Good afternoon sir, I just wanted to thank you for the information. A few months back you gave me some information about the academy that was very helpful to me prior to me starting the academy. I wanted to let you know I graduate the academy this upcoming Friday and the info you gave me stood true. I appreciate it. Thank you again and stay safe
Good morning Officer Russell! Before I went to the academy, I never saw a video or webpage that gave out the little details that could help someone survive the academy. This is the purpose of my videos. I am very happy for you and I appreciate the feedback very much. Like I said, if I am able to help just one person, all these is worth it! Please be safe out there! Don't forget what I said about what to do right after graduation: Get your stuff ready, visit your station, get familiar with the people in the station, bring donuts (even if they have 30 boxes of donuts and bagels in the lunch room), drive around your area of responsibility, study your terrain, buildings, street names, don't be salty and remember, you're a boot until they say you're no longer one! So always be respectful and pay attention! You won't realize it yet but all these little things will play an important role during your probation. Good luck and I salute you!!!
Officer 1118 thank you so much sir. Officer Russell has a good ring to it lol. I’ve already visited my station, met with captains and my P1 coordinator and they told me the same thing so I know it’s true! I’m going in with a humble heart, big eyes and open ears.
I'm 17 and I aspire to join SMPD or LAPD when I'm old enough. Some days I struggle to get up, but this is pure motivation and it helps so much. Thank you for your work.
Hello Everyone. I have been getting some questions via email. Some of the questions are really outstanding in my opinion and should be shared with everyone especially those who are about to jump into training. For this reason I have decided to share some of the questions and corresponding answers with respect to the privacy of those who asked: 1. Do you remember by any chance what the medical exam included? Medical Exam - Hair sample, urine sample, paperwork to fill out, treadmill run, hearing/audio test, eye/visual/color blind test, you may get shots (immunization, etc.), breathing test… wear appropriate undergarments and rubber shoes/running shoes. If you haven't done your Psychological Evaluation, they might do it the same day as your Medical Exam. 2. When you go the academy, do they do another medical examination i.e. hearing, vision, and etc? There are no more medical tests while in the academy. However, don't be surprised if they do a random "Whiz Quiz" more commonly known as a urine test. 3. I will start training in 2 weeks, what do you suggest me doing at this point? 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. 4. Does most of the academy take place at ARTC? Most academics and physical training are done in ARTC. Tactics are mostly done in the Davis Training Center in Granada Hills. Every now and then, you'll find yourself in the Elysian Park Police Academy Training Center (By Dodger Stadium) but mostly for ceremonial purposes like Badge Day and Graduation. The first few weeks will be spent heavily in ARTC though as you learn the fundamentals. Folks, PLEASE make sure you watch the 3rd video when it gets published, you will find the rest of the answers there and it will give you a WEALTH of information to prepare you more in the coming weeks, while you're in and even after graduation! Thank you very much, good luck and welcome to the LAPD Family!
Civilian here. All I ask from people watching interested in enrolling, please only do so if you truly have aspirations to become a cop and not just a “fall back” with relatively high salary.
Hello officer, please upload more it encourages teens like me seeing a Lapd officer get into the explanation of all of this! Oh and I kinda find it entertaining for some reason!
Hello @@shuaibb8992 . I don't know if there's an alternative to the birth certificate requirement, in fact they asked for mine twice. I think this question is best directed to someone who is in recruitment and processing. Try calling (866) 444-LAPD. Thanks for the question and good luck!
Thank you so much for the information.Also y have one question, ¿what if I have a High School Diploma from Mexico? I'm a US Citizen and also meet all the requirements but I completed my High School in Mexico, I would really want to become part of the LAPD and serve my country.And that is my question I hope you can help me with that. Thank you so much for the videos.Just motivated me more. ❤🚔
Hello Mr. Mills. The LAPD is very specific on it's educational requirements which states: "Graduation from a U.S. High School, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate. A two- or four-year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirement." What I would recommend/suggest you to do is either get your High School diploma and transcripts for "accreditation." But before you do that try to contact a recruiter or at least send an email through www.joinlapd.com . What they want to see is that your HS diploma is comparable to a High School institution in the US. This is actually a very valid and interesting question you asked Mr. Mills and please keep us posted. I'm sure a lot of other potential candidates have similar questions. Thank you so much and good luck!
You actually are a good youtuber, responding to comments even if it’s new, you proof that you actually care about ur comments and know all about Lapd work. You earn my subs from alt and this acc,!
Thank you very much Sir. I try my best to educate all those who are interested, based of course on my own personal experience. Some of the questions I honestly do not know the answer to but I try to find it all in the efforts of dissemination of information. When I was preparing for the academy, I didn't see any video online that would help me figure out the "little" details. I had to painstakingly do research, ask the right questions and even make mistakes and get punished to learn the answers to my questions. The purpose of my channel is so that candidates would already learn and know what I didn't. I try to make it easier for them so they don't have to go through what I went through. Every now and then, I would get a negative comment, nothing educational, just hurtful. I delete those right away because it does not serve the purpose of my channel. The good news is that 99% of the time, people just want to learn, get educated and they are very appreciative like you! This is what keeps me going! Thank you for the nice words.
One last question, Does the Lapd control Los Angeles or is broken up into different cities? I want to work in all of Los Angeles so would you say sheriffs office is a great choice?
@@shuaibb8992 The LAPD supplies Officers to the greater Los Angeles areas including cities adjacent to. If you want to work in a greater coverage of Los Angeles, yes the Sheriff's office may also be a good choice.
@@davoneosby2005 I am not very familiar with the process for being expedited. I believe certain circumstances need to be met for that. All I know is that I went through the regular process, not expedited. It took me about 4-5 months to join the academy. Some may get processed faster than others if the person did not move a lot residence wise, went to just a few schools or didn't switch employment a lot making the background investigation a lot simpler. Thanks for the question : )
Hello Mr. Osby. Thank you for your question Sir. I would advise against any use of drugs, especially recreational and habit forming ones before trying to qualify for the recruitment process. They will ask you about this during background investigation, during your polygraph and you really do not want any substance to show up on your medical tests where they will collect hair and urine samples. Here's a tip Mr. Osby, avoid drugs and just be straight forward with them.
Hello Mr. Lizardi. I will answer your question with my own personal experience. When you're going to the interview, a bald or shaved head is not a requirement. When they interviewed me, I wasn't bald or shaved all the way but I had really short hair, they were just stubs on my head! However, when I got there, I noticed everyone else they were interviewing was shaved bald! I felt like I stuck out in a bad way and for the wrong reasons. Although I was lucky enough to get in, If I could turn back time I would just shave my head to show them I am serious about this and I have the right mindset for the job!
Good for you to make a video to help others out. I JUST retired after 25 yrs w a major city. My two cents , stay out of trouble. Dont hang with people who are trouble makers, and driver resposnibly. There arr many factors and when I went thru it was tough... be realistic, not everyone is cut out to be a cop. Good luck to all. Police work is so different now. My hats off to you all.
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. 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.
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It's funny, you are required to have prior 1 year of armed Security experience before applying for a $21/hr armed Security job. But apply a for job as a police officer with no firearm experience, you're hired.
Thank you for the statement Mr. Dizzoe Sir. I believe the training for an armed security personnel is about 40 hours if I'm not mistaken. The training to become an LAPD officer is about 6 months plus probation. Not because you get "hired" means they give you a pistol and make you patrol the streets on day one. It's a process Mr. Dizzoe. The first 6 months after you get "hired" you will be subjected to intense training and you're not even considered a Police Officer, you're a "Recruit Officer." I hope this clarifies things for you Mr. Dizzoe Sir, again thanks for the statement and be healthy and safe out there.
Thank you for the question Ma'am. You need to be legally in the US to be allowed into the LAPD and if you're not a US Citizen you need to have started the application process.
Great vid! I will be wrapping up my sophomore year of college and will be receiving my AA during the summer. I plan to apply in January 2020. On January 18th there is a hiring seminar held which I am interested in. I would be taking the written test and PFQ all on that same day. I am also a college athlete and in good shape. Say I was to apply and take the written and PFQ without showing up to CAP, how do you think that’ll look? I am confident in my ability to pass the PFQ. I would definitely show up to CAP throughout the rest of the process leading up to the department interview.
Hello Jace. It seems that you are on the right track! Good luck on the PFQ and written test. CAPs is not mandatory but I HIGHLY recommend it because it gives you a lot of edge during the interview process! Like I always say, this is one of the first things they look at during your time with the oral board. It's fine to take the PFQ before attending CAPs, in fact this is what I personally did. If you are not satisfied with your initial score, you can always try again and better yourself on the next PFQ.
Hello diazjosh23, thanks for the question Sir! Getting fired from a job is not an automatic disqualifier. However, your background investigator will definitely look into it. The BEST thing you can do about this, is to be 100% HONEST about it! If you keep some information from the investigator, they will find out anyways and these will be points against your integrity.
Hello, I am currently in the process for LAPD. I was looking through the comments and I saw that you said something about only 1/3 pass probation. Is there any way you can explain that?? It’s the probationary period after you’ve been hired right??? What’s the main reason people don’t pass it??
Hello Miss Suzy. Thanks for this excellent question. Yes, this is the sad truth that no one wants to talk about but your Drill Instructors will definitely mention this to you during your six months of adventure in the academy! Passing the academy does not guarantee many years of employment in the LAPD. Like I always say, LAPDs filter is not the academy, it's the probationary period. You may be one of the best in your class, but it doesn't mean anything out on the streets. There are many factors that contribute to an officer being unable to pass the probationary period including repeated errors in tactics, common sense out in the field, how you react in tense situations, immaturity is a big issue and even being assigned to "Boot Killer" Training Officers who will dump "Unsats" (Unsatisfactory Performance) on your records because they think you're not doing good and/or that you'll just end up as a liability for the department. Police Officers are a rare breed Miss Flores, the cops that have been with the department for a long time, those are field-tested officers, the cream of the crop, they are a very tight-knit community that is very unwelcoming. They survived the tough streets on their watch where a lot failed. Although I wish everyone good luck Miss Suzy Flores, I hate to say this but it also helps to have a Plan B.
Hello Mr. Quiroga, thanks for the question. The written test will be in english, communication in the academy is in english and when you write reports, you'd be writing in english. You don't need to have mastered the english language and in fact they discourage the use of "big words" especially during the written test. Having said that, it is good to have a basic working knowledge of the english language. But FYI, knowing how to speak spanish is a big bonus and will definitely work for you. There are many instances out in the field when you need to communicate with people who only speak spanish. I hope I answered your question. Thanks again Sir!
Hello Mr. Shakur and thanks for the question. Most entrance exams are written essays. 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.
Officer 1118 thank you for your reply! I’m very excited and eager to get the process started. I’m already putting it in the air that I’m going to get this job. How many paragraphs do you recommend I write for the essay questions. I was thinking 3-4. Introduction, one to two bodies and the conclusion.
@@malachishakur That sounds like a good plan. However, instead of the number of paragraphs, they will be looking more into the meat of your response. 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! Here's a tip Mr. Shakur: 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.
