Police Pre-Employment Training Program

Oneida County Sheriff Logo MVCC has partnered with the Oneida County Sheriff's Office to offer the Police Pre-Employment Training Program, a quick-start alternative to traditional police academies, which require that a cadet be hired as a police officer before beginning training. In the case of pre-employment training, there is no such requirement. 

The mission of the Police Pre-Employment Police Training Program is to  train individuals who  have the potential to become honest, ethical, knowledgeable, competent and fit law enforcement officers. Pre-Employment recruits receive 85 percent of the basic training required to become police officers in New York State, including emergency vehicle operation, defensive tactics, basic patrol tactics and procedures, and an educational foundation in law, all taught by law enforcement officials and MVCC adjunct faculty. The course is directed by Michael Bailey, who currently holds the rank of Deputy Chief at the City of Utica Police Department.

Pre-Employment students do not receive firearms training, counter-terrorism awareness training, any defensive tactics that involve the use of a police baton, or field training. Additional training to complete the Basic Course for Police Officers can only be obtained once a student has been hired by a police agency and becomes a sworn police officer.

Requirements

Individuals wishing to enter the Police Pre-Employment Training Program must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a citizen of the United States of America or lawfully reside within the United States
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony
  • Possess either a high school diploma or a General Education Diploma (GED)
  • Be medically evaluated to determine if they are physically able to participate in training
  • Successfully complete a board interview
  • Be willing to sign the “Student  Warning Notice” that explains the actual value of  Police Pre-Employment Training
  • If accepted, follow all rules as described in the Rules and Regulations of Police Pre-Employment Training
  • If accepted, a student may miss no more than 10% of classes, and may miss no classes in which attendance is mandated by the State of New York.
  • Successfully complete physical fitness requirements as dictated by the State of New York

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does the program cost?

A: The cost of this program is $4,100 plus uniforms and books (approx. $250)

Q: Can I get college credit for attending?

A: At this time, there is no college credit awarded for attending the course.

Q: Is financial aid available?

A: At this time, financial aid is not available. If you are a veteran of the Armed Forces, you may qualify for associated benefits.

Q: Is there an age requirement?

A: Students must be at least 18 years of age. There is no maximum age. Students must pass age- appropriate physical fitness standards to complete the course.

Q: When does the class meet?

A: The class will meet on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Law Enforcement Officer’s Code of Ethics

As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence and disorder; and to respect the Constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality, and justice.

I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others; honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life. I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided in me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty.

I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence my decision. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courageously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice, or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence, and never accepting gratuities.

I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve those objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my profession-law enforcement.
 

 

Community

Police Pre-Employment
Training Program

For more information contact:
Michael J. Bailey
Director
315-731-5728
phase1@mvcc.edu