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About Us

Since 1966, College of the Redwoods has proudly offered our Basic Law Enforcement Academy, also known as the Police Academy. We have produced more than 3,738 peace officers. Today, the Academy is presented in a modular format and is offered in spring and again in fall.

The Academy is an intensive program that meets 40-45 hours per week.

FORMS AND RESOURCES

PELLETB and Physical Assessment

We offer the PELLETB test once every 5 weeks on Saturdays at 9:00 am, immediately followed by the Physical Assessment. Individual tests can be scheduled during the week for individuals and small groups. To find a test date that works for you, please contact Academy Staff by email at police-academy@redwoods.edu or by phone at (707) 476-4334.

Saturday, May 11
Saturday, June 15
Saturday, July 20
Saturday, August 24

Upcoming Dates

133rd Academy - Spring 2024:

MODULE III - AJ 81
January 8 - February 15, 2024 - 8 units

MODULE II - AJ 82
February 20 - April 6, 2024 - 8.5 units

MODULE I - AJ 83
April 8 - July 12, 2024 - 16 units

134th Academy - Fall 2024:

MODULE III - AJ 81
June 10 - July 18, 2024 - 8 units

MODULE II - AJ 82
July 22 - September 7, 2024 - 8.5 units

MODULE I - AJ 83
September 9 - December 13, 2024 - 16 units

135th Academy - Spring 2025:

MODULE III - AJ 81
January 6 - February 13, 2025 - 8 units

MODULE II - AJ 82
February 18 - April 4, 2025 - 8.5 units

MODULE I - AJ 83
April 7 - July 11, 2025 - 16 units

How to Apply

PELLETB

The first step to Academy entrance is successfully completion of the PELLETB (POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery). The PELLETB is a test intended to test your BASIC literacy and to make sure you will be comfortable with the testing and studying required for the Academy. It is required by P.O.S.T. No fee is required to take the exam. Test results are good for one year . You may take the test as many times as needed to obtain a passing score. However, only one attempt at each month's test is allowed (once for March, once for April, etc) and you must wait 30 days between attempts. Also recognize that a repeated difficulty would indicate a need for further English studies.

To register for the test, please call (707) 476-4334 during regular business hours. Receipt of a passing score will start the application process.

Physical Aptitude

In addition to the PELLETB, you will now also be required to demonstrate your physical aptitude. On the day of and prior to the PELLETB, you will be required to:

Complete 20 pushups (straight-leg) in one minute
Complete 25 sit-ups in one minute
Run 1.5 miles in 17 minutes or less

These minimum requirements this will assure the entire class is able to work hard and work together towards successful completion of the POST Job-Related Work Test Battery. If you are unable to successfully demonstrate these feats, you may return at any time to try again but you MUST complete the test prior to starting the academy. The physical testing will start at 9:00am with the PELLETB to follow immediately. Allow three hours to complete the PELLETB though you may finish sooner.

Admission Requirements

Each academy class is limited to forty students and applications will be accepted in order of their receipt.
Applicants must:

Be 18 years of age (although 21 is recommended)
Possess a high school diploma or a G.E.D. (this is a hiring requirement for all California law enforcement agencies).
Take the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Reading and Writing Skills Test and pass with a T-score of 42 or higher.
Submit a criminal history clearance including fingerprint submission to the Department of Justice pursuant to penal code requirements.
Possess a current valid driver's license.
Obtain a medical clearance.

View More information in the Academy Information Packet

Costs

The following fees are approximate and subject to change. Please call the Public Safety Training Center for more details and exact costs.

College Fees
Registration (enrollment) Fee - 32.5 semester units ($46/unit)	$1,495
Health Fee & Student Fees	$65
On-Campus Parking	$71
* Out-of-state Tuition 32.5 semester units. Students classified as non-resident by Admissions Office. ($379/unit) $12,317.50
Public Safety Training Center Fees
Emergency Vehicle Operations Course	$500
Handout & Materials Fees	$150
Academy Hat & Name Tag (approximate)	$40
Required Rental Gear	$75
Firearm Rental - unaffiliated cadets will be required to rent a firearm from the Academy.	$50
Ammunition (approximate based on supplier)	$2,200
APPROXIMATE Total Cost (excluding costs for Livescan, Medical Clearance, Driving Record, Uniforms, and PT Gear)	$4,626

Updated 11/15/2023

Contact Us

General Questions	Phone : 476-4135	Email : Welcome-Center@redwoods.edu
Admissions	Phone: 476-4200	Email: admissions@redwoods.edu
Financial Aid	Phone: 476-4182	Email: finaid@redwoods.edu
Counseling	Phone: 476-4150	Email: counseling@redwoods.edu

Public Safety Training Center

Michael Perkins, Director

Corrie Watson, Academy Coordinator

Esmeralda Ramirez, Administrative Office Coordinator
707-476-4334

Email: Police-Academy@Redwoods.edu

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices. Read Full Policy Here

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