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DPSST Basic Police Academy – Oregon Public Safety Academy

Agency-run academy in Salem, OR . See entry requirements, program length, schedule, sponsorship options, and notes for future recruits.

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Program Snapshot

  • Approximate length: 16 weeks
  • Total training hours: ~640 hours
  • Full-time schedule
  • POST-approved program: Yes (state-approved academy)
  • Sponsorship: Agency-hired recruits only

Centralized statewide police academy in Salem that provides basic police certification training for city, county, tribal and state officers in Oregon.

Entry Requirements (Typical)

  • Minimum age: 21 (some hiring agencies may require 21).
  • Minimum education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
  • U.S. citizenship (or as required by state law).
  • Ability to pass a background investigation, medical exam, and psychological evaluation.

Requirements can vary by sponsoring agency and class. Always confirm with the academy or department before applying.

What to Expect at This Academy

Physical Fitness / Ability Test

Sixteen week Basic Police Academy conducted at the Oregon Public Safety Academy with academics, skills, firearms, EVOC and scenario based training.

Background & Screening

By Oregon law students must be employed by an Oregon public safety agency and meet DPSST background, medical and character standards before attending.

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