Officer 1118 thank you so much! I always tell myself that you can never go wrong with being simple. Sticking to what works. I know using proper grammar and just being able to explain yourself without the reading getting lost is key. I feel I will do well in the written part and all other parts of the process. Just ready to be apart of this LAPD family and start this fruitful career
Hello Mr. Martinez. My background investigation didn't take very long. About 6-8 weeks if I guessed it correctly. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers took a lot longer, like a few months. This again, all depends on how many places of residence, personal activities, number of jobs, employers you've had in the past couple of years. I spoke briefly I think with my BI just to clarify some information but other than that, no real communication. I've had fellow Recruit Officers who never even met or spoke to their background investigators. I hope this answers your question Sir. Thanks...
Hello Mr. Tony Balboa, unfortunately as a new guy I don't have a lot of personal info on the folks from Air Support Division. I do know that the Commanding Officer of ASD is a Captain II (Capt. Sean Parker). I did a little bit of looking around for you and I found a couple of sites that may help answer your question. Here are the links Sir and good luck! aliveemployeesclub.com/201908_lapd_helicopter_the-law-in-the-sky/ www.lapdonline.org/join_the_team/content_basic_view/9127
(Copied response from your other question) Mr. Tony Balboa 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
Hi. Do you think a trespassing charge that resulted in a fine (I didn't go to court and I was not convicted) will be a DQ? This happened when i was 14 years old. I'm now 24 and graduated college. I was an idiot back then and I trespassed on someone's balcony as a dare lol.
Hello. Thanks for the message. I have seen and heard of worse issues but it wasn't an automatic DQ. If I were you, I would try and remember, BE HONEST. Good Luck!
Hello. Hope you’re a staying safe out there. I’m interested in applying for LAPD. Just a few questions. 1.Are they still hiring giving the political climate? 2. Do they place you at the station of their choice or do they consider where you live/preference of where the candidate would like be stationed in ? 3. Lastly, how long are you in patrol ? Let’s say if you’re looking to promote to detective
Hello! Thank you for these excellent questions! I'll try to answer them for you: 1. Yes the LAPD is continuously hiring. The political climate does not affect the LAPD's need for new recruits as older officers resign or retire. The need for new officers is constant and in fact a new class starts every 28 days. 2. Before graduating from the academy, you will be given, sort of, a "wish-list" of up to three division assignments. However, in the end they will be assigning you to a division that badly needs new recruits and when they do, they will actually consider your place of residence. They do not want you to be too far from home yet not too close to your residential address that people will recognize you or you're a familiar figure in the neighborhood. 3. You need to have at least 4-5 years of patrol experience before you're given the opportunity to move up the ladder as a detective or sergeant. Performance, skills, politics, demand, etc. all play an important role in this process. Thanks again Sir and I hope I answered your questions to your satisfaction.
Hello Mr. @@josephsparacio9641 I apologize, I must have missed this question of yours Sir. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers have college degrees, some were from out of state as well. I believe we all did well and we all passed. A degree in Criminal Justice is definitely a golden arrow in your quiver Mr. Sparacio!
Some buzz, some full... thank you for the question... but here's the point... you intend to show them you are ready for what is ahead. I hope this helps.
Most people who go thru the academy does not get sick but every now and then there would be that one person. If I remember it correctly, the most they will give you is one day off. After one day, your continued participation becomes questionable. I hope this helps and thank you for the question!
Hello John. Thanks for the question. See page 11 of this document: assets.website-files.com/63db1d04e804176dcb525fc5/643a384a03d2932a85a0a879_CAP%20Manual.pdf Good Luck!
Hello. The answer is yes and the LAPD has very specific rules about this: 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. I hope this helps and good luck!
Hello Mr. Steven. Thanks for the question. The answer is that you will be receiving most of your gear and uniform on Orientation Day. Whatever you don't receive you will be asked to secure within the week. Make sure you watch Part 2 and Part 3 of my video series so you get a little heads-up on the stuff that you'll need. Good Luck!!!
Good afternoon sir, I just was told I passed the last step which was the psychological evaluation. Was told I may do the pre academy on the 15th of august and the academy on the 29th. Was already asked about my waist size etc. Do you know how long I'd get the full information about it and is their anything I should do to prepare other than CAPS? - Thank you
Hello Mr. Ibarra. Congratulations! You can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel Sir. Since you're already doing CAPs, here's some suggestions: 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!
This is a good question and I wish I have more information for you. I know you have to be a citizen or is eligible and has applied to be one. I'm sorry I do not have much info about Dual Citizens. I think the best people to talk to are the recruiting officers. Good luck and if you find the answer please share it with us. Thank you!
Hello Mr. Delgado. Thanks for the question. I'm sure a lot of people have this question in their minds as well. My answer is simple: Think about $30.00 an hour.
Officer 1118 Thank you, I’m just trying to budget myself now so if I do make it to the academy, I know what to expect income wise. Your videos are a great help!
Hello Mr. Herrera. First of all thank you for enlisting in the Marines and thank you for your service Sir (Semper Fi!). In our class, those who had previous military experience did incredibly well. Why? Because these Recruit Officers have already gone through military boot camp, they already have the discipline and camaraderie instilled in them and they can act very well under stressful conditions. A military service is definitely going to positively contribute to your future in law enforcement Sir!
My fellow Recruit Officers actually came from a variety of MOS @@cristianherrera5673 but I'm guessing that anything along the line of Military Police and Corrections (MP) would be best but that's just my personal opinion.
@@cristianherrera5673 highly disciplined unit, warriors by heart... I don't see why it won't help you in a future as a law enforcement officer Mr. Herrera. I believe it is also a good choice.
Hello Nugget. Thanks for the question. Yours is a simple question but there are many factors involved so here is my response: During academy training you will have about 2-3 short quizzes or tests every week but every month or so there will be a big written examination which you really need to study for. They are all written exams but towards the end of training, there would be a lot of scenarios where you exercise and practice the tactics you were taught. Some are simply for training but some are Pass or Fail tests. There are many reasons why a candidate could fail scenario tests, for example, not removing your finger from the trigger after shooting, shooting an innocent civilian, etc. The Ambush Scenario and the Night Time Shotgun Scenario are tests that would really challenge your skills and patience. When you fail a first attempt, they make you sign a piece of paper that says if you fail again, you will be removed from the academy immediately. Luckily, most Recruit Officers quickly learn from their mistakes and are able to recover after the second attempt. They always remind us during scenarios that in the academy, it's pass or fail, but out on the streets, it's life or death! The big exams depend on what you've been studying in the past few weeks. Subjects include illegal substances, citations, domestic violence, illegal firearms, concealed weapons, etc. The questions are often multiple choice. To be physically successful in the academy make sure you don't neglect physical core exercises like running, pushups and situps. To be academically successful in the academy, try to join study groups, use flash cards, take lots of notes and pay attention to detail. I hope this answers your question.
Need advice....I just passed the LAPD written test and working on my Personal History application. I also have an appointment to take the test for LASD next month. I am 50 yr old. I am physically able to do the job(I think) I want to know your opinion on how what is the best agency would fit better for me.
Hello Sir. Thanks for the question. I think this is a question Sir that only you would be able to answer. A delicate balance of pros and cons that would matter within yourself. When you ask an LAPD officer he/she would say, LAPD is the best for you! When you ask a deputy or an officer from the Sheriff's department, they would say LASD or nothing! But in my humble opinion Sir, the key to this answer is within you. My suggestion Sir, if you would take it, is this, talk to several officers from both organizations... in person... not online. Ask questions regarding benefits, pay, employment stability, turnover rate and most of all, how each agency would meet your long term goal. Good luck Sir and I wish you all the best.
Hello Mr. Lopez. Polygraph questions will be based on your psych eval and the questionnaire you filled out upon initial application. They ask questions that disclose your character... repeatedly! They want to see if there are any changes to your responses. NEVER watch a video online on how to cheat the polygraph test. I hope this answers your question, thank you!
Polygraph questions will be based on your psych eval and the questionnaire you filled out upon initial application. They ask questions that disclose your character... repeatedly! They want to see if there are any changes to your responses. NEVER watch a video online on how to cheat the polygraph test! They have some college programs but these are things that you have to earn later on. The LAPD is an education-friendly institution but candidates should not join the LAPD to "make money for college" it's not like the military. I hope the above answers your questions.
Mr. Noel you ask some of the best questions Sir!!! Thank you for that! During CAPs training, you have to buy everything. The ones that you use during academy training, including shorts, pants and shirts that are personalized, you actually pay for ahead of time and if I remember it correctly, they give those to you during Orientation Day or at least during the first weeks of training.
Good question. When they have a question they will contact you but your friends, family, neighbors, high school teachers, etc... will definitely know him!
Sir, for filling out your PHS and I received my driver record from the DMV with no violations. But I know I received a ticket years ago but have no records of it. What do you recommend when filling out the PHS
Hello Mr. Delarosa. My suggestion is to be honest. That is the secret. They will know anyways. Better to come from you. You don't want this haunting you in the future. Honesty will set you free and give you peace of mind. Good luck!
Hi! My written test will be within this week online. Can you give me tips how to review? Did you buy some reviewers online? Are those reliable? I have no one to ask. Thank you so much for your videos though.
Hello Jesus. They are big on grammar and sentence construction when I took the test. I'm not sure how they do it these days with Covid19 and all. I didn't buy any reviewers. If they still do the essay, avoid using big words, just be straight to the point. I hope this helps, good luck!
Hello Mr. Noel. The first week overall is very demanding, physically and mentally as expected from any academy training. But you have prepared for this week for many months so you should be ready and you have convinced yourself you can do this. The best preparation is in your mind! You get a general schedule for the first week, after that when squad leaders and other leadership positions have been assigned, schedule is given ahead of time and details will trickle down from leadership. I hope this helps.
Hello Mr. Garcia. I have fellow Recruit Officers who were EMTs and they did fairly well in training. Any training you have in saving lives will definitely come in handy after academy.
Will they tell me before entering the academy everything I will need, like running clothes etc..? Another question is will they supply the running clothes and sweat pants with the name?
Hello Mr. Rivas. One week before training starts will be your Orientation Day. On this day, you will be given a LOT of INFORMATION! From training, to schedules, to equipment, to insurance coverages, etc. This is also the day you will be given most of the uniforms (But not all) you will need including those for physical activities, personalized or not. But please be informed that this is for academy training already. The light grey running clothes with your name on it for use during CAPs must be acquired by you.
Thank you for the comment. Actually, the LAPD gives everyone who meets the qualifications a fair chance. It's challenging to get in and pass the academy but definitely not impossible. The real challenge is keeping the job. Thanks again Sir.
Hello Mr. Valdez. 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. 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. I hope this helps Sir.
Hello sir I have a few questions. I applied for the LASD almost a year ago. I’ve been in the background process for months almost a year(due to the departments defunding). My application is about to expire in October. If your application goes over a year you need to reapply and redo everything again. So I’m basically starting from scratch again. My BI told me it’s going to take a while. But I’m not sure if I’m willing to wait that much longer. How is the background status in LAPD compared to LASD ? Are you guys short on academy’s ? How is the LAPD different to LASD as a department ? Thank you
Hello. Thanks for the question. It's the same everywhere. I wish it was better but that is the unfortunate truth. Lack of funds, lack of personnel. When you're at the LASD, they tell you the LASD is the best. When you're in the LAPD, they tell you the LAPD is the best. Both law enforcement entities, both good at what they do. It's just a personal choice for anyone who wishes to join. I hope this helps...
