paragraphs for each question. Again and in my opinion, the meat of your response matter more than the number of paragraphs. Here are some tips for you Sir and good luck:
1. Stay on topic.
2. Avoid using big words, stay simple and direct to the point.
3. Make sure you answer the question in its entirety (Super Important)!
4. Use good examples of how you handled a situation, showcase your skill/talent!
5. Write nicely/legibly.
How foreginers can recruite in LAPD?
Mr. Khalid, a candidate must be a US Citizen or in the process of becoming a US Citizen Sir. Thanks for the question.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thankyou again officer...God bless you..amen..
I hope you see this, but can you still go to school and still be a cop ?
Hello Miss Emily. This is actually an excellent question. There are officers in the LAPD who were able to get their Bachelor's Degrees while being Police Officers. It is not easy but it is not impossible and the department may even help with the cost of tuition. I hope this helps.