The Academy produced many outstanding recruits with graduates in over 50 departments across the state. In 1997 it was determined that the academy should be turned over to The University of Akron Community and Technical College, Department of Criminal Justice. The academy covers approximately 550 hours of training and graduates are certified by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Council after they pass a comprehensive state exam. The University of Akron Police Department has always been actively involved in advanced training of officer in this and other departments in the Akron area. The University of Akron Police Department has arranged for nationally renowned instructors to teach topics ranging from Verbal Judo to First Line Supervision skills.
Advanced training is scheduled on a regular basis and as needs for specific training are determined.
If interested in a specific topic, please contact The University Police at 330.972.7123 and ask for the training coordinator. Upcoming Advanced Training We are currently working on an Advanced Training Schedule. Please check back for an update. The University of Akron Police Department maintains an indoor firing range in Shrank Hall. The range is used by the University of Akron Police department, the University of Akron Rifle Team and The University of Akron ROTC program.