I’m a LAPD Cadet and I plan on joining the reserves in a few months after I graduate high school, is the process and training similar? also would it be a bad idea to show up to the interviews with military boots? And will asthma effect my chances to get in even if I pass all the physical tests?
Hello Mr. Sajid Rahman. The screening, process and training is very similar if not the same to become a reserve officer. If you're 21, I assume that you're applying for Level I or II Officer Reserve (250 Hours of training). If you're only 18, I assume you're applying for Level III Reserve (Unarmed, 240 hours of training). Until you turn 21, you cannot be an armed reserve officer. During my interview I noticed some wearing military boots, I don't think it's an issue. It's how you present yourself among other factors. In our class, there were a couple of Officers who had asthma but made it through the medical screening process. Good luck Sir and I hope this helps.
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.
Thanks for the question Mr. Gutierrez. On Orientation Day, one week before the Black Line or the first day of academy training, you will receive your gear and supplies, most of which you paid for. This includes your boots. When I knew what brand and style they wanted us to use for uniformity, I ordered a couple more pairs online. The reason I did that is because I wanted to have reserves in case they break, wear out, etc. and it also gave me the opportunity to focus on studying instead of polishing my boots every night. Because I had extras, I polished my boots on weekends and once during the weekday trainings instead of everyday. These are the same boots you will use out on patrol after graduation. I used all the boots alternately so that at the end of training, none of them were brand new from the box. I hope this helps Sir.
So far this is the closest I’ve been to having an Idea what the modern process is on Joining the LAPD . I’m in my last two stages ,field investigation has been a month so far and I get fingerprinted tomorrow and turn in personal paperwork like social security,birth certificate etc. and meet with my B.I. I’m all in as soon as Im Academy certified. Any word on how you get notified that you’ve been accepted into the academy and what was you initial reaction?
Hello Mr. Andrew, congratulations, at this point you can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel! In my experience and this was in 2018, I received a letter telling me to report for "Family Orientation Day" and "Black Line." Family Orientation Day is where you come in with your family and they give you details on what to expect for the next 6 months, for some weird reason, there's a lot of emphasis on holidays and schedule. It is also the day you receive most of your gear and sign up for insurance coverages, charity programs, etc. A lot of paperwork this day and they start very early, like 5:00 AM early! A week after orientation day is the black line, this is the actual beginning of your training. You will be wearing the black suit for this day. It will be a "fun" day as you will learn in a couple of weeks. My initial reaction was... "YES!!!".... my reaction immediately after that was "Oh Shit!"... I guess that makes me human. Here's a tip: BI's are very busy and they could easily misplace or lose your paperwork so have extra copies or everything! Again, good luck and WELCOME the the LAPD family!
Hello! Do you know which test the LAPD uses in order to detect colorblindness? Is there a waiver or an alternative exam in case you fail the colorblind test?
Hello Mr. Navarro. I am not an authority nor an expert on this but let me try to address your question. The LAPD color blind test is or similar to the Ishiwara Color Blind Test if I'm not mistaken. There were three sets, Red/Green, Blue/Yellow and Total Color Blind. They try to detect if a candidate has color blindness and if yes, how severe? I am not quite sure if there are any alternatives or waiver to this as this is obviously very critical out in the field.
Hello Miss Gomez. Thanks for the question Ma'am. In Part II of this video series, around 9:10 into the video, I talk a little bit about footwear including the black Durashock Bates boots that we used and here's the link to that video Ma'am: ruclips.net/video/tFj0pNKS9AA/видео.html
Thank you for the question. Your transcript will be evaluated and needs to go through accreditation. If recruitment thinks that your education is similar/comparable to or at par with US High School education then you may qualify. It is best to ask someone from recruitment, you may try to contact them through the website www.joinlapd.com.
One more thing, I believe LAPD also accepts a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate, try to look into that avenue as well.
Hi Ernie... you should ask yourself this question: Do I want to be an LAPD Officer or do I want to be a Sheriff? Now you have to think deeply about this. Where do you see yourself ten years from now? Your decision now will affect your life Mr. Sanchez. Keep this in mind, in the LAPD, a third to more than half of graduates will not pass probation. I do not know how it is with the Sheriffs but you need to consider this. Good Luck and thanks for the question! Be safe out there!
Hello. It's basically your lie detector test. Sensors strapped to your body attached to a computer that measures your body's reaction to certain responses.
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but what if i have a high school diploma but not from a US institution can i still become a lapd cop?
Hello Miss Mylene Methorst. The LAPD is very specific on it's educational requirements which states: "Graduation from a U.S. High School, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate. A two- or four-year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirement." What I would recommend/suggest you to do is either get your High School diploma and transcripts for "accreditation." But before you do that try to contact a recruiter or at least send an email through www.joinlapd.com that way you know what they would ask of you. Thanks, I hope this helps and good luck Ma'am.
Thank you so much for the information sir but I have one additional question if I may and hopefully you can answer it. Say if I get a Permanent Resident through a fiancée visa and been staying in the USA for a year and not applied for citizenship because as per immigration I can only apply for citizenship 90 days prior to the expiration of my visa. Does this mean I cant apply for LAPD during these times when I still haven't applied for citizenship yet?
Hello Mr. Rocena. You are correct Sir. Unfortunately you have to be a US Citizen or in the process of becoming a US Citizen to become eligible for application into the academy.
Hello Mr. Rodriguez. Thanks for the question. Although not necessary, it is BEST to attend Orientation Day with a shaved head. Why? Everybody would attend with a shaved head! You don't really want to stick out that way. Good luck!
You're most welcome Mr. @@christianrodriguez7597 . Pay very close attention during Orientation Day. This is the day where you will get your supplies including your boots on toop of receiving a lot of instructions and information. You MUST START POLISHING your boots the day they give it to you! It takes time to get the kind of shine they smile upon. DO NOT have your boots polished by a professional, you haven't earned that privilege yet and trust me they will know! Also during Orientation Day, try to bring a parent or both parents if not your spouse, someone from family who lives with you as much as possible. Training in the academy is difficult in the training grounds and at home, you need a "Home Team" to support you. Good Luck!
Hello Mr. Trinidades, there is no cut off age Sir, the LAPD being an equal opportunity employer. I had a fellow Recruit Officer who was 35 years old and I also know of some Recruit Officers in other classes who are well above 50 years old. As long as you can pass the Physical Fitness Qualification tests (PFQs) and the other requirements (Health, Psychology, etc.), you are good to go!
Hello Officer, I was just wondering how long ur Background took and how long did it take for u to get a call from LAPD to say that ure hired after u finished ur whole process.
Hello Mr. David Huynh Sir. Thanks for the question. In my experience, from the application for written test to CAPs to that letter that tells me to report for Orientation Day and first day at the Black Line, was about 6-8 months. 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.
You mean the training? Yes. You don't just jump into a specialized unit. You earn that "promotion" and it takes time. Sometimes you are invited in but that means you're showing incredible performance!
Hello Miss Pineda. 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. Good luck!
Hello Mr. Holmes. This is a very good question and the answer really is different for every person. I have fellow Recruit Officers who somewhat struggled academically in certain areas but were superb tactically! In my personal experience, the most difficult area was not even in the academy. It was being a boot during probation. Having said that, I wish you all the best and let me tell you something our training officers always tell us: "...compared to what's out there on the streets, the Police Academy is like Disneyland."
@@keenanholmes9146 Mr. Holmes most of the candidates graduate from the academy. The real acid-test is the probation. Only one out of three will pass probation.
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. PT is not done daily, it's done about 3-4 times a week and the closer you get to graduation day (About 2 months before Badge Day) you'll be doing very little PT as you now focus on scenarios, tactics and academics. However, depending on how your class performs, this may change! Push-ups are a daily thing especially in the first couple of months. If your class is well organized and performs very well, you may see less of these later on as in 20 push ups in the morning and that's about it. I hope this helps.
@@chrisigarashi7618 Congratulations Chris! Now... 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 God Bless!!! Welcome to the LAPD Family!!!
Hello Ben, thanks for the question. AJ is correct! You have to be 21 years old or 20 years old during application and should be 21 before academy graduation. So... if you're 18, my suggestion is consider going to college or take some college subjects, it will help you become a better candidate.
I recommend you to join US army active duty for 3 years until you reach the required age. That would be perfect stepping stone for you. You'll gain little bit of experience and discipline. Especially physically and psychologically.
@@emilj8337 Ben Dover, if college is not in your plans, Emil is correct, a military service would help you a lot as well. The LAPD recognizes the discipline that is already instilled in the minds of former military personnel not to mention the physical training they already went through. In my class, all those who had previous military experiences did incredibly well.
Thank you for the question Mr. Quijano. The LAPD requires that a candidate be a US citizen or in the process (Application submitted) of becoming a US citizen Sir.
Mr. @@unstoppable5050 Sir, I think this is more of a question for the USCIS or an immigration lawyer Sir. Here is the link to the LAPD webpage which addresses your question Sir and it states: 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. per.lacity.org/joinlapd/recruitment.cfm?section=qualifications#:~:text=Citizenship,and%20has%20applied%20for%20citizenship.
Hi Officer , I have a question for the PQE do you know what exact 3 questions will be on the exam ? Also for the three questions do you have to write an essay for EACH question ?
Hello Miss Bugarin. Thanks for this awesome question! There are several sets of questions so that your set will be different from the person sitting next to you. However, what you need to know is that the questions will try to pry on your values, motivation and how you react to stressful conditions. These questions may range from why you want to become an LAPD Officer, how you were the first to react in an emergency situation, to any instances where you disagreed with a superior as an employee... questions of these nature. Be sure to answer the questions in their ENTIRETY! If you do not, then they cannot trust you to properly fill out paperwork in the future. Do not use big words, if you spell these words wrong or use it incorrectly, these will count against you! It is better to write with simple, understandable words that a "jury" will easily grasp. You do not have to answer all questions in essay form but you need to be able to express yourself and again, answer each question in its entirety.
Hello sir. Just wanna ask how is the psychological written are like? I never have it done before so kinda nervous. I’m taking it this upcoming Monday with my medical I believe. Thank you
Hello Mr. Tran! Thanks for the question. I'll tell you what I remember and of course based on my experience. The written part of the Psychological Evaluation is mostly scantron type and is made up of hundreds of questions that are actually simple and all about you (Choose the most appropriate answer, complete the sentence, etc.). There were so many that it took me a couple of hours to finish. I noticed that some of the questions are similar and repeated towards the end but worded differently. Here are some tips: Be honest and constant! Your response should be the same even when the questions are structured differently. They ask you questions like: Do you wash your hands repeatedly throughout the day? Do you see ghosts? Do you hear voices? Are you still paying attention to the questions on this test? I feel bad when I ______ and then you complete the sentence. After a few days, maybe a week or so, 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. Good luck Mr. Tran!
Officer 1118 thank you and you too. I will keep you updated on how is went. Wish CAP still open but due to the virus. But I’m just look though the physical booklet from the LAPD and slowly work on the listing that they have similar to cap 16 weeks pre training. Want to prepare myself when CAP program started again.
