After completing a P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy, a new recruit or a previously certified new hire must complete the Field Training Program designed for Scott Police Department based on the original program implemented in San Jose, California.

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Upon completion, the trainee will possess the knowledge and skills needed to adequately perform the duties of a Police Officer.

 

The program is taken in 4 phases where the Trainee is placed with a new Training Officer (FTO) with various degrees of knowledge and experience during each phase. The Trainees are evaluated by the FTO each day, at the end of each phase, and a final evaluation with the Chief of Police at the end of approximately 4 months of on the job training.