Officer 1118 one more question for you sir. So due to all this virus and effecting people with work and income. Now I’m currently in the process with LAPD and working at LAX from full time now to part time due to my hours has been reduce. Do you think is ok for me to apply the Edd UI? I calls some mentor but the only advice I get is “if that something you gotta do then you gotta do” as long is not something that’s illegal or trying to get me money. So from your stand point... what’s your option on that?
I grew up with the police in my life a lot. And as time went on I realized I would want to help others like they helped me with my problems at home and making the community a little better. But sometimes I think I’m not brave enough like these people and would like to know how. I live in the City of LA and want to join the LAPD. What’s a good college major to stand behind if you want to go federal or just a cop in general?
Hello Mr. Spartan and thanks for the question Sir. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management and a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Why? Because after HS, I was advised by friends and family members who are in the LAPD that a business and management education works best in law enforcement because Police Stations are somewhat run like a business entity. I asked why not criminal justice or law? They said all the law that you need to know will be taught in the academy. Also, I noticed that business degrees are very popular among LAPD Officers who have been in the force for a while and are wanting to better themselves. Now this is just my personal experience Mr. Spartan. You should also think beyond the LAPD. You should choose a career that could also help you in case a career Law Enforcement does not work out the way you wanted it to. Good luck!
Officer 1118 Hey officer , sorry to bother you, but it’s just an idea. You should make a video on the common fears a rookie or police officer thinks about when on the line and how to deal with the psychological factors , fear of death etc. or maybe cover your first months as a rookie and what to expect. Many thanks stay safe 🚔
Many Thanks Mr. @@lil_siamese714 Sir. Sounds like an incredible idea. Maybe some time in the future. When I created these videos I wanted to focus in helping people get in and stay in the academy. You have an excellent suggestion though and I thank you very much for your time Sir! Be safe and God Bless...
Any advantages if you apply with a Bachelors degree ? Also what can get you kicked out of the application process ? Thanks in advance for the video very informative
Thanks for the question Sir. BA degrees somewhat help during the application process but will help more after training. The higher the educational level, the more pay. The number one reason in getting kicked out of the application process is by submitting false information and/or lying. The more inconsistencies in your responses and paperwork, the less chances of getting in. What you tell them and submit should be the same from beginning to end.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for the response I have two more questions the first is, will being in the Army reserve help? and also if you never had prior LAPD Cadet experience does that affect you or not? sorry if the questions are not clear thanks again and I will continue to support this channel.
@@shlummped9682 Any military experience, reserve or active is always a bonus! Reservists, veterans and anyone with a military background is already familiar with the discipline and demands of training. The LAPD Cadet Program, makes an individual become more familiar with law enforcement and what it takes to be an officer in the LAPD. in many ways, it definitely helps. However, not a lot of people are aware of this program. Most of my fellow Recruit Officers including myself were never part of this program but we made it just the same. I hope I answered your questions. Thank you very much Sir!
Is there some benchmark scores you could give us to reach before we do the PFQ? My running and sprinting is lacking but my push ups and situps are good. Also are there some exercises you could tell us to do before we get into the academy so we are not struggling? How long and tough are the runs in the academy? Would running for long distances at a slow pace be better compared to going to hiking?
Thank you for your question. 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. If you're around 18 years of age they will be expecting high marks. Focus on running, push-ups and sit-ups because that's pretty much what the PFQ as well as the bulk of the academy workouts demand. If you are not good at one of the tests, that's fine. Your push-ups and sit-ups will carry your score. The instructors don't expect everyone to excel in every category. If you want to train yourself, try to do as many push-ups and sit-ups as you can in one minute everyday when you get out of bed in the morning. As for running, just time yourself for two miles and try to run with friends whenever possible. The runs in the beginning of the academy vary upon which instructor you get. In my case, we ran laps uphill and downhill in groups of four. Later, we went on about three mile runs in formation. As you progress in the academy you will perform longer runs. During the runs you will also be quizzed on what you have been taught so far. Make sure you're paying attention in class and got the basics down like the LAPD mission statement and the LAPD's core values. I believe that long distance running will serve you better than hiking.
Officer 1118 perfect answer thank you. Is there any weight lifting in the academy? Or just running, sit ups, pull ups, and push ups? How fast should our mile be before taking the pfq and how tough was the academy physically and mentally?
@@MastaCrackz Hello again Sir. Weight lifting is actually a part of training and the amount of weight lifting exercises depends on your instructors. It varies from one class to another. There is a gym at the Ahmanson Training Center that is available for training for Recruit Officers and active officers alike. However, as in my class, we were banned from using the gym after a couple of weeks into training because a handful of my fellow recruit officers were branded as "too noisy" and lacked respect by not putting the weights back where they're supposed to be. So, try to be respectful, be quiet and put the weights back. As they always say... "when in the gym, suffer in silence." Regarding timed mile runs, 13 minutes per mile is not good... in the beginning, aim for 10 minutes or less per mile and a half (10 minutes/1.5 miles). Don't forget that each is judged individually with consideration to age, weight and body mass. How tough is the LAPD Academy physically and mentally? MastaCrackz, you're planning to join of the most elite police organizations in the world. You will be subjected to extreme mental and physical stress during training and what do the instructors say? ... "The academy is Disneyland compared to the streets".
Officer 1118 thank you sir, then I need to work on my running ASAP. Thank you for the help. The running and cardio is the only thing I am lacking in as my strength has been exponentially growing for the past year
@@MastaCrackz Good luck to you Sir and don't forget that running is just a part of the training, it's not everything. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers weren't as good in running but made up for it incredibly in push-ups and sit-ups. I hope you beat the academy record!
Hello Mr. Shakur. I was just informed that there's a class that would start next week, Monday April 13. Ours started in November and then a month or two later, another class started. Having said that, I really don't know how many classes they conduct every year but I know it's definitely continuous and it feels like every month or two there's a new class. That much I can tell you and I hope it helps. Thank you for the question!
@@malachishakur Thank you for that info, I'll keep that in mind in case someone asks the same question in the future. Like I said, it seems that they have a new class every month or two. Thanks again!
I dont know how long you have did this process but the qualifications and medical is all wrong. Im in the expedited process right now and i passed everything last week
Hello Miss Tiffany. I went through this process just mid of 2018 so it's fairly fresh Ma'am. What I mention in this informational video is based on my own experience and what is on the LAPD website (Join LAPD) which is the standard or regular way of getting in. I didn't discuss about the expedited process because I never went through it and not everybody gets that opportunity as well. I'm not saying what I went through and discussed in this video is right or wrong, it's just what I experienced, what the LAPD brochures say and what LAPD posted on the website. I am happy that you passed everything last week, it makes you one step closer to your dream! I hope my 2nd and 3rd videos would help you prepare for the academy. Thanks for the comment Miss Tiffany, I really appreciate it Ma'am!
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Good afternoon sir, I just wanted to thank you for the information. A few months back you gave me some information about the academy that was very helpful to me prior to me starting the academy. I wanted to let you know I graduate the academy this upcoming Friday and the info you gave me stood true. I appreciate it. Thank you again and stay safe
Good morning Officer Russell! Before I went to the academy, I never saw a video or webpage that gave out the little details that could help someone survive the academy. This is the purpose of my videos. I am very happy for you and I appreciate the feedback very much. Like I said, if I am able to help just one person, all these is worth it!
Please be safe out there! Don't forget what I said about what to do right after graduation: Get your stuff ready, visit your station, get familiar with the people in the station, bring donuts (even if they have 30 boxes of donuts and bagels in the lunch room), drive around your area of responsibility, study your terrain, buildings, street names, don't be salty and remember, you're a boot until they say you're no longer one! So always be respectful and pay attention! You won't realize it yet but all these little things will play an important role during your probation. Good luck and I salute you!!!
Officer 1118 thank you so much sir. Officer Russell has a good ring to it lol. I’ve already visited my station, met with captains and my P1 coordinator and they told me the same thing so I know it’s true! I’m going in with a humble heart, big eyes and open ears.
Officer Russell, be safe out there, God Bless!
Nice job! You got an update yet?
Be safe can’t wait to join myself
Between the LASD and lapd which one would have the best retirement plan in the long run?
What’s the oldest guy or girl you had in your academy class?
In our class, the oldest Recruit Officer was 35. Other classes had Recruit Officers who were well in their 50's. Thanks for the question.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thanks for the response. I’m 40 and thinking of a new career so just was curious.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Did the 35 yo make it ?
@@marimedina2985 Yes Miss Medina, our 35 year old fellow Recruit Officer passed with flying colors!
@@washere8497 It's definitely worth a try but you need to prepare yourself physically right now Sir.
I'm 17 and I aspire to join SMPD or LAPD when I'm old enough. Some days I struggle to get up, but this is pure motivation and it helps so much. Thank you for your work.
It's all about determination and discipline. Two skills that doesn't only help you breeze through the academy, but in daily life as well. Good luck!
Hello Everyone. I have been getting some questions via email. Some of the questions are really outstanding in my opinion and should be shared with everyone especially those who are about to jump into training. For this reason I have decided to share some of the questions and corresponding answers with respect to the privacy of those who asked:
1. Do you remember by any chance what the medical exam included? Medical Exam - Hair sample, urine sample, paperwork to fill out, treadmill run, hearing/audio test, eye/visual/color blind test, you may get shots (immunization, etc.), breathing test… wear appropriate undergarments and rubber shoes/running shoes. If you haven't done your Psychological Evaluation, they might do it the same day as your Medical Exam.
2. When you go the academy, do they do another medical examination i.e. hearing, vision, and etc? There are no more medical tests while in the academy. However, don't be surprised if they do a random "Whiz Quiz" more commonly known as a urine test.
3. I will start training in 2 weeks, what do you suggest me doing at this point? 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.
4. Does most of the academy take place at ARTC? Most academics and physical training are done in ARTC. Tactics are mostly done in the Davis Training Center in Granada Hills. Every now and then, you'll find yourself in the Elysian Park Police Academy Training Center (By Dodger Stadium) but mostly for ceremonial purposes like Badge Day and Graduation. The first few weeks will be spent heavily in ARTC though as you learn the fundamentals.
Folks, PLEASE make sure you watch the 3rd video when it gets published, you will find the rest of the answers there and it will give you a WEALTH of information to prepare you more in the coming weeks, while you're in and even after graduation! Thank you very much, good luck and welcome to the LAPD Family!
Civilian here. All I ask from people watching interested in enrolling, please only do so if you truly have aspirations to become a cop and not just a “fall back” with relatively high salary.
Thank you very much for the comment Mr. Nguyen Sir.
Hello officer, please upload more it encourages teens like me seeing a Lapd officer get into the explanation of all of this! Oh and I kinda find it entertaining for some reason!
Thank you so much you have answered all my questions thank you again cant wait for part 2 and 3
You're very welcome Aqua Main 50g! We are hoping to publish part 2 within a few days. I hope you find the next two parts as informative : )
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Officer 1118 Instead of a birth certificate, can I use something else that proofs my identity and age?
Officer 1118 do you have a higher chance of becoming lapd Officer with military expirence or college experience??
Hello @@shuaibb8992 . I don't know if there's an alternative to the birth certificate requirement, in fact they asked for mine twice. I think this question is best directed to someone who is in recruitment and processing. Try calling (866) 444-LAPD. Thanks for the question and good luck!
Im 2 months post poly and my BI still hasnt reached out to me. Just need to clear backgrounds and psych eval
Thank you so much for the information.Also y have one question, ¿what if I have a High School Diploma from Mexico? I'm a US Citizen and also meet all the requirements but I completed my High School in Mexico, I would really want to become part of the LAPD and serve my country.And that is my question I hope you can help me with that.
Thank you so much for the videos.Just motivated me more.
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Hello Mr. Mills. The LAPD is very specific on it's educational requirements which states:
"Graduation from a U.S. High School, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate. A two- or four-year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirement."
What I would recommend/suggest you to do is either get your High School diploma and transcripts for "accreditation." But before you do that try to contact a recruiter or at least send an email through www.joinlapd.com . What they want to see is that your HS diploma is comparable to a High School institution in the US.
This is actually a very valid and interesting question you asked Mr. Mills and please keep us posted. I'm sure a lot of other potential candidates have similar questions. Thank you so much and good luck!
You actually are a good youtuber, responding to comments even if it’s new, you proof that you actually care about ur comments and know all about Lapd work. You earn my subs from alt and this acc,!
Thank you very much Sir. I try my best to educate all those who are interested, based of course on my own personal experience. Some of the questions I honestly do not know the answer to but I try to find it all in the efforts of dissemination of information. When I was preparing for the academy, I didn't see any video online that would help me figure out the "little" details. I had to painstakingly do research, ask the right questions and even make mistakes and get punished to learn the answers to my questions. The purpose of my channel is so that candidates would already learn and know what I didn't. I try to make it easier for them so they don't have to go through what I went through. Every now and then, I would get a negative comment, nothing educational, just hurtful. I delete those right away because it does not serve the purpose of my channel. The good news is that 99% of the time, people just want to learn, get educated and they are very appreciative like you! This is what keeps me going! Thank you for the nice words.
Officer 1118 yup no problem!
One last question, Does the Lapd control Los Angeles or is broken up into different cities? I want to work in all of Los Angeles so would you say sheriffs office is a great choice?
@@shuaibb8992 The LAPD supplies Officers to the greater Los Angeles areas including cities adjacent to. If you want to work in a greater coverage of Los Angeles, yes the Sheriff's office may also be a good choice.
Honestly, the military seems a lot easier to get into.
Hope to join the force with you! 🤙🏾 going to the expedited processs in 2 weeks
Congratulations Mr. Osby. I wish you all the best!!!
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Officer 1118 did u do expedited?
@@davoneosby2005 I am not very familiar with the process for being expedited. I believe certain circumstances need to be met for that. All I know is that I went through the regular process, not expedited. It took me about 4-5 months to join the academy. Some may get processed faster than others if the person did not move a lot residence wise, went to just a few schools or didn't switch employment a lot making the background investigation a lot simpler. Thanks for the question : )
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Please feel free to ask any questions and I will try me best to respond asap. Thanks, good luck and God Bless...
Officer 1118 I would love to see part 2 and 3 as soon as possible!!
@@eddieb3034 Yes Sir! Working on it double time Sir!
Hey sir! How long does it have to be between last use of a drug like ecstasy for you not to be automatically DQ
Hello Mr. Osby. Thank you for your question Sir. I would advise against any use of drugs, especially recreational and habit forming ones before trying to qualify for the recruitment process. They will ask you about this during background investigation, during your polygraph and you really do not want any substance to show up on your medical tests where they will collect hair and urine samples. Here's a tip Mr. Osby, avoid drugs and just be straight forward with them.
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where do you take the polygraph test is it the personel building off of temple?
Yes I believe so. I'm just not sure if it's the only place where the LAPD conducts Polygraph Tests.
6:41 is having your head shaved a requirement for men?
Hello Mr. Lizardi. I will answer your question with my own personal experience. When you're going to the interview, a bald or shaved head is not a requirement. When they interviewed me, I wasn't bald or shaved all the way but I had really short hair, they were just stubs on my head! However, when I got there, I noticed everyone else they were interviewing was shaved bald! I felt like I stuck out in a bad way and for the wrong reasons. Although I was lucky enough to get in, If I could turn back time I would just shave my head to show them I am serious about this and I have the right mindset for the job!
Good for you to make a video to help others out. I JUST retired after 25 yrs w a major city.
My two cents , stay out of trouble. Dont hang with people who are trouble makers, and driver resposnibly.
There arr many factors and when I went thru it was tough... be realistic, not everyone is cut out to be a cop.
Good luck to all. Police work is so different now. My hats off to you all.
Thank you Sir, God Bless!
Hello officer what something I should memorize or prepare going into the academy? And whats the longest in miles you’ll ever run in the academy ?
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.
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.
It's funny, you are required to have prior 1 year of armed Security experience before applying for a $21/hr armed Security job. But apply a for job as a police officer with no firearm experience, you're hired.
Thank you for the statement Mr. Dizzoe Sir.
I believe the training for an armed security personnel is about 40 hours if I'm not mistaken.
The training to become an LAPD officer is about 6 months plus probation.
Not because you get "hired" means they give you a pistol and make you patrol the streets on day one. It's a process Mr. Dizzoe. The first 6 months after you get "hired" you will be subjected to intense training and you're not even considered a Police Officer, you're a "Recruit Officer."
I hope this clarifies things for you Mr. Dizzoe Sir, again thanks for the statement and be healthy and safe out there.
I’m from Greece and I live in Greece. Can I ever join the lapd?
Thank you for the question Ma'am. You need to be legally in the US to be allowed into the LAPD and if you're not a US Citizen you need to have started the application process.
Great vid! I will be wrapping up my sophomore year of college and will be receiving my AA during the summer. I plan to apply in January 2020. On January 18th there is a hiring seminar held which I am interested in. I would be taking the written test and PFQ all on that same day. I am also a college athlete and in good shape. Say I was to apply and take the written and PFQ without showing up to CAP, how do you think that’ll look? I am confident in my ability to pass the PFQ. I would definitely show up to CAP throughout the rest of the process leading up to the department interview.
Hello Jace. It seems that you are on the right track! Good luck on the PFQ and written test. CAPs is not mandatory but I HIGHLY recommend it because it gives you a lot of edge during the interview process! Like I always say, this is one of the first things they look at during your time with the oral board. It's fine to take the PFQ before attending CAPs, in fact this is what I personally did. If you are not satisfied with your initial score, you can always try again and better yourself on the next PFQ.
Officer 1118 I appreciate the response! Is there an email I can reach you for a personal question?
@@jace8428you ever pass?
@officer1118 is having been fired from jobs a disqualifier?
Hello diazjosh23, thanks for the question Sir! Getting fired from a job is not an automatic disqualifier. However, your background investigator will definitely look into it. The BEST thing you can do about this, is to be 100% HONEST about it! If you keep some information from the investigator, they will find out anyways and these will be points against your integrity.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 awesome, thank you sir.
Hello, I am currently in the process for LAPD. I was looking through the comments and I saw that you said something about only 1/3 pass probation. Is there any way you can explain that?? It’s the probationary period after you’ve been hired right??? What’s the main reason people don’t pass it??
Hello Miss Suzy. Thanks for this excellent question. Yes, this is the sad truth that no one wants to talk about but your Drill Instructors will definitely mention this to you during your six months of adventure in the academy!
Passing the academy does not guarantee many years of employment in the LAPD. Like I always say, LAPDs filter is not the academy, it's the probationary period. You may be one of the best in your class, but it doesn't mean anything out on the streets. There are many factors that contribute to an officer being unable to pass the probationary period including repeated errors in tactics, common sense out in the field, how you react in tense situations, immaturity is a big issue and even being assigned to "Boot Killer" Training Officers who will dump "Unsats" (Unsatisfactory Performance) on your records because they think you're not doing good and/or that you'll just end up as a liability for the department.
Police Officers are a rare breed Miss Flores, the cops that have been with the department for a long time, those are field-tested officers, the cream of the crop, they are a very tight-knit community that is very unwelcoming. They survived the tough streets on their watch where a lot failed.
Although I wish everyone good luck Miss Suzy Flores, I hate to say this but it also helps to have a Plan B.
Did you eventually get hired with LAPD?
Just wanted to know if you have to get tased in the academy?
Hello Tyler. The answer is yes and is in fact considered somewhat a "Rite of Passage" into law enforcement by many.
What about when english is yout second language?
Hello Mr. Quiroga, thanks for the question. The written test will be in english, communication in the academy is in english and when you write reports, you'd be writing in english. You don't need to have mastered the english language and in fact they discourage the use of "big words" especially during the written test. Having said that, it is good to have a basic working knowledge of the english language. But FYI, knowing how to speak spanish is a big bonus and will definitely work for you. There are many instances out in the field when you need to communicate with people who only speak spanish. I hope I answered your question. Thanks again Sir!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 yes , i undertand English and i can speak, but the problem is my accent
Mr. Quiroga I think you're gonna be ok. I honestly don't think you should worry about your accent.
I’m going for LAPD next month, are there any tips you can give me on the written exam?
Hello Mr. Shakur and thanks for the question. Most entrance exams are written essays. 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.
Officer 1118 thank you for your reply! I’m very excited and eager to get the process started. I’m already putting it in the air that I’m going to get this job. How many paragraphs do you recommend I write for the essay questions. I was thinking 3-4. Introduction, one to two bodies and the conclusion.
@@malachishakur That sounds like a good plan. However, instead of the number of paragraphs, they will be looking more into the meat of your response. 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!
Here's a tip Mr. Shakur:
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.
Officer 1118 thank you so much! I always tell myself that you can never go wrong with being simple. Sticking to what works. I know using proper grammar and just being able to explain yourself without the reading getting lost is key. I feel I will do well in the written part and all other parts of the process. Just ready to be apart of this LAPD family and start this fruitful career
@@malachishakur Good luck Sir! I wish you all the best!
Hey there! I was just wondering how long your background investigation took, and if your investigator gave you any feedback regarding his results?
Hello Mr. Martinez. My background investigation didn't take very long. About 6-8 weeks if I guessed it correctly. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers took a lot longer, like a few months. This again, all depends on how many places of residence, personal activities, number of jobs, employers you've had in the past couple of years. I spoke briefly I think with my BI just to clarify some information but other than that, no real communication. I've had fellow Recruit Officers who never even met or spoke to their background investigators. I hope this answers your question Sir. Thanks...
What is the highest rank can a chopper pilot achieve in the LAPD ?
Hello Mr. Tony Balboa, unfortunately as a new guy I don't have a lot of personal info on the folks from Air Support Division. I do know that the Commanding Officer of ASD is a Captain II (Capt. Sean Parker). I did a little bit of looking around for you and I found a couple of sites that may help answer your question. Here are the links Sir and good luck!
aliveemployeesclub.com/201908_lapd_helicopter_the-law-in-the-sky/
www.lapdonline.org/join_the_team/content_basic_view/9127
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Hi, I have read these.I would like to know if a pilot can reach the rank of Commander or Deputy Chief and still keep his wings ?
(Copied response from your other question) Mr. Tony Balboa 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!
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@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thanks for your reply.
Hi. Do you think a trespassing charge that resulted in a fine (I didn't go to court and I was not convicted) will be a DQ? This happened when i was 14 years old. I'm now 24 and graduated college.
I was an idiot back then and I trespassed on someone's balcony as a dare lol.
Hello. Thanks for the message. I have seen and heard of worse issues but it wasn't an automatic DQ. If I were you, I would try and remember, BE HONEST. Good Luck!
Hello. Hope you’re a staying safe out there. I’m interested in applying for LAPD. Just a few questions.
1.Are they still hiring giving the political climate?
2. Do they place you at the station of their choice or do they consider where you live/preference of where the candidate would like be stationed in ?
3. Lastly, how long are you in patrol ? Let’s say if you’re looking to promote to detective
Hello! Thank you for these excellent questions! I'll try to answer them for you:
1. Yes the LAPD is continuously hiring. The political climate does not affect the LAPD's need for new recruits as older officers resign or retire. The need for new officers is constant and in fact a new class starts every 28 days.
2. Before graduating from the academy, you will be given, sort of, a "wish-list" of up to three division assignments. However, in the end they will be assigning you to a division that badly needs new recruits and when they do, they will actually consider your place of residence. They do not want you to be too far from home yet not too close to your residential address that people will recognize you or you're a familiar figure in the neighborhood.
3. You need to have at least 4-5 years of patrol experience before you're given the opportunity to move up the ladder as a detective or sergeant. Performance, skills, politics, demand, etc. all play an important role in this process.
Thanks again Sir and I hope I answered your questions to your satisfaction.
What are the chances of being hired for an out of state candidate that has a college degree in criminal justice?
Hello Mr. @@josephsparacio9641 I apologize, I must have missed this question of yours Sir. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers have college degrees, some were from out of state as well. I believe we all did well and we all passed. A degree in Criminal Justice is definitely a golden arrow in your quiver Mr. Sparacio!
Question! When you said head shaved for interview, do you mean a buzz cut? Or full bald shaved?
Some buzz, some full... thank you for the question... but here's the point... you intend to show them you are ready for what is ahead. I hope this helps.
A bit late to the comment section. But what happens if you become sick during academy? Do they allow several days off to feel better?
Most people who go thru the academy does not get sick but every now and then there would be that one person. If I remember it correctly, the most they will give you is one day off. After one day, your continued participation becomes questionable. I hope this helps and thank you for the question!
For my first day of CAPS, what do I specifically wear?
Hello John. Thanks for the question. See page 11 of this document:
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Good Luck!
hello, so is it possible to go to the LAPD as a german citizen if you own a greencard?
Hello. The answer is yes and the LAPD has very specific rules about this:
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.
I hope this helps and good luck!
Is there a list available of what we need to purchase for the academy? I’ve heard from candidates they receive that on orientation day
Hello Mr. Steven. Thanks for the question. The answer is that you will be receiving most of your gear and uniform on Orientation Day. Whatever you don't receive you will be asked to secure within the week. Make sure you watch Part 2 and Part 3 of my video series so you get a little heads-up on the stuff that you'll need. Good Luck!!!
Good afternoon sir, I just was told I passed the last step which was the psychological evaluation. Was told I may do the pre academy on the 15th of august and the academy on the 29th. Was already asked about my waist size etc. Do you know how long I'd get the full information about it and is their anything I should do to prepare other than CAPS?
- Thank you
Hello Mr. Ibarra. Congratulations! You can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel Sir. Since you're already doing CAPs, here's some suggestions:
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!
Is dual citizenship okay for being LAPD?
This is a good question and I wish I have more information for you. I know you have to be a citizen or is eligible and has applied to be one. I'm sorry I do not have much info about Dual Citizens. I think the best people to talk to are the recruiting officers. Good luck and if you find the answer please share it with us. Thank you!
I’m actually in the application process now and I was wondering. About how much do you make while you are at the academy? Thanks in advance!
Hello Mr. Delgado. Thanks for the question. I'm sure a lot of people have this question in their minds as well. My answer is simple: Think about $30.00 an hour.
Officer 1118 Thank you, I’m just trying to budget myself now so if I do make it to the academy, I know what to expect income wise. Your videos are a great help!
@David D Mr. Bryan, David hit the bullseye! Your net check would be around this much. I remember my first paycheck to be a little more than $1,800.
Bryan Delgado I did the calculation and you get about 1.85k every two weeks
Im enlisting in the marines. Would that good to becoming a cop?
Hello Mr. Herrera. First of all thank you for enlisting in the Marines and thank you for your service Sir (Semper Fi!). In our class, those who had previous military experience did incredibly well. Why? Because these Recruit Officers have already gone through military boot camp, they already have the discipline and camaraderie instilled in them and they can act very well under stressful conditions. A military service is definitely going to positively contribute to your future in law enforcement Sir!
Any specific mos
My fellow Recruit Officers actually came from a variety of MOS @@cristianherrera5673 but I'm guessing that anything along the line of Military Police and Corrections (MP) would be best but that's just my personal opinion.
Officer 1118 what about infantry?
@@cristianherrera5673 highly disciplined unit, warriors by heart... I don't see why it won't help you in a future as a law enforcement officer Mr. Herrera. I believe it is also a good choice.
Hello, quick question. So for my understanding you just need a high school diploma no collage?
Yes Mr. Solis. It is not a required that you have a college degree to join the police academy.
What are the written tests like throughout the academy?
Hello Nugget. Thanks for the question.
Yours is a simple question but there are many factors involved so here is my response:
During academy training you will have about 2-3 short quizzes or tests every week but every month or so there will be a big written examination which you really need to study for. They are all written exams but towards the end of training, there would be a lot of scenarios where you exercise and practice the tactics you were taught. Some are simply for training but some are Pass or Fail tests. There are many reasons why a candidate could fail scenario tests, for example, not removing your finger from the trigger after shooting, shooting an innocent civilian, etc. The Ambush Scenario and the Night Time Shotgun Scenario are tests that would really challenge your skills and patience. When you fail a first attempt, they make you sign a piece of paper that says if you fail again, you will be removed from the academy immediately. Luckily, most Recruit Officers quickly learn from their mistakes and are able to recover after the second attempt. They always remind us during scenarios that in the academy, it's pass or fail, but out on the streets, it's life or death!
The big exams depend on what you've been studying in the past few weeks. Subjects include illegal substances, citations, domestic violence, illegal firearms, concealed weapons, etc. The questions are often multiple choice. To be physically successful in the academy make sure you don't neglect physical core exercises like running, pushups and situps. To be academically successful in the academy, try to join study groups, use flash cards, take lots of notes and pay attention to detail.
I hope this answers your question.
Need advice....I just passed the LAPD written test and working on my Personal History application. I also have an appointment to take the test for LASD next month. I am 50 yr old. I am physically able to do the job(I think) I want to know your opinion on how what is the best agency would fit better for me.
Hello Sir. Thanks for the question.
I think this is a question Sir that only you would be able to answer. A delicate balance of pros and cons that would matter within yourself.
When you ask an LAPD officer he/she would say, LAPD is the best for you!
When you ask a deputy or an officer from the Sheriff's department, they would say LASD or nothing!
But in my humble opinion Sir, the key to this answer is within you.
My suggestion Sir, if you would take it, is this, talk to several officers from both organizations... in person... not online.
Ask questions regarding benefits, pay, employment stability, turnover rate and most of all, how each agency would meet your long term goal.
Good luck Sir and I wish you all the best.
How is the polygraph part of the hiring process?
Hello Mr. Lopez. Polygraph questions will be based on your psych eval and the questionnaire you filled out upon initial application. They ask questions that disclose your character... repeatedly! They want to see if there are any changes to your responses. NEVER watch a video online on how to cheat the polygraph test. I hope this answers your question, thank you!
What kind of questions do they ask during polygraph?. And do they pay for college? Like do I need to pay for all of my college or will they pay?
Polygraph questions will be based on your psych eval and the questionnaire you filled out upon initial application. They ask questions that disclose your character... repeatedly! They want to see if there are any changes to your responses. NEVER watch a video online on how to cheat the polygraph test!
They have some college programs but these are things that you have to earn later on. The LAPD is an education-friendly institution but candidates should not join the LAPD to "make money for college" it's not like the military.
I hope the above answers your questions.
Hello officer, the training shorts, pants and shirts with name do you buy those at the academy ? Or have to get on your own
Mr. Noel you ask some of the best questions Sir!!! Thank you for that!
During CAPs training, you have to buy everything. The ones that you use during academy training, including shorts, pants and shirts that are personalized, you actually pay for ahead of time and if I remember it correctly, they give those to you during Orientation Day or at least during the first weeks of training.
I am a Greek citizen and I finish school this June is there anything I can do to get recruited in the LAPD when I get to the right age
Hello. You need to be a US Citizen or in the process of becoming one to be able to join the academy Sir.
do you find out who your background investigator is? and can you communicate with him?
Good question. When they have a question they will contact you but your friends, family, neighbors, high school teachers, etc... will definitely know him!
Sir, for filling out your PHS and I received my driver record from the DMV with no violations. But I know I received a ticket years ago but have no records of it. What do you recommend when filling out the PHS
Hello Mr. Delarosa. My suggestion is to be honest. That is the secret. They will know anyways. Better to come from you. You don't want this haunting you in the future. Honesty will set you free and give you peace of mind. Good luck!
Hello officer during the academy do you get the holidays off?
Yes Mr. Noel, it's not a military boot camp so you actually get holidays off.
Hi! My written test will be within this week online. Can you give me tips how to review? Did you buy some reviewers online? Are those reliable? I have no one to ask. Thank you so much for your videos though.
Hello Jesus. They are big on grammar and sentence construction when I took the test. I'm not sure how they do it these days with Covid19 and all. I didn't buy any reviewers. If they still do the essay, avoid using big words, just be straight to the point. I hope this helps, good luck!
Great Video Content and Helpful information
Glad it was helpful! Thank You!!!
Hello officer, how was your first 2 days of the academy? Or your first day? Do you get a schedule the first day of what your week would look like?
Hello Mr. Noel. The first week overall is very demanding, physically and mentally as expected from any academy training. But you have prepared for this week for many months so you should be ready and you have convinced yourself you can do this. The best preparation is in your mind!
You get a general schedule for the first week, after that when squad leaders and other leadership positions have been assigned, schedule is given ahead of time and details will trickle down from leadership.
I hope this helps.
Hi is an emt a good job experience for the police academy?
Hello Mr. Garcia. I have fellow Recruit Officers who were EMTs and they did fairly well in training. Any training you have in saving lives will definitely come in handy after academy.
Will they tell me before entering the academy everything I will need, like running clothes etc..? Another question is will they supply the running clothes and sweat pants with the name?
Hello Mr. Rivas. One week before training starts will be your Orientation Day. On this day, you will be given a LOT of INFORMATION! From training, to schedules, to equipment, to insurance coverages, etc. This is also the day you will be given most of the uniforms (But not all) you will need including those for physical activities, personalized or not. But please be informed that this is for academy training already. The light grey running clothes with your name on it for use during CAPs must be acquired by you.
Thank you this answer a lot qustions
Thanks for the comment Mr. Cardenas. Good luck Sir!
Officer 1118 when are you going to make a other video I never seen someone give so many tips and shows everything you need to become a officer
@@jeffyjeffy150 Thanks so much Mr. Cardenas. have you seen the other two videos Sir?
Officer 1118 I have
I heard there's a better chance of getting into harvard than getting into the lapd
Thank you for the comment. Actually, the LAPD gives everyone who meets the qualifications a fair chance. It's challenging to get in and pass the academy but definitely not impossible. The real challenge is keeping the job. Thanks again Sir.
What are the maximum scores for the fitness test? Male 23 years old
Hello Mr. Valdez.
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.
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.
I hope this helps Sir.
Hello sir I have a few questions. I applied for the LASD almost a year ago. I’ve been in the background process for months almost a year(due to the departments defunding). My application is about to expire in October. If your application goes over a year you need to reapply and redo everything again. So I’m basically starting from scratch again. My BI told me it’s going to take a while. But I’m not sure if I’m willing to wait that much longer. How is the background status in LAPD compared to LASD ? Are you guys short on academy’s ? How is the LAPD different to LASD as a department ? Thank you
Hello. Thanks for the question. It's the same everywhere. I wish it was better but that is the unfortunate truth. Lack of funds, lack of personnel.
When you're at the LASD, they tell you the LASD is the best. When you're in the LAPD, they tell you the LAPD is the best. Both law enforcement entities, both good at what they do. It's just a personal choice for anyone who wishes to join. I hope this helps...
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you sir. Is LAPD currently hiring ? Or are they delayed as well? Any knowledge on how long the process is ?
I’m a LAPD Cadet and I plan on joining the reserves in a few months after I graduate high school, is the process and training similar? also would it be a bad idea to show up to the interviews with military boots? And will asthma effect my chances to get in even if I pass all the physical tests?
Hello Mr. Sajid Rahman. The screening, process and training is very similar if not the same to become a reserve officer.
If you're 21, I assume that you're applying for Level I or II Officer Reserve (250 Hours of training).
If you're only 18, I assume you're applying for Level III Reserve (Unarmed, 240 hours of training). Until you turn 21, you cannot be an armed reserve officer.
During my interview I noticed some wearing military boots, I don't think it's an issue. It's how you present yourself among other factors.
In our class, there were a couple of Officers who had asthma but made it through the medical screening process.
Good luck Sir and I hope this helps.
Do you guys do running and training everyday? And is it on your schedule when you run?
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.
Can you purchase your own boots or do you have to use the boots that are issued?
Thanks for the question Mr. Gutierrez. On Orientation Day, one week before the Black Line or the first day of academy training, you will receive your gear and supplies, most of which you paid for. This includes your boots. When I knew what brand and style they wanted us to use for uniformity, I ordered a couple more pairs online. The reason I did that is because I wanted to have reserves in case they break, wear out, etc. and it also gave me the opportunity to focus on studying instead of polishing my boots every night. Because I had extras, I polished my boots on weekends and once during the weekday trainings instead of everyday. These are the same boots you will use out on patrol after graduation. I used all the boots alternately so that at the end of training, none of them were brand new from the box. I hope this helps Sir.
So far this is the closest I’ve been to having an Idea what the modern process is on Joining the LAPD . I’m in my last two stages ,field investigation has been a month so far and I get fingerprinted tomorrow and turn in personal paperwork like social security,birth certificate etc. and meet with my B.I. I’m all in as soon as Im Academy certified. Any word on how you get notified that you’ve been accepted into the academy and what was you initial reaction?
Hello Mr. Andrew, congratulations, at this point you can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel!
In my experience and this was in 2018, I received a letter telling me to report for "Family Orientation Day" and "Black Line."
Family Orientation Day is where you come in with your family and they give you details on what to expect for the next 6 months, for some weird reason, there's a lot of emphasis on holidays and schedule. It is also the day you receive most of your gear and sign up for insurance coverages, charity programs, etc. A lot of paperwork this day and they start very early, like 5:00 AM early!
A week after orientation day is the black line, this is the actual beginning of your training. You will be wearing the black suit for this day. It will be a "fun" day as you will learn in a couple of weeks.
My initial reaction was... "YES!!!".... my reaction immediately after that was "Oh Shit!"... I guess that makes me human.
Here's a tip:
BI's are very busy and they could easily misplace or lose your paperwork so have extra copies or everything!
Again, good luck and WELCOME the the LAPD family!
Hello! Do you know which test the LAPD uses in order to detect colorblindness? Is there a waiver or an alternative exam in case you fail the colorblind test?
Hello Mr. Navarro. I am not an authority nor an expert on this but let me try to address your question. The LAPD color blind test is or similar to the Ishiwara Color Blind Test if I'm not mistaken. There were three sets, Red/Green, Blue/Yellow and Total Color Blind. They try to detect if a candidate has color blindness and if yes, how severe? I am not quite sure if there are any alternatives or waiver to this as this is obviously very critical out in the field.
What kind of boots can I get for the academy?
Hello Miss Gomez. Thanks for the question Ma'am. In Part II of this video series, around 9:10 into the video, I talk a little bit about footwear including the black Durashock Bates boots that we used and here's the link to that video Ma'am:
ruclips.net/video/tFj0pNKS9AA/видео.html
So..If someone doesn't have high school diploma from *US institution* , they can't join LAPD...?
Thank you for all informations
Thank you for the question. Your transcript will be evaluated and needs to go through accreditation. If recruitment thinks that your education is similar/comparable to or at par with US High School education then you may qualify. It is best to ask someone from recruitment, you may try to contact them through the website www.joinlapd.com.
One more thing, I believe LAPD also accepts a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate, try to look into that avenue as well.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you
Hello sir, I’m currently on step four for LAPD but Im also at my medical evaluation with Riverside county sheriffs should I continue with LAPD?
Hi Ernie... you should ask yourself this question: Do I want to be an LAPD Officer or do I want to be a Sheriff? Now you have to think deeply about this. Where do you see yourself ten years from now? Your decision now will affect your life Mr. Sanchez. Keep this in mind, in the LAPD, a third to more than half of graduates will not pass probation. I do not know how it is with the Sheriffs but you need to consider this. Good Luck and thanks for the question! Be safe out there!
Ernie how’s your lapd process gone?
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Does this mean your probation process is very difficult?
What is the polygraph test look like?
Hello. It's basically your lie detector test. Sensors strapped to your body attached to a computer that measures your body's reaction to certain responses.
but what if i have a high school diploma but not from a US institution can i still become a lapd cop?
Hello Miss Mylene Methorst. The LAPD is very specific on it's educational requirements which states: "Graduation from a U.S. High School, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate. A two- or four-year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirement." What I would recommend/suggest you to do is either get your High School diploma and transcripts for "accreditation." But before you do that try to contact a recruiter or at least send an email through www.joinlapd.com that way you know what they would ask of you. Thanks, I hope this helps and good luck Ma'am.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you so much!
Thank you so much for the information sir but I have one additional question if I may and hopefully you can answer it. Say if I get a Permanent Resident through a fiancée visa and been staying in the USA for a year and not applied for citizenship because as per immigration I can only apply for citizenship 90 days prior to the expiration of my visa. Does this mean I cant apply for LAPD during these times when I still haven't applied for citizenship yet?
Hello Mr. Rocena. You are correct Sir. Unfortunately you have to be a US Citizen or in the process of becoming a US Citizen to become eligible for application into the academy.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you sir for answering my question. GODBLESS and be safe.
Hello Sir, should your head be shaved for orientation day? Or is that the last day you can show up with hair?
Thanks In advance.
Hello Mr. Rodriguez. Thanks for the question. Although not necessary, it is BEST to attend Orientation Day with a shaved head. Why? Everybody would attend with a shaved head! You don't really want to stick out that way. Good luck!
Officer 1118 thank you so much for you advice sir. I’ll be sure to do that.
You're most welcome Mr. @@christianrodriguez7597 . Pay very close attention during Orientation Day. This is the day where you will get your supplies including your boots on toop of receiving a lot of instructions and information. You MUST START POLISHING your boots the day they give it to you! It takes time to get the kind of shine they smile upon. DO NOT have your boots polished by a professional, you haven't earned that privilege yet and trust me they will know! Also during Orientation Day, try to bring a parent or both parents if not your spouse, someone from family who lives with you as much as possible. Training in the academy is difficult in the training grounds and at home, you need a "Home Team" to support you. Good Luck!
What is the cut off age? Also what is the oldest rookie to ever join the LAPD?
Hello Mr. Trinidades, there is no cut off age Sir, the LAPD being an equal opportunity employer. I had a fellow Recruit Officer who was 35 years old and I also know of some Recruit Officers in other classes who are well above 50 years old. As long as you can pass the Physical Fitness Qualification tests (PFQs) and the other requirements (Health, Psychology, etc.), you are good to go!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 good to know, thanks!
Hello Officer, I was just wondering how long ur Background took and how long did it take for u to get a call from LAPD to say that ure hired after u finished ur whole process.
Hello Mr. David Huynh Sir. Thanks for the question.
In my experience, from the application for written test to CAPs to that letter that tells me to report for Orientation Day and first day at the Black Line, was about 6-8 months.
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.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 ahh I see thank you!
Thanks.
At what age can I start going to caps
at 21 years old Sir
Does this go for swat too?
You mean the training? Yes. You don't just jump into a specialized unit. You earn that "promotion" and it takes time. Sometimes you are invited in but that means you're showing incredible performance!
Hello hope u are doing well any tips on oral board interview?
Hello Miss Pineda.
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.
Good luck!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you so much for taking your time and helping others 🙏
What if we make a mistake on PHS?
It depends on the kind of mistake. You can always point this out during the interview. The most important thing is to be honest!
@@LAPDOfficer1118 thank you
i started the process i have never wanted anything as bad in my life
Good Luck!
How’s it going
Hello officer, What’s the hardest part about the academy ?
Hello Mr. Holmes. This is a very good question and the answer really is different for every person. I have fellow Recruit Officers who somewhat struggled academically in certain areas but were superb tactically! In my personal experience, the most difficult area was not even in the academy. It was being a boot during probation. Having said that, I wish you all the best and let me tell you something our training officers always tell us: "...compared to what's out there on the streets, the Police Academy is like Disneyland."
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you Officer. For answering my question. What’s the graduation rate for the police academy?
@@keenanholmes9146 Mr. Holmes most of the candidates graduate from the academy. The real acid-test is the probation. Only one out of three will pass probation.
How often do you do physical exercises in the academy? three times a week, fours times?
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. PT is not done daily, it's done about 3-4 times a week and the closer you get to graduation day (About 2 months before Badge Day) you'll be doing very little PT as you now focus on scenarios, tactics and academics. However, depending on how your class performs, this may change! Push-ups are a daily thing especially in the first couple of months. If your class is well organized and performs very well, you may see less of these later on as in 20 push ups in the morning and that's about it. I hope this helps.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Very informative! Thank you. I start the academy this July 6th, so excited for whats in store.
@@chrisigarashi7618 Congratulations Chris! Now... 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 God Bless!!! Welcome to the LAPD Family!!!
Can you join at 18 years old when you just graduated high school?
Ben Dover no u have to be atleast 21
Hello Ben, thanks for the question. AJ is correct! You have to be 21 years old or 20 years old during application and should be 21 before academy graduation. So... if you're 18, my suggestion is consider going to college or take some college subjects, it will help you become a better candidate.
I recommend you to join US army active duty for 3 years until you reach the required age. That would be perfect stepping stone for you. You'll gain little bit of experience and discipline. Especially physically and psychologically.
@@emilj8337 Ben Dover, if college is not in your plans, Emil is correct, a military service would help you a lot as well. The LAPD recognizes the discipline that is already instilled in the minds of former military personnel not to mention the physical training they already went through. In my class, all those who had previous military experiences did incredibly well.
Sir i have only one question regarding to your application. Should i allowing to apply even if I'm a Filipino Citizen?
Thank you for the question Mr. Quijano. The LAPD requires that a candidate be a US citizen or in the process (Application submitted) of becoming a US citizen Sir.
So that means Sir i will become a US citizen if i am now certainly living in America?
Mr. @@unstoppable5050 Sir, I think this is more of a question for the USCIS or an immigration lawyer Sir.
Here is the link to the LAPD webpage which addresses your question Sir and it states:
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.
per.lacity.org/joinlapd/recruitment.cfm?section=qualifications#:~:text=Citizenship,and%20has%20applied%20for%20citizenship.
Thank you so much Sir.. hopefully i can be a member of the LAPD someday to prove that i can do it purposely with a good heart and virtue
Good luck and I wish you all the best Mr. @@unstoppable5050
Is it compulsory to degree?
Mr. Herrera thanks for the question. No Sir, you do not need a college degree to join the LAPD. You need a High School diploma or equivalent.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 wow gracias vato
Hi Officer , I have a question for the PQE do you know what exact 3 questions will be on the exam ? Also for the three questions do you have to write an essay for EACH question ?
Hello Miss Bugarin. Thanks for this awesome question! There are several sets of questions so that your set will be different from the person sitting next to you. However, what you need to know is that the questions will try to pry on your values, motivation and how you react to stressful conditions. These questions may range from why you want to become an LAPD Officer, how you were the first to react in an emergency situation, to any instances where you disagreed with a superior as an employee... questions of these nature.
Be sure to answer the questions in their ENTIRETY! If you do not, then they cannot trust you to properly fill out paperwork in the future. Do not use big words, if you spell these words wrong or use it incorrectly, these will count against you! It is better to write with simple, understandable words that a "jury" will easily grasp. You do not have to answer all questions in essay form but you need to be able to express yourself and again, answer each question in its entirety.
Officer 1118 okay thank you so much !!
@@adrianabugarin5768 You're very welcome Madam!
Hello sir. Just wanna ask how is the psychological written are like? I never have it done before so kinda nervous. I’m taking it this upcoming Monday with my medical I believe. Thank you
Hello Mr. Tran! Thanks for the question. I'll tell you what I remember and of course based on my experience. The written part of the Psychological Evaluation is mostly scantron type and is made up of hundreds of questions that are actually simple and all about you (Choose the most appropriate answer, complete the sentence, etc.). There were so many that it took me a couple of hours to finish. I noticed that some of the questions are similar and repeated towards the end but worded differently. Here are some tips: Be honest and constant! Your response should be the same even when the questions are structured differently. They ask you questions like: Do you wash your hands repeatedly throughout the day? Do you see ghosts? Do you hear voices? Are you still paying attention to the questions on this test? I feel bad when I ______ and then you complete the sentence. After a few days, maybe a week or so, 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. Good luck Mr. Tran!
Officer 1118 thanks for the input. 🙏
Good luck Mr. @@Vinhtran-zn2kb and I wish you all the best! Stay safe out there!
Officer 1118 thank you and you too. I will keep you updated on how is went. Wish CAP still open but due to the virus. But I’m just look though the physical booklet from the LAPD and slowly work on the listing that they have similar to cap 16 weeks pre training. Want to prepare myself when CAP program started again.
Officer 1118 one more question for you sir. So due to all this virus and effecting people with work and income. Now I’m currently in the process with LAPD and working at LAX from full time now to part time due to my hours has been reduce. Do you think is ok for me to apply the Edd UI? I calls some mentor but the only advice I get is “if that something you gotta do then you gotta do” as long is not something that’s illegal or trying to get me money. So from your stand point... what’s your option on that?
I grew up with the police in my life a lot. And as time went on I realized I would want to help others like they helped me with my problems at home and making the community a little better. But sometimes I think I’m not brave enough like these people and would like to know how. I live in the City of LA and want to join the LAPD. What’s a good college major to stand behind if you want to go federal or just a cop in general?
Hello Mr. Spartan and thanks for the question Sir. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management and a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Why? Because after HS, I was advised by friends and family members who are in the LAPD that a business and management education works best in law enforcement because Police Stations are somewhat run like a business entity. I asked why not criminal justice or law? They said all the law that you need to know will be taught in the academy. Also, I noticed that business degrees are very popular among LAPD Officers who have been in the force for a while and are wanting to better themselves. Now this is just my personal experience Mr. Spartan. You should also think beyond the LAPD. You should choose a career that could also help you in case a career Law Enforcement does not work out the way you wanted it to. Good luck!
Officer 1118 thank you Officer 1118 I will for sure be doing this. Many thanks for the effort in your videos. Be safe !
Officer 1118 Hey officer , sorry to bother you, but it’s just an idea. You should make a video on the common fears a rookie or police officer thinks about when on the line and how to deal with the psychological factors , fear of death etc. or maybe cover your first months as a rookie and what to expect. Many thanks stay safe 🚔
Many Thanks Mr. @@lil_siamese714 Sir. Sounds like an incredible idea. Maybe some time in the future. When I created these videos I wanted to focus in helping people get in and stay in the academy. You have an excellent suggestion though and I thank you very much for your time Sir! Be safe and God Bless...
Any advantages if you apply with a Bachelors degree ? Also what can get you kicked out of the application process ? Thanks in advance for the video very informative
Thanks for the question Sir. BA degrees somewhat help during the application process but will help more after training. The higher the educational level, the more pay. The number one reason in getting kicked out of the application process is by submitting false information and/or lying. The more inconsistencies in your responses and paperwork, the less chances of getting in. What you tell them and submit should be the same from beginning to end.
@@LAPDOfficer1118 Thank you for the response I have two more questions the first is, will being in the Army reserve help? and also if you never had prior LAPD Cadet experience does that affect you or not? sorry if the questions are not clear thanks again and I will continue to support this channel.
@@shlummped9682 Any military experience, reserve or active is always a bonus! Reservists, veterans and anyone with a military background is already familiar with the discipline and demands of training.
The LAPD Cadet Program, makes an individual become more familiar with law enforcement and what it takes to be an officer in the LAPD. in many ways, it definitely helps. However, not a lot of people are aware of this program. Most of my fellow Recruit Officers including myself were never part of this program but we made it just the same.
I hope I answered your questions. Thank you very much Sir!
Officer 1118 thank you for the information!
@@shlummped9682 You're most welcome and good luck!
Is there some benchmark scores you could give us to reach before we do the PFQ? My running and sprinting is lacking but my push ups and situps are good. Also are there some exercises you could tell us to do before we get into the academy so we are not struggling? How long and tough are the runs in the academy? Would running for long distances at a slow pace be better compared to going to hiking?
Thank you for your question. 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. If you're around 18 years of age they will be expecting high marks. Focus on running, push-ups and sit-ups because that's pretty much what the PFQ as well as the bulk of the academy workouts demand. If you are not good at one of the tests, that's fine. Your push-ups and sit-ups will carry your score. The instructors don't expect everyone to excel in every category. If you want to train yourself, try to do as many push-ups and sit-ups as you can in one minute everyday when you get out of bed in the morning. As for running, just time yourself for two miles and try to run with friends whenever possible. The runs in the beginning of the academy vary upon which instructor you get. In my case, we ran laps uphill and downhill in groups of four. Later, we went on about three mile runs in formation. As you progress in the academy you will perform longer runs. During the runs you will also be quizzed on what you have been taught so far. Make sure you're paying attention in class and got the basics down like the LAPD mission statement and the LAPD's core values. I believe that long distance running will serve you better than hiking.
Officer 1118 perfect answer thank you. Is there any weight lifting in the academy? Or just running, sit ups, pull ups, and push ups? How fast should our mile be before taking the pfq and how tough was the academy physically and mentally?
@@MastaCrackz Hello again Sir. Weight lifting is actually a part of training and the amount of weight lifting exercises depends on your instructors. It varies from one class to another. There is a gym at the Ahmanson Training Center that is available for training for Recruit Officers and active officers alike. However, as in my class, we were banned from using the gym after a couple of weeks into training because a handful of my fellow recruit officers were branded as "too noisy" and lacked respect by not putting the weights back where they're supposed to be. So, try to be respectful, be quiet and put the weights back. As they always say... "when in the gym, suffer in silence." Regarding timed mile runs, 13 minutes per mile is not good... in the beginning, aim for 10 minutes or less per mile and a half (10 minutes/1.5 miles). Don't forget that each is judged individually with consideration to age, weight and body mass.
How tough is the LAPD Academy physically and mentally? MastaCrackz, you're planning to join of the most elite police organizations in the world. You will be subjected to extreme mental and physical stress during training and what do the instructors say? ... "The academy is Disneyland compared to the streets".
Officer 1118 thank you sir, then I need to work on my running ASAP. Thank you for the help. The running and cardio is the only thing I am lacking in as my strength has been exponentially growing for the past year
@@MastaCrackz Good luck to you Sir and don't forget that running is just a part of the training, it's not everything. Some of my fellow Recruit Officers weren't as good in running but made up for it incredibly in push-ups and sit-ups. I hope you beat the academy record!
When is the next academy class?
Hello Mr. Shakur. I was just informed that there's a class that would start next week, Monday April 13. Ours started in November and then a month or two later, another class started.
Having said that, I really don't know how many classes they conduct every year but I know it's definitely continuous and it feels like every month or two there's a new class. That much I can tell you and I hope it helps. Thank you for the question!
Officer 1118 I was told that there’s a academy class every 28 days.
@@malachishakur Thank you for that info, I'll keep that in mind in case someone asks the same question in the future. Like I said, it seems that they have a new class every month or two. Thanks again!
Officer 1118 no problem! Glad to pass on information that can help others. Are you on the job now?
I dont know how long you have did this process but the qualifications and medical is all wrong. Im in the expedited process right now and i passed everything last week
Hello Miss Tiffany. I went through this process just mid of 2018 so it's fairly fresh Ma'am. What I mention in this informational video is based on my own experience and what is on the LAPD website (Join LAPD) which is the standard or regular way of getting in. I didn't discuss about the expedited process because I never went through it and not everybody gets that opportunity as well. I'm not saying what I went through and discussed in this video is right or wrong, it's just what I experienced, what the LAPD brochures say and what LAPD posted on the website. I am happy that you passed everything last week, it makes you one step closer to your dream! I hope my 2nd and 3rd videos would help you prepare for the academy. Thanks for the comment Miss Tiffany, I really appreciate it Ma'am!